An autopilot is a piece of electronic equipment which keeps the vessel on course without continuous human intervention. Some models offer a variety of other capabilities.
These devices are particularly useful for single- or shorthanded sailing. They also prove valuable on long passages, where the same course may be held for hours or days on end. Certain models linked to a control center can manage more complex navigational tasks such as passing by preset waypoints or taking wind changes into account when steering a sailboat.
Autopilots usually comprise a control panel, electronic circuitry to manage various functions, a power unit (electro-hydraulic pump and cylinder) and sensors (rudder angle, gyrocompass). Some models, such as those for small sailboats with tiller steering, incorporate all these elements in a single unit. Others require a more complex assembly of different components. Control may be by portable remote, joystick or another system.
Choice will depend on vessel type (sail or power), size and displacement. Steering system, whether tiller, wheel, rudder, quadrant, electronic or a different mechanism, is another factor. Matching the autopilot to preexisting electronic controls can provide additional functions or other advantages.
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Autopilot for in-board and sterndrive motor-boats Volvo Penta
The new Autopilot feature from Volvo Penta is the answer to all your questions on how to make the boating experience even more easy and enjoyable. Engage, set your course and relax. Together with the Joystick...
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Autopilot for ships ADMIRAL P3 ComNav
• Auto Learning using IST Technology • Auto Setup — automatic drive detection, automatic pilot calibration & automatic compass compensation • Auto Sea State adjustment for reliability in all weather condition • WHEELMARK certified, IMO compliant • Sunlight Viewable TFT LCD QVGA (320 x 240) display • Work Mode...
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Cockpit sailboat autopilot (tiller) ST1000 Raymarine
Removable Cockpit Autopilots For Tiller Steered Yachts Invented by Autohelm in 1973, tiller pilots have consistently been the world's...
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Autopilot for hydraulic steered sailboats GHP™ 12 Garmin
The GHP 12 brings Garmin’s full-featured marine autopilot technology to the sailing community. This second-generation autopilot is designed for 20- to 70-foot...
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Autopilot for motor-boats and sailboats CM800I / CM850I Coursemaster Autopilots
The CM800i and CM850i autopilots with intelligent, self-tuning software, offer all the features you need for accuate course-holding and performance reliability in any sea conditions. Both pilots are suitable for either power or sailing vessels from 6m - 40m. The difference between...
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Autopilot for ships NAUTOPILOT® 20X5 Raytheon Anschütz
The adaptive autopilot Anschütz NautoPilot® 20X5 is characterized by the most advanced steering algorithms. Maximum accurate steering with reduced rudder action...
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Autopilot for ships K-BRIDGE AP Kongsberg Maritime
K- Bridge AP autopilot is an adaptive heading and track controller providing optimal steering behaviour under all weather and load conditions. Description K-Bridge AP receives its orders from...
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Autopilot for motor-boats and sailboats NAVPILOT-700 Furuno
Kick back, relax and let NAVpilot steer you to the destination! * CAN bus interface offers simple network with NavNet 3D and FI-50 Instrument...
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Professional fishing boat autopilot AP28 Simrad Yachting
The fully featured Simrad AP28 Marine Autopilot System is ideal for fishing, patrol, and work boats. Complete set of Turn Patterns...
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The H3000 Instrument and Pilot Packs make specifying...
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Autopilot for motor-boats and sailboats MIRAGE AP4K Lorenz
The new Mirage AP4K Autopilot is a route control system that belongs to the latest generation of automatic pilots. Its extremely high performances are guaranteed by the use of microprocessors...
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Autopilot for ships AP 4000 Navis Engineering Oy
The history of the Navis autopilot product line dates back to 1995, when the development of the AP3000 was started. Since then, our autopilots has yielded strong reputation of reliable heading control systems for a variety of...
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Cockpit sailboat autopilot (tiller) Hydrovane International Marine
The Hydrovane is designed to be connected to a tiller style autopilot for use when motoring or when sailing in very light winds with sloppy seas. Because the Hydrovane rudder is relatively small and it is 'balanced' it needs only the smallest of the tiller pilots. Tiller style Auto-pilot retro-fit The...
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Autopilot for motor-boats SP-36 Si-tex
SI-TEX has expanded its leading autopilot line-up with the addition of the new-for-2010 SP36 Autopilot. The company’s most advanced pilot yet, the new SP36 has been designed to provide a wide range of powerboats and Commercial vessels with sophisticated steering functions and reliable performance under...
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Autopilot for ships E-SERIES PEDESTAL Hydrive
The E-SERIES Pedestal unit is a state-of-the-art electronic full follow-up controller which offers an integrated system featuring: Electronic follow-up wheel...
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Autopilot for ships NAVIPILOT 4000 Sperry Marine
The Sperry Marine NAVIGUIDE 4000 Manual Ship Steering System is the first steering system which uses ship steering control network technology to control a ship....
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Autopilot for ships Marine Technologies
The Bridge Mate Autopilot from Marine Technologies (MT) is based on the proven technology common to all Bridge Mate products and shares the same software and hardware platforms used by all MT systems. Bridge...
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Combining superior versatility and reliability with simplicity of operation, Autonav instrument information systems have it all. Whether you are a sailor navigating unfamiliar...
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Work-boat autopilot NT921MKII Navitron
Specifically designed for small professional vessel use (typically 11-20m LOA) the NT921 MKII Autopilot provides...
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Autopilot for motor-boats SW AP01 Seiwa
The SW AP01 and SW AP03 autopilots with intelligent, self-tuning software, (and rate gyro compass with SW AP01) offer...
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Autopilot for motor-boats 5.6" - SAS-70 Navis USA LLC
High contrast 5.6”colour TFT LCD Multi Talker-Multi Listener Various navigation data displays in one screen...
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Autopilot for ships PR-6000 TOKIO KEIKI
This high-grade autopilot model was designed with three fundamental concepts in mind: expanding and strengthening helm...
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Autopilot for motor-boats and sailboats GSC 110 Geonav
Never deviate from your route with the precise control and proven performance of your Geonav Autopilot...
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Boat autopilot drive unit (chain drive) Lewmar
Our experience has given us a particular insight into the challenges that can occur...
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Autopilot remote control & man over board alarm system 90-60-247 NKE
Light and user-friendly, the Gyropilot Graphic's wireless remote control combines autonomy and safety. Whether you are at the helm, at the mast foot or at the bow of your boat, the remote control allows you to change the channels on display and to control the autopilot to change...
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Hydraulic pump for boat autopilots PR (12-24V/55bar/100-180W) Hydraulic Projects
As used by the worlds leading autopilot manufacturers, our range of five reversing gear pumps is suitable for 12 or 24 volt systems. Every pump is fitted with check valves...
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Boat autopilot drive unit (linear, hydraulic) Lecomble & Schmitt
Single rod hydraulic cylinder with integrated electrical by-pass. Compact overall dimensions. Directly...
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Boat autopilot control unit #230100 Tecnautic
The Autopilot Computer positions the rudder and eventually activates available thrusters, so as to achieve the desired heading, track or wind angle of the boat. It makes use of an already installed Autopilot Rudder Drive or any new rudder drive. It...
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Boat autopilot drive unit (linear, hydraulic) Cariboni
During 2007 METS show, Cariboni presented his new astonishing product:the new Bi-cylinder. The bi-cylinder tubes are machinated out from a single piece...
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Boat autopilot drive unit (sprocket) COMPACT Jefa
The Jefa compact drive is a strong and compact integrated autopilot drive and much more efficient than existing hydraulic and electro-mechanical linear autopilot drive units (for the why and how,...
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Boat autopilot control unit AP47 TMQ International
The TMQ AP47 Auto Pilot is a compact unit with the basic features to make it the ideal small boat pilot or as an entry-level pilot. Specifically designed for boats in the 6m to 12m range, the AP47 , with its ease of operation, simple installation, yet no compromise design concept for performance...
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Wind vane self steering for sailboats PACIFIC PLUS Windpilot
System type servo-assisted auxiliary rudder gear Windvane type H vane Mode of operation steers through the auxiliary rudder, main rudder is fixed on centreline and then adjusted to balance the boat Steering signal wind Steering force speed through the water Steering...
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Wind vane self steering for sailboats CASTOR+ ASMER
For yachts from 12m/11t to 15m/15t we offer a "plus" version in strengthened material and construction. CASTOR+ and POLLUX+ the Twins Common features: the possibilities the yacht design offers. The...
