Simrad TP22 Tillerpilot

Description

The Simrad TP22 Tillerpilot is a self-contained 12V autopilot for compatible tiller-steered sailboats up to 12 m, or 39 ft, overall length. It combines a control display, internal autopilot processor, fluxgate compass, and linear screw-drive actuator in one removable cockpit-mounted unit. The TP22 connects between a fixed mounting socket and a quick-release tiller pin for direct push-pull steering control.

The TP22 provides up to 70 kg, or 154 lb, of peak thrust and supports NMEA 0183 navigation input plus SimNet networking, with NMEA 2000 connection available through a compatible adapter. It is a complete tillerpilot and does not need a separate course computer, heading sensor, or steering drive, but correct cockpit geometry, power wiring, calibration, and operating clearance remain essential.

Key Specifications

• Self-contained 12V tillerpilot for compatible tiller-steered sailboats up to 12 m, or 39 ft, overall length.
• Combines a control interface, internal autopilot processor, fluxgate compass, and linear tiller actuator.
• Uses an internal screw-drive mechanism for linear push-pull tiller steering.
• Provides up to 70 kg, or 154 lb, of peak thrust.
• Operates from a 12V DC vessel supply.
• Uses approximately 60mA in standby and approximately 500mA in Auto mode, with higher current demand under steering load.
• Supports NMEA 0183 navigation input and SimNet networking; NMEA 2000 requires a compatible adapter.
• Includes a tiller pin, deck socket, and power cable for compatible cockpit installation.

System Integration

The TP22 is a complete tillerpilot and does not need a separate course computer, heading sensor, or external drive. It can accept compatible NMEA 0183 navigation data for route and navigation functions, and it can join SimNet systems or NMEA 2000 systems through the required adapter.

This model is for conventional tiller steering only. It is not suitable for wheel-steered, hydraulic-steered, mechanical cable-steered, or steer-by-wire vessels. Confirm boat length, displacement, steering load, tiller geometry, cockpit layout, and required data connection before purchase.

Installation Considerations

Fit the tiller pin and deck socket at the manufacturer-specified positions so the actuator remains aligned through the full rudder range. Confirm there is no binding, side loading, collision, excessive cable strain, or limitation of normal manual tiller movement. Provide a protected 12V connection, complete compass setup, verify port and starboard response, and perform the recommended sea trial before regular use.

Before Ordering

Confirm a compatible tiller-steered sailboat up to 39 ft, required 154 lb thrust capacity, correct tiller-pin and deck-socket geometry, sufficient cockpit clearance, 12V supply, manual-steering access, NMEA 0183 or SimNet requirements, required NMEA 2000 adapter where applicable, and full installation requirements before purchase.