A wind vane is an instrument which indicates apparent wind direction.
These devices are very useful aboard sailboats for steering the ideal course with respect to wind direction and for adjusting the set of the sails. They also facilitate anchoring and provide essential information when seeking a lee shelter or preparing to dock. Race organizers use them to position course and starting line buoys.
The vane's arrow pivots freely, orienting itself to the direction of the wind. Simple, mechanical masthead models serve as visual indicators of wind direction. Lateral flanges show the helm how close to the wind it is possible to steer.
Electronic models transmit data to a screen on the instrument panel. Newer, wireless systems considerably simplify installation. These sensors usually indicate wind speed, as well. Hand-held versions use a small, rigid flag or electronics with a digital display. Some vanes are integrated into VHF antennas.
Depending on the size of the boat and, especially, the sophistication of its electronics, choose between a mechanical vane and an electronic unit. The precise data provided by the latter is particularly useful for racing sailors.
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Commentary Fluorescent wind indicator designed by using tunnel wind technology...
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The Wintec vane is an original approach to the dilemma of lightness versus resistance. With all supporting parts as the body and rod made out of aluminium alloy, the Wintec wind vane hits the target with the correct balance between weight and resistance. Feathers...
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VHF marine antenna (with wind vane, for boat) YHK V-Tronix by Shakespeare
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Designed especially for catamarans, the Davis Telo-Cat™ is durable and highly visible. Installs on the headstay bridle in seconds; easily...
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The Wintec vane is an original approach to the dilemma of lightness versus resistance. With all supporting parts as the body and rod made out of aluminum alloy, the Wintec wind vane hits the target with the correct balance between...
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Electronic wind vane anemometer system #810100 Tecnautic
Wind Display: Wind data can be displayed on any display in the system, e.g. on a "Log" Display or "Multi" Display. This reduces system cost....
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Wind vane for sailing dinghy EX1240 Optiparts - Windesign
We supply a standard wind indicator, with a red PVC flag on a wire frame,...
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Electronic wind vane anemometer system (wireless) WSM 300 NAVIS elektronika
easy installation without running cables no battery to replace no...
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Autopilot for in-board and sterndrive motor-boats Volvo Penta
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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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Boat autopilot control unit P70 Raymarine
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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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Boat wind vane indicator AWA 360 B & G
Operation of the analogues is self-explanatory however the display back lighting is achieved by pressing the light key on any of the...
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Wind vane anemometer transducer GWS™ 10 Garmin
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Wind vane anemometer transducer RACE Nexus
The nWIND Race Wind transducer overcomes the problem of upwash affecting the accuracy of wind information by raising the sensor above the mast top. The nWIND Race transducer connects directly to the Nexus network providing 30% faster data transmission to the system whilst allowing you to store calibration tables in the system for True Wind Angle (TWA) and True Wind Speed (TWS). The result is extremely...
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Wind vane anemometer transducer (carbon fiber) 90-60-370 NKE
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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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Ultrasonic wind vane anemometer transducer WS80 Simrad Yachting
This highly innovative ultrasonic measuring principle with no moving parts gives accurate and reliable performance without any wear-out problems and without requiring...
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Autopilot for ships NAUTOPILOT® 20X5 Raytheon Anschütz
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Autopilot for ships K-BRIDGE AP Kongsberg Maritime
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Autopilot for motor-boats and sailboats NAVPILOT-700 Furuno
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Boat wind vane anemometer indicator WSDI-2 DEIF
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Wind vane anemometer transducer WALKER 2080 MK2 VEINLAND
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Ultrasonic wind vane anemometer transducer CV7 LCJ Capteurs
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Hydraulic pump for boat autopilots PR (12-24V/55bar/100-180W) Hydraulic Projects
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Autopilot for motor-boats and sailboats MIRAGE AP4K Lorenz
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Autopilot for ships AP 4000 Navis Engineering Oy
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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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Ultrasonic wind vane anemometer transducer Automasjon og Data AS
Wind speed and direction have traditionally been measured by using mechanical methods, such as propellers and rotating cups. In recent...
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Ultrasonic wind vane anemometer transducer WindSonic™ Gill Instruments Ltd
WindSonic™ Ultrasonic Wind Sensor WindSonic is a robust, low cost ultrasonic wind sensor with no moving parts. This 2-axis ultrasonic wind sensor offers maintenance-free wind speed and direction...
