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The Simrad AP70 MK2 is a professional autopilot controller designed to meet the needs of mariners aboard a variety of commercial vessels. Replacing both the AP70 and AP80 as our IMO/SOLAS autopilot controller, the AP70 Mk2 retains much of the well-reputed platform of its predecessors, but with a brilliant new display and modernised software interface.
The AP70 Mk2 will accommodate installations with up to six drives. Previously only available with the AP80, this premium feature is now a standard in the AP70 Mk2. Wheelmarked for use on SOLAS vessels, the AP70 Mk2 builds on, and continues the legacy of the SIMRAD Pro autopilot product portfolio. Its performance, robustness and quality are proven and recognised with the wheelmark symbol, making it suitable for all vessels ranging from small work-boats to large tankers. Advanced configuration and tuning options to suit all ships. Parameters ranges and tuning options to support vessel dynamics. Adjustable for all weather conditions, hull types, work situations. Suitable for retro-fit on old ships as well as modern new-builds. Water jet, Azi-pods, Voith-Schneider, Rudder, outboard. Up to 6 rudders/thrusters integration. Dual rudders, fore and aft thrusters supports large and complex installations and redundancy. Heavy-duty rudder feedback support. Simrad heavy-duty rudder feedbacks are supported. Configurable Work Mode and Low/High Speed Modes. Autopilot settings can be tuned for optimal performance in separate low-speed, high-speed, and Work modes. The user-configurable Work mode allows the autopilot system to be configured for optimal response in a specific situation, such as a fully laden vessel, configurable thruster usage. No Drift mode integrates GPS navigation with auto-steering, using position
Engineered for responsiveness, robustness and ease of use, the AP70Mk2 pairs a precision rotary control dial with dedicated buttons for instant access to steering modes, several custom-configurable work modes and multiple rudder/thruster integration. Control signals to control, hydraulic pumps, solenoids, analog current/voltage, control/handshake signals.
Compatible with all common rudder/drive types.
