True tranquility

With us all becoming more reliant on communications and technology, we need power the whole time for on-board appliances, media and amenities – all of which are vital to creating the comfort that makes yachting such a rewarding experience. Traditionally, away from shore-power, this has meant running generators 24/7. The diesel engines run regardless of the power being consumed, generating emissions, noise and notching up costly ‘running hours’. But there are other options for owners looking to increase their available power with reduced generator runtime and lower emissions.

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The Silent Yacht Hybrid Power electrical system utilises high-capacity inverters along with lightweight, high efficiency Lithium battery packs so that the generator only needs to be used for high power consumption activities (such as when galley and laundry loads are running). This ensures the silent overnight operation of air conditioning, audio visual (a godsend when trying to enjoy music or watch a film) and sockets (meaning that guests can continue to use appliances without the generator running). Consequently, everyone on board can experience the true tranquility of a night at anchor. Likewise, during the day, they can dine outside and swim off deck, free from generator exhaust fumes.

Truly independent power

Switching to a Lithium battery system offers a significant improvement on existing power technologies, including a far superior efficiency (the battery can be recharged to 90% in just two to three hours, so the system can be brought back to full power, ready for use again). They have a smaller battery footprint, giving you more power from the available space on-board, longer periods of power use and saving weight.

Furthermore, the batteries don’t need to be replaced as quickly, saving on cost in the longer term, and offer truly independent power that can easily be recharged from the engine, generator or shore power connection when needed.

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Our technical team can help with specific requirements you may have for your bespoke refit and upgrades; adapting and scaling the system to fit your exact needs. As an example, the Fairline Squadron 78 (one of the most successful vessels of its type) typically operate with twin generators at either 17 kW or 22.5 kW (dependent on model year).

With our lithium upgrade option for this boat, all loads can be inverter powered from a 40 kWh Lithium battery bank. (This is similar to the newest Nissan Leaf, which offers 168-mile range from a single charge.)

 

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The system can be monitored by two touchscreens in the machinery space or via a glass bridge screen at the helm – and generator control is automated, so that you can just set the system to auto and allow the controller to decide when a generator is needed. The controller will start the generator at the optimum moment to ensure your batteries are fully charged for when your ‘quiet time’ starts.

Of course, if needed, the generator will be started to avoid losing power. But if this does happen at night, the system will only charge the batteries partially to minimise any generator running time –

offering you maximum peace and quiet whilst on board.

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What is the ultimate luxury when buying a pre-owned boat? For us, it lies in the ability to stamp your own personality on it, so that it feels unique to your taste and requirements.

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With SETAG, you can make a huge difference when you buy something secondhand, maybe a bit tired and then you put all of this beauty in it and you create what effectively is a brand new boat. Completely to your own liking, your own standard...creating the perfect boat for us.
Delighted SETAG customer - Squadron 42 owner
Brilliant concept...new boat look and feel at pre-owned prices - by the industry experts. Recycling at its best!
Briony Newington - Founding Partner, Fairline Yachts.
The great thing is, none of this is off the shelf - I love this boat and now she’s got her frock on...this is the best money I've spent.
Delighted SETAG customer - Princess 61 owner
If you want to redefine, refit and remaster your boat who better to do it than the people who designed it in the first place? "What a fantastic idea!"
Miles Morehouse – Marketing Director, Fairline
We cannot recommend the SETAG team highly enough. If you love your current boat, then for a fraction of the cost to change it, have it SETAG’d. The SY branding certainly helped us obtain a premium price. We got what we paid for her in 2017 plus what we spent with you!
Delighted SETAG customer - Targa 50GT owner
I have worked with Chris for over 30 years and I’m pleased to see him develop his own brand - along with likeminded people with industry-leading expertise. The future is bright for Setag Yachts and pre-owned yacht owners, who can now refurbish their vessels to today’s - or even tomorrow's standards.
David King - Founder, Princess Yachts.
That has been one of the key selling points for us – having that personalised service and having a boat that is unique to us – is standout in its own right. We are pretty blown away…very very pleased. I think it’s fabulous…it has transformed the boat.
Delighted SETAG customer - Targa 47 owner
The perfect way to open up a new market: the "true reflection of luxury". Setag gets it: simplicity and personalisation are key – with the depth of knowledge to deliver.
James Barke – Managing Director of Boats.co.uk
Setag are probably the only company who can carry out all the tasks as a ‘one stop shop’. Other yards were reluctant to price work and needed to subcontract many tasks meaning higher costs and longer lead times. If you are in any doubt speak to Chris and his team, they know boats like no one else.
Delighted SETAG customer - Princess 460 Owner
We have been waiting for this quality of service: a comprehensive, professional refit that we can rely on – because of the pedigree of its staff, with over 200 years' experience in our market.
Christopher Head – Group Sales Director for Sunseeker London Group
You have put Princess magic into our beloved Broom.
Delighted SETAG customer - Broom 370 owner
Never have I come across a more able collection of professionals in this market. We have complete trust in Setag, since its team has been in the business for as long as we can remember. We're very excited to welcome this specialist refit company into our portfolio.
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