MD61 Rudder Angle Sensor Transmitter
The MD61 Rudder Angle Sensor Transmitter from Marine Data 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.
MD61 Rudder Angle Sensor Transmitter
The MD61 Rudder Angle Sensor Transmitter from Marine Data is a Rudder Angle Transducer for providing rudder position indication. The sensor is Mounted in the steering compartment, and 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 Rudder Angle Sensor Transmitter from Marine Data: flexible in application, easy to install and simple to maintain.
Special Features
- Built-in rudder indication LEDs
- Dual Digital and Analogue outputs
- Supplied with adjustable rudder linkage rod
- Wheelmark Approved when installed as part of a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator System
Applications
- Senses & Transmits Rudder Angle data to a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator, VDR or Auto-Pilot at any convenient location
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PHYSICAL
- Weight: 4.0 kg (including rudder linkage rod)
- Dimensions: H 125 mm; Ø 200 mm
- Linkage Rod: Adjustment range 270 – 580 mm
- Mounting: 4x M6 screws on 175 mm Ø (PCD)
- Connections: 12-core captive cable, 2.5 m long
- Construction: Aluminium alloy enclosure
- Finish: RAL7040 Window Grey, semi-gloss
ELECTRICAL
- Power Supply: 24 V dc nominal
- Data Input: Mechanical Linkage to Rudder
- Data Sentence: RSA: ( $–RSA, x.x, a, x.x*hh
)
Data Output:
- 1x NMEA 0183 (IEC 61162-1) 4800 Baud
- 1 x 5 KΩ potentiometer (volt free)
- Red & Green LED Rudder Position Indicators
OPERATIONAL
- Static Accuracy: ± 0.25° accuracy of rudder movement
- Working Angular Range: ± 45°
- Follow-Up Rate: >20° per second
- Pot Output: Midships Position = 2.5 KΩ; ± 45° of rotation = 2.38 KΩ (approx)
Indications:
- Red LED = Steering to Port;
- Green LED = Steering to Starboard;
- Both LEDs = Midships Position (000º)
ENVIRONMENTAL
- IP rating: IP65
- Operating Temp: -15°C to +55°C
- Humidity: 0% to 100%
- RoHS: Compliant
- Compass: Safe Distance 2 m
APPROVALS
- Compliancy: IEC 60945; IEC 61162-1; ISO 20673
- Type Approval: Wheel Mark (0098-14) when installed as part of the MARINE DATA™ Rudder Angle Indicator System
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Supplied: Rudder Linkage
