Simrad NAC-1 Autopilot Computer

NAC-1 Autopilot Computer

The NAC-1 is the centre of your autopilot system, containing the electronics needed to operate and interface with other key components. It has been designed for hydraulic or cable-steered boats up to nine metres (30 feet) in length, and works with Simrad displays to provide a fully integrated autopilot solution. 

Easy Installation

Plug-and-play connectors facilitate easy installation, minimising the wiring necessary to install your autopilot system. Industry-standard NMEA 2000® networking offers simple connectivity to heading sensors, rudder feedback units, and multifunction displays located anywhere on board.

Hydraulic & Cable Steer Options

The NAC-1 Autopilot Computer is recommended for boats up to 9 metres (30 feet) in length. It been designed to reliably drive either the Simrad PUMP-1 reversible hydraulic pump for hydraulic-steered outboards, or the HELM-1 drive unit for cable-steered vessels.

Virtual Rudder Feedback

Simrad Virtual Rudder Feedback technology eliminates the need to install a separate rudder feedback unit aboard outboard and sterndrive (inboard/outboard) boats with planing hulls. This reduces overall autopilot system cost and complexity, and is ideal where a feedback unit is impractical due to mechanical constraints.

Minimum Product Requirements:

A drive unit, heading sensor, NMEA 2000® network, and compatible autopilot controller or multifunction display are required to create a complete autopilot system. Some vessels may also require a rudder feedback unit.

Features:

• Reliable autopilot performance based on Continuum Steering technology
• Recommended for boats up to 9 metres (30 feet) in length
• Compatible with the Simrad PUMP-1 reversible hydraulic pump and HELM-1 cable steer drive unit
• Virtual rudder feedback for simplified installation aboard outboard and sterndrive boats
• Supports Simrad RF25 rudder feedback units
• Plug-and-play connectors for easy installation
• NMEA 2000® connectivity to heading sensors, rudder feedbacks, and multifunction displays

What’s in the box?

• NAC-1 Power Cable
• NAC-1/NAC-2 DRIVE CABLE – 2M
• NAC-1/NAC-2 Power Cable – 2m