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Autopilot rudder position feedback
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What course computer are you using. I dedided I didnt want to overload the ST4000 so have knocked up a couple if relays to drive the...
Today at 11:58
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Autopilot rudder position feedback
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Thats surprising. I was measuring the current the ram would draw. It was definatly 1.4 Amps just extending the pushrod on the bench...
20 Mar 2024
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Autopilot rudder position feedback
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Just measured peak load at 8 Amps 1.4 Amps no load. Peak current on Autohelm ram when stalled is 4 Amps 600ma no load. I'm thinking it...
20 Mar 2024
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KAM
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Autopilot rudder position feedback
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What about peak current?
20 Mar 2024
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Autopilot rudder position feedback
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Thanks Pcnautic. It seems a well made unit. Nice and smooth on the bench tests. I particularly like the limit switches. Looking forward...
20 Mar 2024
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Autopilot rudder position feedback
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Thanks for the link. Yes I'll measure it. The unit is supposed to be a direct replacement for the Autohelm but the motor looks massive...
19 Mar 2024
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I'm just about to replace the tiller actuator on my ST4000 with Pcnautic unit. Will wiring in the rudder position transducer make much...
19 Mar 2024
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There are millions (billions?) of cars on earth, not one of which has double hose clips. Despite the fact that they carry almost boiling...
11 Mar 2024
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Bonding in acrylic portlights - recommended adhesive/sealant?
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I built a grp spray hood several years ago. The perspex windows were glued on. It's very simple and has worked perfectly. The key thing...
10 Mar 2024
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I changed mine three years ago, not because it was leaking but more because it was more than 20 years old. Burp regularly (each trip...
27 Feb 2024
K
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Autohelm ram replacement
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Seems to work on the bench a few pounds and a few mA. Not sure about the mechanical relays.
21 Feb 2024
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Autohelm ram replacement
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Thanks for the links. I'm a bit out of touch and didn't realise Raymarine were still making them. A bit out of my price range now...
18 Feb 2024
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KAM
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Autohelm ram replacement
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Just at the boat doing a trial fit. It's blindingly obvious that the slower more powerful ram will work by simply moving the tiller...
18 Feb 2024
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Autohelm ram replacement
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apologies for the delay. I usually get reminders. I called it a linear drive because that's what it is. It doesent have any...
18 Feb 2024
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Autohelm ram replacement
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The Pcnautic looks quite fast in the video.
12 Feb 2024
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