Around two decades ago, watermakers were a luxury that only a few long-distance sailors on full-size yachts could afford. The systems were regarded as power guzzlers and very vulnerable.
Today, hardly any yacht is sailing without a watermaker; the systems have become cheaper and more reliable - and demands have risen.
What could be better than having plenty of fresh water available in a salty environment? The Watermaker creates independence and the luxury of not having to constantly check the water tank level when planning your route.
When dimensioning the watermaker, it is important to ask yourself the following questions in advance: How much power is required? What purpose should the watermaker serve? Emergency, daily use or luxury? How much space is available on board? Is only a compact unit an option, a modular system or a complete unit? How do I operate the system? By producing my own electricity with solar and wind, via the diesel engine or via a generator?
