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NAC-3 Core Pack

SKU: 000-13336-001

The NAC-3 Autopilot Computer is the brains behind your B&G autopilot system. It contains the electronics needed to operate a hydraulic steering pump or mechanical drive unit, while also interfacing with other components including heading sensors and rudder feedback units. The NAC-3 was designed for boats ten metres (35 feet) or greater in length and is rated to operate high-current pumps, mechanical drive units, and solenoid valves (30 amps continuous/50 amps peak).

Product details

NAC-3 Autopilot Core Pack: Comprising the high-current NAC-3 autopilot computer, Precision-9 compass and RF-25 rudder feedback unit. Ideal for vessels above 10 metres/35 feet in length.

NAC-3 Autopilot Computer The NAC-3 Autopilot Computer is the brains behind your B&G autopilot system. It contains the electronics needed to operate a hydraulic steering pump or mechanical drive unit, while also interfacing with other components including heading sensors and rudder feedback units. The NAC-3 was designed for boats ten metres (35 feet) or greater in length and is rated to operate high-current pumps, mechanical drive units, and solenoid valves (30 amps continuous/50 amps peak).

  • B&G Reflex Sailing algorithms
  • Plug and Play installation
  • 12/24V input 8A continuous output, 12A peak
  • Solenoid output capable
  • 3A clutch output
  • Optional Auto/Standby Switch

Precision-9 Compass The Precision-9 Compass supplies heading and rate-of-turn information to Simrad, B&G and Lowrance autopilot, radar and navigation systems. Based on reliable solid-state sensor technology, this compact compass offers easy installation aboard any vessel.

  • Heading, Rate Of Turn (ROT), roll, and pitch output over NMEA 2000®
  • Heading and ROT calculated using sensor data from 9 axes of rotation and motion
  • Accurate and reliable solid-state sensor technology
  • Heading accuracy of ±2° after calibration
  • Easily adjustable mounting bracket allows bulkhead or up-mast installation
  • IPX7 waterproof. Best in class.
  • Simple installation with a single NMEA 2000® connection

RF25 Rudder Feedback Unit The RF25 is a medium duty rudder feedback unit with a micro-C interface. The RF25 will attach directly to industry standard micro-C systems for straight-forward installation.

  • +/- 120 Degree Measurement
  • Precise and Accurate; +/- 0.5 Deg
  • Micro-C Connectivity
  • 5.5m attached micro-C Cable

In the box

  • NAC-3 Course Computer
  • Precision-9 Compass
  • RF25 Rudder Feedback Unit
  • NMEA 2000 Backbone kit
  • Documentation

Key Features

  • Core components for a B&G Reflex autopilot system – just add a drive unit and controller
  • Ideal for boats above 10 metres (35 feet) in length
  • Includes the high-current NAC-3 autopilot computer
  • Compatible with high-current drive pumps, mechanical drives, hydraulic linear drives, and solenoid valves
  • Control with the B&G Triton² display and Triton² keypad, or a networked multifunction display
  • Includes the RF25N rudder feedback unit
  • Includes the Precision-9 solid-state compass for accurate heading data that’s automatically fine-tuned as you travel
  • Includes all required NMEA 2000® network connectors and cables
  • Easy setup with automatic tuning and compass calibration
  • NMEA 0183® input

NMEA 2000

Autopilot

What's in the box?

  • Precision-9 Compass
  • NAC-3 Autopilot Computer
  • Micro-C Backbone Kit
  • RF25N Rudder Reference Sensor with Micro-C connector