Marine Autopilots
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NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4808-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4808-C) by NavPod®. For Simrad NSS8/B&G Zeus Touch 8. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting....PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69 - NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4401-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4401-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin 7407/7407xsv/7607/7607xsv/720/721/740s/721xs/741xs/70s/70dv. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats....PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4410-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4410-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin STRIKER 5dv 5-inch CHIRP fish finder. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED5100-01-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED5100-01-C) by NavPod®. For Humminbird HELIX 10 & HELIX 9 Series. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4405-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod by NavPod®. For Furuno GP-1670/GP-1670F. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting. Very sturdy and...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4600-05-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4600-05-C) by NavPod®. For Lowrance HOOK-9 Fish finder/Chartplotter. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$420.59
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4800-13-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4800-13-C) by NavPod®. For Simrad GO9/B&G Vulcan9. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting....PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED5059-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED5059-C) by NavPod®. For Simrad NSE8/B&G Zeus Z8. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting. Very...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$510.73
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4407-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4407-C) by NavPod®. For Simrad NSS7/B&G Zeus Touch 7. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting....PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4406-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4406-C) by NavPod®. For Simrad NSS7 evo²/B&G Zeus² 7. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4600-00-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod by NavPod®. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting. Very sturdy and secure, yet clean and...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$701.01
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4900-04-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4900-04-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin ECHOMAP 92sv/93sv/94sv/95sv. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4900-02-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4900-02-C) by NavPod®. For Humminbird ONIX Series 8.4" ONIX8ci. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4814-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4814-C) by NavPod®. For Raymarine a95/a97/a98. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting. Very...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4800-12-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4800-12-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin 820/820xs/840/840xs. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4403-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4403-C) by NavPod®. For Lowrance HDS-7 MFD Gen2 Touch & HDS-7 Gen3. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4800-20-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4800-20-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin 7408/7408xsv/7608/7608xsv. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4900-01-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4900-01-C) by NavPod®. For Raymarine eS95/eS97/eS98 & Axiom PRO 9. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4402-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4402-C) by NavPod®. For Raymarine e7/e7D. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket mounting. Very sturdy...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED5050-19-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED5050-19-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin 7410/7410xsv/7610/7610xsv. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$510.73
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4500-06-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4500-06-C) by NavPod®. For Humminbird 859ci/899ci/959ci/999ci. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$380.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4409-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4409-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin STRIKER 7sv/7dv 7-inch CHIRP fish finder. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4500-05-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PedestalPod (PED4500-05-C) by NavPod®. For Humminbird HELIX 7 Series 7. PedestalPods are waterproof housings for marine electronics specifically designed for bass boats. PedestalPods are better than bracket...PedestalPods position your fish finder/chartplotter at 20” off the deck and located near the bow and at a 45-degree angle for ease of viewing while fishing. This allows the user to easily reach and access the fish finder/chartplotter for changes to range, zoom or even control the trolling motorAll NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system that provides an excellent watertight seal. They keep harsh spray off the electrical connections on the back of your fish finder/chartplotter assuring reliability and longevity of your marine electronics$380.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4900-02-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4900-02-C) by NavPod®. For Humminbird ONIX Series 8.4" ONIX8ci. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush mounting with the advantage of a...Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4808-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4808-C) by NavPod®. For Simrad NSS8/B&G Zeus Touch 8. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush mounting with the advantage of a swivel base.Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP5100-01-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP5100-01-C) by NavPod®. For Humminbird HELIX 10 & HELIX 9 Series. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush mounting with the advantage of a...Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$490.69
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4405-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4405-C) by NavPod®. For Furuno GP-1670/GP-1670F. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush mounting with the advantage of a swivel base.Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4401-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4401-C) by NavPod®. For Garmin 7407/7407xsv/7607/7607xsv/720/721/740s/721xs/741xs/70s/70dv. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush...Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$370.53
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4600-03-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod by NavPod®. For Lowrance Lowrance Elite-9 CHIRP 9" Fish finder/Chartplotter. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush mounting with the...Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$413.73
- NavPod®Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod (PP4600-04-C)Carbon Series Pre-cut PowerPod by NavPod®. For Simrad NSS9 evo²/B&G Zeus² 9. PowerPods for Power are a better option than bracket mounting. PowerPods provide a clean look for flush mounting with the advantage of a swivel base.Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed Stainless Steel tamper-proof fasteners$413.73
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.