Raymarine EV-200 Power Hydraulic Evolution Autopilot

Description

The Raymarine EV-200 Power Hydraulic Evolution Autopilot is a complete hydraulic autopilot package for compatible powerboats with steering-cylinder capacities from 80 cc to 230 cc, or 4.9 to 14 cubic inches. It includes a Type 1 12V reversible hydraulic pump, ACU-200 actuator control unit, EV-1 nine-axis sensor core, p70Rs rotary control head, and Evolution cabling kit. This package is intended for existing hydraulic steering systems with correctly matched cylinder volume and hydraulic plumbing.

The ACU-200 supports a 12V supply and provides up to 15A continuous output for the included Type 1 pump. The pump uses 1/4-inch NPT hydraulic connections and is designed for compatible outboard or inboard hydraulic steering systems. The EV-1 supplies heading and motion data, while the p70Rs provides a dedicated rotary-dial control interface. Hoses, fittings, valves, and vessel-specific hydraulic installation parts must be confirmed separately.

Key Specifications

• Complete Raymarine Evolution hydraulic autopilot package for compatible powerboat steering systems.
• Includes Type 1 12V reversible hydraulic pump, ACU-200, EV-1 sensor core, p70Rs control head, and Evolution cabling kit.
• Designed for hydraulic steering cylinders from 80 cc to 230 cc, or 4.9 to 14 cubic inches.
• Operates from a 12V DC vessel electrical system.
• Provides up to 15A continuous drive output through the ACU-200.
• The Type 1 pump uses 1/4-inch NPT hydraulic connections.
• Uses SeaTalkng networking with NMEA 2000 integration through compatible network connections.
• Requires protected mounting for the ACU-200, appropriate EV-1 sensor placement, and flush mounting for the p70Rs control head.

System Integration

This package includes the primary autopilot electronics and Type 1 pump, but it does not automatically include every hydraulic fitting, hose, T-connector, isolation valve, or steering-manufacturer-specific adapter. Confirm the actual cylinder volume, system pressure, helm-pump arrangement, line diameter, fitting standard, and pump location before ordering.

Virtual Rudder Feedback may be used on suitable installations, but physical rudder feedback can still be required depending on steering design and operating conditions. The autopilot must be configured around the existing hydraulic system and tested through the manufacturer’s dockside setup and sea-trial procedures.

Installation Considerations

Mount the Type 1 pump in a protected accessible location near the steering-cylinder plumbing where practical, and use hydraulic hoses and fittings rated for the system pressure. Mount the ACU-200 in a dry location with suitable cable access, keep the EV-1 sensor clear of magnetic and electrical interference, and provide a correctly protected 12V circuit for the pump load. Check for leaks, correct port and starboard steering direction, manual helm operation, and complete rudder travel before sea trial.

Before Ordering

Confirm hydraulic steering compatibility, steering-cylinder volume from 80 cc to 230 cc, system pressure, 1/4-inch NPT fitting requirements, hydraulic hoses and adapters, 12V supply, 15A continuous drive capacity, Type 1 pump location, ACU-200 dry mounting space, p70Rs helm-panel space, EV-1 sensor location, SeaTalkng network, feedback requirement, and complete hydraulic installation parts before purchase.