Simrad AP44 Autopilot Kit
Simrad AP44 Autopilot Kit
Simrad AP44 Autopilot Kit

Simrad AP44 VRF Autopilot Kit
AP44 Kit
£1,690.00

Out of stock.

This entry level autopilot kit from Simrad includes a small reversible hydraulic pump, but does not include a rudder angle feedback unit. You can buy the 'rudder feedback RF25' separately if desired although the system can work with what is called 'virtual rudder feedback' which means it works out the angle of the rudder based on the rate of turn. Not much good if you're manoeuvring in the harbour, but works fine at sea.

This Simrad AP44 VRF (virtual rudder feedback) kit consists of:

Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller
Precision-9 Compass
Reversible RPU-80 Pump (0.8 litre)
NAC-2 Autopilot Computer
NMEA2000 Power Cable, T-Connector and Terminators

The AP44 Autopilot Controller combines Simrad Continuum steering technology with a full color display, intuitive rotary dial and button controls, and modern glass helm styling. Free your hands from the wheel, cruise in comfort, and discover new ways to search for fish; this dedicated controller offers easy access to automated turn patterns, No Drift steering, depth contour tracking, and other advanced pilot features. Connect your chart plotter to add waypoint and route navigation, and enjoy full autopilot control from compatible Simrad displays.

Key Features

Rotary-dial course adjustment with new intuitive autopilot control
Optically bonded 4.1-inch color display
Easy setup with auto tuning and calibration
Simrad Continuum steering technology
All new intuitive autopilot control
Automated turn patterns
No Drift steering
Depth contour tracking
Low-profile ‘Glass Helm’ design
Low power consumption
Certified NMEA 2000® connectivity

Intuitive Autopilot control

The point of a dedicated autopilot controller is to enable immediate access to auto-steering functionality, placing key controls within easy reach. Designed with that purpose in mind, the AP44 includes an intuitive interface with just four buttons and a push-to-enter rotary control dial

Automated turn patterns

Your Simrad autopilot can do much more than keep you on course. The AP44 gives you easy access to a range of built-in turn patterns designed to assist with fishing, diving, or just making a quick and efficient U-turn.

Simrad Continuum steering

Every Simrad steering innovation builds upon a legacy encompassing over sixty years of autopilot development, which continues today at Simrad Yachting’s autopilot research hub in Norway

Easy setup with auto tuning and calibration

Autopilot installation and commissioning doesn’t have to be difficult or time consuming. The AP44 offers automatic tuning to ensure optimal auto-steering performance, with a simple on-screen commissioning process including dockside configuration and sea trial.

NAC-2

The NAC-2 Autopilot Computer is the brains behind your autopilot system. NAC-2 contains the control algorithms developed to helm a yacht across a broad range of weather conditions and sea-states, alongside the electronics needed to operate a hydraulic or mechanical drive unit, while also interfacing with other components including heading sensors and rudder feedback units. The NAC-2 was designed for boats up to 10 metres (33 feet) in length and is suitable for low-current hydraulic drives, mechanical drives, or solenoid valves with a current rating of 8 Amps continuous (12 Amps peak). Precision-99

The Precision-9 Compass supplies heading and rate-of-turn information to Simrad, B&G and Lowrance autopilot, radar and navigation systems. Based on reliable solid-state sensor technology, this compact compass offers easy installation aboard any vessel.

Unique selling points

Heading, Rate Of Turn (ROT), roll, and pitch output over NMEA 2000®
Heading and ROT calculated using sensor data from 9 axes of rotation and motion
Accurate and reliable solid-state sensor technology
Heading accuracy of ±2° after calibration
Easily adjustable mounting bracket allows bulkhead or up-mast installation
IPx7 waterproof. Best in class.
Simple installation with a single NMEA 2000® connection

Simrad AP44 VRF Autopilot Kit

Simrad AP44 VRF Autopilot Kit

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