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Mast Angle and Rudder Angle Sensors

Model Mast Angle sensor (90-60-388), Rudder Angle Sensor (90-60-010)

Waterproof sensors measuring rotating mast angle (±170°, 0.1° resolution) and rudder angle for autopilot and wind correction.

Description

nke's angle sensors measure rudder angle and rotating mast angle.

Key features

  • Rudder Angle Sensor (90-60-010): connects to the tiller arm or quadrant, measures rudder angle to the nearest degree, a key autopilot input
  • Mast Angle Sensor (90-60-388): measures rotating mast or rudder angle to correct masthead wind angle
  • -170° to +170° range, 0.1° resolution, 2% linearity
  • Built to withstand waves at the mast base; tested on Open 60s and Mini Transats
  • Supplied with sheave or arm and interface junction box
  • 10-16 V DC; IP67 sensor, IP54 interface

Applications

Autopilot feedback and wind-angle correction on racing and cruising sailboats.

Specifications

Measurement range-170 ° to +170 °
Resolution0.1 °
Linearity2%
Power supply10 to 16Vdc
Ingress protectionIP67 sensor, IP54 interface

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