MD61 Rudder Angle Sensor Transmitter
The MD61 Rudder Angle Transmitter is a Rudder Angle Transducer for providing steering indication. Mounted in the steering compartment, it transmits the vessel’s Rudder Angle to the vessel’s Rudder Angle Indicators.
OVERVIEW
The MD61 Rudder Angle Transmitter is a Rudder Angle Transducer for providing steering indication. Mounted in the steering compartment, it transmits the vessel’s Rudder Angle to a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator. The input shaft is mechanically linked to the vessel’s rudder stock by a fully adjustable linkage rod (supplied).
The MD61 has dual outputs:
- Digital NMEA 0183 and
- Analogue Variable Voltage (via 5 KΩ geared potentiometer
The Rudder Angle Transmitter is fully sealed and housed in a robust aluminium alloy enclosure. Finished in Window Grey semi-gloss paint to complement other marine navigation equipment.
The MD61 from Marine Data: flexible in application, easy to install and simple to maintain.
FEATURES
- Ship’s Rudder Angle Sensor and Transmitter
- Digital NMEA 0183 Output (IEC 61162-1)
- Analogue Variable Voltage Output – 5 KΩ Potentiometer
- Built-in Rudder Indication LEDs for easy set-up
- Fully Adjustable Rudder Linkage Rod
- Proven Rugged Design
- Type Approval: Wheel Mark (0098-14) when installed as part of the Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator System
APPLICATIONS
- Transmits Rudder Angle data to a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator, VDR or Auto-Pilot at any convenient location
RELATED PRODUCTS
- MD94DDU – Data Distribution Unit with Dual NMEA Inputs for Dual Rudder Installations
- The complete range of Rudder Angle Indicators from Marine Data
- MD/RDI Rudder Indication System – Wheelmark Approved
