B&G H5000 Pilot Computer

Description

The B&G H5000 Pilot Computer is a high-performance sailing autopilot course computer for compatible H5000 systems. It is designed for demanding racing and bluewater sailing installations using suitable heavy-duty hydraulic or linear steering drives. The computer supports dedicated sailing algorithms intended to account for changing wind, gusts, tide, boat speed, and sea state while maintaining the selected heading, wind angle, or navigational course.

The H5000 Pilot Computer supports 12V or 24V DC power and uses Ethernet plus NMEA 2000 Micro-C connections for integration with compatible H5000 instruments, displays, sensors, and navigation sources. Its die-cast aluminum heat-sink enclosure measures 211 mm by 196 mm, weighs 1.8 kg, and carries an IPX5 splash-resistance rating. It is a course computer only and needs a separately selected drive, heading sensor, controller, and complete steering-system installation.

Key Specifications

• Performance sailing course computer for compatible B&G H5000 autopilot and instrument systems.
• Supports compatible heavy-duty hydraulic pumps and electromechanical linear steering drives.
• Uses sailing-focused control algorithms for heading hold, wind steering, gust response, tide effects, and changing sea conditions.
• Operates on 12V or 24V DC vessel electrical systems.
• Connects through Ethernet and NMEA 2000 Micro-C network interfaces.
• Uses professional-grade terminal blocks for steering-drive and power connections.
• Measures 211 mm by 196 mm, weighs 1.8 kg, and requires vertical dry bulkhead mounting.
• Uses a die-cast aluminum heat-sink case with IPX5 splash protection.

System Integration

This is not a complete pilot package. A compatible B&G H5000 display or pilot controller, heading sensor, rudder-feedback arrangement where required, steering drive, network, and appropriate power circuit are required. Select the steering drive based on the vessel’s displacement, steering type, cylinder volume where relevant, maximum current, steering loads, and manual-override requirements.

Mount the computer vertically in a dry and accessible location to support cooling, service access, and secure terminal wiring. Plan cable runs for power, drive output, clutch, Ethernet, and NMEA 2000 connections. Keep heading sensors clear of magnetic interference and complete dockside commissioning plus sea-trial calibration after installation.

Before Ordering

Confirm that the vessel uses a compatible B&G H5000 system, identify the required hydraulic or linear steering drive, verify 12V or 24V power, provide a dry 211 mm by 196 mm bulkhead location, check network compatibility, select any required rudder-feedback sensor, and confirm circuit protection, cable sizing, and full autopilot-system components before purchase.