{"product_id":"si-tex-sp-80-8-mechanical-dash-drive-w-built-in-feedback-sp-80-8","title":"SI-TEX SP-80-8 Mechanical Dash Drive w\/Built-In Feedback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SI-TEX SP-80-8 is a fixed-mount autopilot system built for inboard, outboard, and sterndrive vessels running hydraulic or quadrant steering. The package includes a Type \"T\" mechanical dashboard drive with built-in rudder feedback, giving you a complete, ready-to-install solution. A waterproof control head with a bold backlit display, NMEA 0183 GPS\/Loran interface, and Ghost Rudder backup combine to deliver reliable, hands-free passage-making from the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Type \"T\" Mechanical Dashboard Drive with built-in rudder feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with inboard, outboard, and sterndrive vessels using hydraulic or quadrant steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in NMEA 0183 Loran\/GPS interface for automatic waypoint navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof control head -- flush or surface mountable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold backlit display with ten selectable brightness levels for visibility in all lighting conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital readout of rudder angle and active operating mode for continuous status monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Sea State and Trim controls with ten selectable rudder sensitivity levels and high\/low speed settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRudder feedback unit verifies autopilot command execution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGhost Rudder backup uses memory of prior rudder movements to maintain steering if rudder feedback fails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeading Output feature for radar display stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in diagnostics and self-tests with visual and audible alarms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Steering mode for push-button steering; Stand-By mode for manual steering situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with solenoid valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional analog Rudder Angle Indicator available for at-a-glance rudder position reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable with the SI-TEX SP-70 Handheld Control Unit for full second-station capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormerly listed as part number SP-80MT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SI-TEX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54530190934291,"sku":"SIT-SP-80-8","price":4199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/9718\/3507\/files\/39474XL.jpg?v=1785972421","url":"https:\/\/www.elliottstackleandrigging.com\/products\/si-tex-sp-80-8-mechanical-dash-drive-w-built-in-feedback-sp-80-8","provider":"Elliott's Tackle \u0026 Rigging","version":"1.0","type":"link"}