Navico NAC-1 Outboard Hydraulic Autopilot Pack

Description

The Navico NAC-1 Outboard Hydraulic Autopilot Pack is a 12V hydraulic autopilot system for compatible single-engine outboard boats up to 30 ft. The package includes a NAC-1 course computer, Pump-1 MKII 0.8 L reversible hydraulic pump, Point-1 AP heading and GPS sensor, and NMEA 2000 components. A compatible Simrad, Lowrance, or B&G multifunction display is required for setup and autopilot control. [293][303]

The NAC-1 provides 8A continuous motor-drive output and 16A peak output for one second. The Pump-1 MKII is a 12V reversible gear pump rated at 0.8 L per minute at 24 bar, with 1/4-inch NPT hydraulic ports. Navico identifies the package as suitable for outboard hydraulic steering, while Point-1 AP supplies GPS and heading information over NMEA 2000. [293][294]

Key Specifications

• Complete 12V hydraulic autopilot package for compatible single-engine outboard vessels up to 30 ft.
• Includes NAC-1 course computer, Pump-1 MKII 0.8 L reversible hydraulic pump, Point-1 AP GPS and heading sensor, and NMEA 2000 components.
• The NAC-1 supports 8A continuous drive output and 16A peak output for one second.
• Operates from a 9V to 16V DC supply, with the NAC-1 electronics drawing approximately 140 mA plus connected drive load.
• Pump-1 MKII provides approximately 0.8 L per minute at 24 bar, or 350 psi.
• The pump uses 1/4-inch NPT hydraulic connections and draws approximately 5A at 8 bar or 7A at 24 bar.
• Uses NMEA 2000 Micro-C networking for compatible control display, Point-1 AP sensor, and vessel electronics integration.
• Virtual Rudder Feedback may be used in suitable installations, but physical feedback requirements must be verified for the vessel steering arrangement.

Hydraulic Installation

This kit is for compatible hydraulic outboard steering, not mechanical cable steering or electronic steer-by-wire systems. Confirm steering-cylinder volume, helm-pump compatibility, hydraulic-pressure rating, fitting type, hose routing, and required pump flow before installation. Navico identifies the 0.8 L Pump-1 MKII as compatible with SeaStar manual helm pumps up to 14 cubic inches; verify compatibility with the actual installed hydraulic system. [303]

Mount the NAC-1 in a protected and accessible location, install the pump according to hydraulic-system guidelines, and locate the Point-1 AP clear of magnetic interference and electrical noise. The NAC-1 computer is IPX5-rated and the sensor is IPX7-rated, but electrical connections and the pump installation still need suitable environmental protection.

Before Ordering

Confirm a compatible single-engine hydraulic outboard system up to 30 ft, steering-cylinder volume, SeaStar or equivalent helm compatibility, 1/4-inch NPT fittings, hose requirements, 12V supply, 16A peak circuit capacity, NMEA 2000 network, compatible Simrad, Lowrance, or B&G display, NAC-1 mounting location, Point-1 AP sensor location, and physical-feedback or VRF suitability before purchase.