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NAC-1 Autopilot Computer

SKU: 000-11769-001

The NAC-1 is the centre of your autopilot system, containing the electronics needed to operate and interface with other key components. It has been designed for hydraulic or cable-steered boats up to nine metres (30 feet) in length, and works with Simrad displays to provide a fully integrated autopilot solution.

Product details

Easy Installation
Plug-and-play connectors facilitate easy installation, minimising the wiring necessary to install your autopilot system. Industry-standard NMEA 2000® networking offers simple connectivity to heading sensors, rudder feedback units, and multifunction displays located anywhere on board.

Hydraulic and Cable Steer Options
The NAC-1 Autopilot Computer is recommended for boats up to 9 metres (30 feet) in length. It been designed to reliably drive either the Simrad PUMP-1 reversible hydraulic pump for hydraulic-steered outboards, or the HELM-1 drive unit for cable-steered vessels.

Virtual Rudder Feedback
Simrad Virtual Rudder Feedback technology eliminates the need to install a separate rudder feedback unit aboard outboard and sterndrive (inboard/outboard) boats with planing hulls. This reduces overall autopilot system cost and complexity, and is ideal where a feedback unit is impractical due to mechanical constraints.

Key Features

  • Reliable autopilot performance based on Continuum Steering technology
  • Recommended for boats up to 9 metres (30 feet) in length
  • Compatible with the Simrad PUMP-1 reversible hydraulic pump and HELM-1 cable steer drive unit
  • Virtual rudder feedback for simplified installation aboard outboard and sterndrive boats
  • Supports Simrad RF25 rudder feedback units
  • Plug-and-play connectors for easy installation
  • NMEA 2000® connectivity to heading sensors, rudder feedbacks, and multifunction displays

What's in the box?

  • NAC-1/NAC-2 Power Cable - 2m

Specifications

Display
Backlight Color
n/a
Display Resolution
n/a
Viewing Angles
n/a
Physical
Compass Safe
0,5m (19,7")
Dimensions W x H x D
204 x 190 x 57mm (8,03 x 7,5 x 2,24")
Mounting Type
Bulkhead
Weight
0,6kg (1,3 lbs)
Electrical
Power Consumption max
140mA + Drive unit load
Power Consumption typical
140mA + Drive unit load
Recommended Fuse Rating
20A
Supply Voltage
9-16VDC
Environment
Operating Temperature Range
-25C to +55C (-13F to +131F)
Storage Temperature Range
-30C to +70C (-22F to +158F)
Waterproofrating
IPx5
Connectivity
Bluetooth
n/a
Connectivity Wi Fi
n/a
NMEA 0183 Sentences supported
n/a
NMEA 2000 Connectivity
1x CAN Micro-C port, 3 LEN
PC Connectivity
n/a
Autopilot
Compasssensor support
NMEA2000
Drive Max Stroke
n/a
Drive output
12VDC, Rev. Motor control 8A, 16A peak (1sec.)
Engine Drive systems integration
Reversible pump/Helm Drive
Manouevres Turn Patterns
n/a
Rudder sensor s upport
VRF, 0-5V, RF25
Steering Modes
n/a
Other
Interface
n/a
Languages
n/a
Warranty Period
2 years