Product specifications
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Autopilots
The SPX-5 wheel pilot comprises a fully enclosed wheel-drive
for simple installation and superb autopilot performance. Mount
the separate control unit where it is easy to reach and see. The
course computer and fluxgate compass are mounted separately for
optimum performance.
The LCD shows the pilot status and repeats up to 15 pages of user-
defined navigation data from any SeaTalk system.
The rugged wheel-drive unit is available as an upgrade for existing
ST4000 systems.
Features
• Quickandeasyinstallation.
• Fitsmosttypesofwheel.
• Independentdisplayfor‘bestlocation’.
• Simplerobustclutchengagementmechanism.
• Cleandesign.
• SmartRudderSense
TM
(SRS) enabled – Rudder Reference Transducer
not required.
Display Head Options
The SPX-5 Wheel Pilot is supplied with the ST6002 Control Head. However,
additional controls (ST7002 and ST8002) are available for second station
installations as well as wireless remote controls.
Installation
We recommend that you consult a Raymarine approved dealer who can specify,
install and commission the correct Raymarine system for your boat.
An approved installation also carries our full worldwide 2 year warranty.
spx-5 wheel Drive pilot for sailboats
*Remember, always take the fully laden displacement weight of
your vessel into account, this is often 20% above the designed
displacement, so don’t be tempted to choose a pilot which will
always be working at the limits of its design capabilities. If you
choose your pilot with safety in mind, it won’t struggle when the
going gets tough.
Recommended Maximum
Displacement*
SPX-5 Wheel Pilot
7,500kg (16,500 lbs)
TheSPX-5coursecomputer,the‘brains’of
the Wheel-Drive Pilot.
Rudder reference transducer not required, but offwind performance can be
enhanced on performance yachts with the addition of a rudder reference
transducer.
page 109 for product specifications
SPX Autopilots. Easy to install and service,
fuel efficient, energy efficient, accurate tracking
and accurate steering.