Marine Autopilots
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NavPod®Un-cut RailMount Pod (RMX4400)Un-cut RailMount Pod (RMX4400) by NavPod®. RailMount NavPods are best used for mounting of an autopilot control, sailing instrument, or small chartplotter onto an existing pedestal guard. Fits onto any 1" or 1.25" diameter tube. A...Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed stainless steel tamper-proof fasteners$520.74 - NavPod®Un-cut RailMount Pod (RMX4100)Un-cut RailMount Pod (RMX4100) by NavPod®. RailMount NavPods are best used for mounting of an autopilot control, sailing instrument, or small chartplotter onto an existing pedestal guard. Fits onto any 1" or 1.25" diameter tube. A...Acrylic capped ABS plasticChromed stainless steel tamper-proof fasteners$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP1900)Un-cut SailPod (GP1900) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$420.59
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP1800)Un-cut SailPod (GP1800) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$410.58
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP2200)Un-cut SailPod (GP2200) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution for...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP2060)Un-cut SailPod (GP2060) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution for...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP2030)Un-cut SailPod (GP2030) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution for...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP1200)Un-cut SailPod (GP1200) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP1060)Un-cut SailPod (GP1060) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP1030)Un-cut SailPod (GP1030) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$480.69
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP2050)Un-cut SailPod (GP2050) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution for...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$430.61
- NavPod®Un-cut SailPod (GP1050)Un-cut SailPod (GP1050) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SailPods are for mounting a single Radar or Chartplotter at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you need it…when you need it". Sail Pods are the smart solution...The Hi-Gloss Material: NavPods are manufactured with a custom co-extruded acrylic capped ABS material. NavPod uses the absolute best UV resistant material that provides a very high gloss white finish that matches gel-coated fiberglass. The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge material that improves strength and provides for better structural rigidityThe Waterproof Seal: All NavPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal between the front and back of the NavPod for protection of your Marine Electronics. NavPod is made to withstand the harshest of wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal EPDM gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to "compression set" like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the NavPod in the future to service your electronics$430.61
- NavPod®Un-cut SuperSailPod (NPT2000)Un-cut SuperSailPod by NavPod®. For 4 instruments (3.6" hole) and up to 9" MFD For 12" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting a Radar or Chartplotter and Instruments together at the helm. Navigation at your finger tips. “Where you...Structural Rigidity: The Gen3 enhancements now include a thicker gauge acrylic capped ABS material that improves strength and provides better structural rigidity. This thicker material allows for a larger waterproof seal. The better the structural rigidity, the less flexing when tightening and more uniform pressure on the seal. The excellent UV stability of the acrylic is combined with the durability of the ABS. The acrylic cap protects the ABS from UV and its potentially damaging effects on plasticWaterproof Seal: All SystemPods are manufactured with a double gasket system providing an excellent watertight seal. This seal provides the best protection of your Marine Electronics. SystemPods are made to withstand the harshest wet offshore boating conditions. Gen3 enhancements include a thicker external silicone gasket with improved flush fit. The internal Poran Microcell Polyurathane gasket is now 50% thicker and is not subject to “compression set” like many rubber compounds. This is important when you need to open the SystemPod in the future in order to service your electronics. The gasket will continue to do its job$400.57
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP2040)Un-cut SystemPod (GP2040) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$440.63
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP2170)Un-cut SystemPod (GP2170) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$510.73
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP2080)Un-cut SystemPod (GP2080) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$510.73
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP1170)Un-cut SystemPod (GP1170) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$510.73
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP1080)Un-cut SystemPod (GP1080) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$510.73
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP2600)Un-cut SystemPod (GP2600) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$450.64
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP1600)Un-cut SystemPod (GP1600) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$450.64
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP1040)Un-cut SystemPod (GP1040) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$440.63
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP2500)Un-cut SystemPod (GP2500) by NavPod®. For 12" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$360.51
- NavPod®Un-cut SystemPod (GP1500)Un-cut SystemPod (GP1500) by NavPod®. For 9.5" wide guard. SystemPods are for mounting multiple pieces of electronics in one NavPod. This is a good way to reduce the height of a system. In addition to mounting a radar or chartplotter,...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$360.51
- Seaview®Pre-cut InstrumentPod for B&G Triton² (SP1BOX2)Pre-cut InstrumentPod for B&G Triton² (SP1BOX2) by Seaview®. This Seaview Accessory Pod can be mounted to Seaview Sail Pods, Deck Pods or Rail Pods. These Accessory Pods give you the flexibility to mount additional instruments. Made...Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$120.00
- Seaview®Pre-cut Rail Pod for B&G Triton² (SP1S2)Pre-cut Rail Pod for B&G Triton² (SP1S2) by Seaview®. Seaview offers a solution to the age old problem of figuring out where to mount all your instruments on your sailboat. The Rail Pod allows you to mount smaller displays and...Fits 1", 1-1/8" or 1-1/4" railsCables routed internally through the clamp and into the rail$172.00
- Seaview®Un-cut Deck Pod (SP2P)Un-cut Deck Pod (SP2P) by Seaview®. Uncut MFD Pod, quick lock and release rotating base. The DPOD is a instrument deck pod designed for power boats. Seaview took their modular mount concept and applied it to their instrument pod product...Rotates up to 350°Anodized aluminum base$252.00
- Seaview®Un-cut Deck Pod (SP3P)Un-cut Deck Pod (SP3P) by Seaview®. Size: 13.75" x 9". Uncut MFD Pod, quick lock and release rotating base. The DPOD is a instrument deck pod designed for power boats. Seaview took their modular mount concept and applied it to their...Rotates up to 350°Anodized aluminum base$308.00
- Seaview®Un-cut Deck Pod (SP5P)Un-cut Deck Pod (SP5P) by Seaview®. Size: 14.75" x 5". Uncut MFD Pod, quick lock and release rotating base. The DPOD is a instrument deck pod designed for power boats. Seaview took their modular mount concept and applied it to their...Rotates up to 350°Anodized aluminum base$248.00
- Seaview®Un-cut InstrumentPod (SP1BOX)Un-cut InstrumentPod (SP1BOX) by Seaview®. Size: 4.63" x 4.63". The SP1BOX is an add-on accessory that allows you to mount additional instruments to your POD. This optional add-on will fit single instruments 4.125" x 4.125" or smaller....Engineered to high standardsHigh-grade design delivers extended lifespan$100.00
- Seaview®Un-cut Rail Pod (SP5S1)Un-cut Rail Pod (SP5S1) by Seaview®. Size: 14.75" x 5". Seaview offers a solution to the age old problem of figuring out where to mount all your instruments on your sailboat. The Rail Pod allows you to mount smaller displays and...Fits 1", 1-1/8" or 1-1/4" railsCables routed internally through the clamp and into the rail$256.00
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.