Raymarine EV-100 – Power Evolution Autopilot System

Description

The Raymarine EV-100 Power Evolution Autopilot System is a complete 12V hydraulic autopilot package for compatible small powerboats with hydraulic steering. It includes the p70Rs color control head, EV-1 nine-axis sensor core, ACU-100 actuator control unit, and Type 0.5 reversible hydraulic pump. The Type 0.5 pump is intended for suitable hydraulic steering cylinders within its approved capacity range, while vessel-specific hoses, fittings, and plumbing components must be confirmed separately.

The ACU-100 provides up to 7A continuous drive output for the included Type 0.5 pump. The EV-1 supplies heading and motion data, while the p70Rs provides a 3.5-inch color display with rotary autopilot control. This system is intended for hydraulic steering only and is not suitable for mechanical cable steering, wheel-drive, tiller-drive, or electronic steer-by-wire applications.

Key Specifications

• Complete Raymarine Evolution hydraulic autopilot package for compatible small powerboats.
• Includes p70Rs control head, EV-1 sensor core, ACU-100, Type 0.5 reversible hydraulic pump, and Evolution network components.
• Designed for compatible hydraulic steering systems only.
• Operates from a 12V DC vessel electrical system.
• The ACU-100 provides up to 7A continuous output for the included Type 0.5 pump.
• Uses SeaTalkng networking with NMEA 2000 integration through compatible network components.
• The p70Rs provides a 3.5-inch color TFT display with rotary control.
• Virtual Rudder Feedback may be suitable for compatible installations, but physical rudder feedback must be verified for the vessel steering system.

System Integration

The system includes the main autopilot components and pump but does not automatically include all hydraulic hoses, fittings, tee connectors, isolation valves, fluid, or steering-manufacturer-specific adapters. Confirm the actual steering-cylinder volume, system pressure, helm-pump arrangement, hose size, fitting type, and pump location before purchase.

The EV-1 sensor core measures vessel motion but does not measure physical rudder angle. Virtual Rudder Feedback may remove the need for a separate feedback sensor on suitable installations, but certain hydraulic systems require a physical rudder-feedback transducer for proper control and commissioning.

Installation Considerations

Mount the ACU-100 in a dry accessible location, install the Type 0.5 pump according to the approved hydraulic layout, and use hoses and fittings rated for the steering-system pressure. Mount the EV-1 away from magnetic interference, high-current wiring, engines, speakers, and vibration. Provide a protected 12V circuit, verify hydraulic integrity and steering direction, confirm manual helm operation, and complete Raymarine dockside setup plus sea-trial procedures.

Before Ordering

Confirm compatible hydraulic steering, steering-cylinder volume within the Type 0.5 pump specification, hydraulic pressure, required hoses and fittings, 12V supply, 7A continuous drive capacity, pump mounting location, ACU-100 dry mounting space, p70Rs helm-panel space, EV-1 sensor location, SeaTalkng network, VRF or physical-feedback requirement, and complete hydraulic installation components before purchase.