The low-current NAC-2 autopilot computer is ideal for smaller vessels, designed to run small hydraulic drives and mechanical drives for vessels up to 10 metres (33 feet) in length. Also provides solenoid output.
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).
Key Features
Recommended for boats up to 10 metres (33 feet) in length
Plug & Play installation
Compatible with low-current drive pumps, mechanical drives, hydraulic linear drives, and solenoid valves
Virtual rudder feedback for simplified installation aboard outboard and sterndrive (inboard/outboard) boats
12 or 24 V DC input 8A continuous output, 12A peak
Solenoid output capable
3 A clutch output
Optional Auto/Standby Switch
Drive & Processing circuitry and components identical to commercial autopilots
Rudder feedback options: NMEA2000 Rudder Feedback (RF25), Resistive Rudder -Feedback. New SD10 Mechanical Drive plugs straight in to drive and RFU connectors
*Lowrance compatibility is limited to HDS LIVE only.
Mechanical/Environmental
Operating temperature
-25°C to +55°C (13°F to 131°F)
Protection
Splashproof, IPx5
Weight
0.6 kg (1.3 lbs)
Overall Dimensions
Width: 7.1 in \ 180 mm
Height: 2.2 in \ 57 mm
Electrical
Power supply
9-31.2 V DC
Load
140 mA + drive unit load
Performance
Drive: 8 A cont., 12 A for 1 s
Interfaces
Network
1xMicroC (NMEA2000)
Feedback
Variable voltage/resistive 0-5V
Drive output
To PUMP-1 or HELM-1
Power supply
9-31.2 V DC
Solenoid
12/24V DC, common, load range 10mA to 10A, off current <1mA
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