Marine Autopilots
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- Accu-Steer®24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP35-24)24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP35-24) by Accu-Steer®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 35 - 60 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 210 in³/min. The Accu-Steer series of hydraulic reversing pump units are designed to interface hydraulic steering systems...Rugged compact constructionEasy installation$1,833.60
- Accu-Steer®24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP17-24)24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP17-24) by Accu-Steer®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 16 - 30 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 96 in³/min. The Accu-Steer series of hydraulic reversing pump units are designed to interface hydraulic steering systems with...Rugged compact constructionEasy installation$740.33
- Accu-Steer®24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP11-24)24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP11-24) by Accu-Steer®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 10 - 16 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 60 in³/min. The Accu-Steer series of hydraulic reversing pump units are designed to interface hydraulic steering systems with...Rugged compact constructionEasy installation$674.72
- Accu-Steer®24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP05-24)24V Hydraulic Pump (HRP05-24) by Accu-Steer®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 5 - 9 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 30 in³/min. The Accu-Steer series of hydraulic reversing pump units are designed to interface hydraulic steering systems with...Rugged compact constructionEasy installation$660.95
- ComNav®1001 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10040001)1001 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10040001) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Magnetic Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed...Fixed station autopilotSuitable for mid-sized vessels, in the range of 30 to 60 feet / 10 to 20 meters$3,804.57
- ComNav®1001 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10040003)1001 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10040003) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Gyro Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using...Fixed station autopilotSuitable for mid-sized vessels, in the range of 30 to 60 feet / 10 to 20 meters$4,118.14
- ComNav®1420 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10070024)1420 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10070024) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using...Clip mounted allowing both fixed and hand held operationSuitable for small to mid-sized vessels$2,313.21
- ComNav®201 Wired Remote Control with 40' Cable for 1001, 1101, 1201, 2001 Autopilots (20310013)201 Wired Remote Control with 40' Cable for 1001, 1101, 1201, 2001 Autopilots by ComNav®. This remote control has 3 modes: Standby, Tiller & Pilot. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$1,074.09
- ComNav®Autopilot Display for P4 Autopilots (30140001)Autopilot Display for P4 Autopilots by ComNav®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$2,021.76
- ComNav®CT2 Autopilot Computer (20350001)CT2 Autopilot Computer by ComNav®. ComNav CT2 Drive Box are specifically designed to connect Comnav 1001, 1101, 1201, and 2001 autopilots to steering systems using reversing DC Motor Pump sets, Linear actuators or DC Motor Mechanical...Solid state circuitryAnodized aluminum housing (watertight if installed correctly)$946.86
- ComNav®Commander P2 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit (10110001)Commander P2 Hydraulic/Electromechanical/Solenoid Autopilot Kit by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Compass, Control Unit, Feedback. Whether you're a pro or boating for pleasure, make the most out of your boat and time on the water! Built...Auto Learning using Intelligent Steering Technology - ISTAuto Setup - automatic drive detection, automatic pilot calibration & automatic compass compensation$3,986.29
- ComNav®Linear Rudder Feedback with Link (20330007)Linear Rudder Feedback with Link by ComNav®. The ComNav Medium Duty Rudder Follower, or Rotary Feedback, provides the Autopilot with information about the physical position of the rudder. This is necessary to provide optimum steering...Horizontal or vertical mounting positionsSnap together assembly$179.01
- ComNav®NF4 Non Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever with 6m Cable for P4 Autopilots (20310034)NF4 Non Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever with 6m Cable for P4 Autopilots by ComNav®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind....Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$1,384.51
- ComNav®Non Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever Kit (20310003)Non Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever Kit by ComNav®. ComNav’s Non-Follow-Up(NFU) Jog Lever is a permanently mounted, watertight, electrical switch specifically designed for marine use. The spring-centered lever is moved port or...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$637.38
- ComNav®P4 Autopilot Computer (20140002)P4 Autopilot Computer by ComNav®. The SPU is the central hub for all the wiringfor ComNav analog or NMEA0183 devicesin the system, with 12 connectors for all power and input/output signals (such as DC power, ComNav Rudder Feedback,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$2,143.15
- ComNav®P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Commercial Vessels (10140006)P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Commercial Vessels (10140006) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Gyro Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed...IST – Intelligent Steering Technology provides superior vessel steering capabilityAUTO-SETUP – allows auto-drive detection, rudder response time, compass detection and calibration$5,596.04
- ComNav®P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Commercial Vessels (10140007)P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Commercial Vessels (10140007) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Magnetic Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come....IST – Intelligent Steering Technology provides superior vessel steering capabilityAUTO-SETUP – allows auto-drive detection, rudder response time, compass detection and calibration$4,912.19
- ComNav®P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Pleasure Boats (10140007Y)P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Pleasure Boats (10140007Y) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Magnetic Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed...IST – Intelligent Steering Technology provides superior vessel steering capabilityAUTO-SETUP – allows auto-drive detection, rudder response time, compass detection and calibration$4,912.19
- ComNav®P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Pleasure Boats (10140006Y)P4 Hydraulic/Solenoid Autopilot Kit for Pleasure Boats (10140006Y) by ComNav®. Includes Computer, Gyro Compass, Control Unit, Rotary Feedback. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using...IST – Intelligent Steering Technology provides superior vessel steering capabilityAUTO-SETUP – allows auto-drive detection, rudder response time, compass detection and calibration$5,133.46
- ComNav®Rotary Rudder Feedback (20330008)Rotary Rudder Feedback by ComNav®. The ComNav Medium Duty Rudder Follower, or Rotary Feedback, provides the Autopilot with information about the physical position of the rudder. This is necessary to provide optimum steering performance...Horizontal or vertical mounting positionsSnap together assembly$555.78
- ComNav®Second Station Control Unit for 1420 Autopilots (10070014)Second Station Control Unit for 1420 Autopilots by ComNav®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs...Clip mounted allowing both fixed and hand held operationSuitable for small to mid-sized vessels$394.25
- ComNav®Second Station Control Unit for P4 Autopilots (20140001)Second Station Control Unit for P4 Autopilots by ComNav®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and...IST – Intelligent Steering Technology provides superior vessel steering capabilityAUTO-SETUP – allows auto-drive detection, rudder response time, compass detection and calibration$2,274.65
- ComNav®TS4 Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever with 6m Cable for P4 Autopilots (20310033)TS4 Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever with 6m Cable for P4 Autopilots by ComNav®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$1,294.37
- Furuno®12V Hydraulic Linear Drive (PUMPLA17-12)12V Hydraulic Linear Drive (PUMPLA17-12) by Furuno®. Type: 2. Max Boat Displacement: 48500 lb. Max. Stroke: 11". The Accusteer PUMPLA17-12 Linear Actuator is designed to interface an autopilot system with mechanical steering systems...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$2,810.58
- Furuno®12V Hydraulic Linear Drive (PUMPLA11-12)12V Hydraulic Linear Drive (PUMPLA11-12) by Furuno®. Type: 1. Max Boat Displacement: 22000 lb. Max. Stroke: 11". The Accusteer PUMPLA11-12 Linear Actuator is designed to interface an autopilot system with mechanical steering systems...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$3,247.52
- Furuno®12V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP11-12)12V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP11-12) by Furuno®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 10 - 16 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 60 in³/min. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$824.44
- Furuno®12V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP17-12)12V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP17-12) by Furuno®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 16 - 30 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 96 in³/min. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$956.55
- Furuno®24V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP11-24)24V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP11-24) by Furuno®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 10 - 16 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 60 in³/min. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$880.66
- Furuno®24V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP17-24)24V Hydraulic Pump (PUMPHRP17-24) by Furuno®. Fits Cylinder Capacity: 16 - 30 in³. Peak Flow Rate (No Load): 96 in³/min. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$956.55
- Furuno®Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever (JAS-LC1-FFU)Follow-Up Autopilot Control Lever by Furuno®. The JAS-LC1-FFU is a Follow Up (FU) Lever Controller for Furuno Autopilots. This analog Follow Up Controller allows you to steer by selecting varying amounts of port/starboard rudder angle....Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$1,434.38
If you still have not equipped your boat with an autopilot and ask yourself a question if you should do it, the answer is Yes! Like no other navigation device, a properly chosen autopilot can keep your boat on a steady course, giving you a chance to do other important tasks, as well as decrease fuel consumption and minimize helm movements. As a result, you can enjoy a relaxed time afloat without affecting the steering precision.
Though there is a range of different autopilot systems created for various types of boats and featuring a number of basic and more advanced functions, the operation principle remains unchanged. An autopilot is a self-steering device that allows the vessel to hold a steady pre-set course. To cope with the task, the autopilot combines the work of three components: a heading sensor, also referred to as the fluxgate compass, a course computer, and a drive unit. The drive unit can be hydraulically or electrically powered and applies force to the rudder to adjust and maintain the course accurately.
Picking the right autopilot compatible with your boat’s specific parameters requires careful consideration. While boat design, its size and displacement are among the vitally important parameters that should be taken into account when choosing an autopilot system, special attention should always be given to the selection of a drive unit (steering ram). As the drive unit usually takes much space, it should be compatible with the size of your vessel and the type of steering system your boat uses. There are linear (for mechanically-steered boats), rotary (for cable and chain steering systems) and hydraulic (hydraulic steering systems) ram drives.
Another crucial factor is the speed of the autopilot determined by measuring the number of degrees per second of helm correction. The average autopilot speed ranges between 8° and 15° per second. You can also choose between the above-deck and below-deck units, perfectly suited for up to 40‘ sailboats and over 38‘ sailboats and powerboats respectively. However, irrespective of the type of autopilot system, additional consideration may be needed when positioning your control unit, which should preferably be located in a relatively dry place. Controllers may be basic or more sophisticated featuring GPS, sonar, available with a touch-screen display, etc.