Raymarine ACU 150 Evolution Actuator Control Unit

No fuss, easy to install and robust - the Evolution autopilot combines Raymarines autopilot expertise, FLIR Systems R&D, and advanced aerospace guidance technology to create Evolution Ai control algorithms that deliver a new level of accurate autopilot control.


Key Features

- Automagic? - No lengthy calibration procedures to perform. No compass calibration required. Plug and play connections
- Easy to install - Freedom from the restrictions of conventional heading sensors. EV sensor core can be installed above or below deck. Install upside-down or off the vessels centre line.
- Aerospace technology - 9-axis precision monitoring of pitch, roll, yaw and heading
- Fuel efficient - Evolution autopilots steer so accurately they will save fuel and get you to your destination faster

EV Sensor Core Benefits:
- Precision monitoring of heading, pitch, roll, and yaw allowing the autopilot to evolve instantly as sea conditions and vessel dynamics change.
- Flexible installation options. Mount above or below deck.
- Simple SeaTalkng connectivity to the control head and ACU.
- Solid state sensor technology delivers dynamic accuracy to within 2 degrees in all conditions.
- Auto-compensation for on board magnetic fields and reliable heading accuracy in the northern and southern extremes.
- Fast and reliable heading data for MARPA, radar overlay, and heading modes on Raymarine multifunction displays.


Supported Drives:
- ACU-100: Wheel, tiller and 0.5 ltr Hydraulic
- NEW: ACU-150: Type-1 Hydraulic Drive Unit
- ACU-200: Type 1 Raymarine hydraulic, linear and rotary mechanical drives
- ACU-300: For solenoid controlled steering systems and Raymarine constant running hydraulic pumps
- ACU-400: Type 2 and 3 Raymarine hydraulic, linear, and rotary mechanical drives


NEW ACU 150:
- The Raymarine ACU-150 is a component of the Evolution? Autopilot system and is designed to provide power and control to a Raymarine Type-1 Hydraulic Drive Unit (M81120.)
- The ACU-150 connects to the SeaTalkng network for communication with its other peripherals. It also has connections for an optional Rudder Reference Unit (sold separately.) The ACU-150 works on 12-volt DC systems only.
- To make a complete ACU-150 autopilot system you must also add the Type-1 Hydraulic Drive Unit (M81120), Evolution EV1 Sensor Core (E70096), Evolution Cable Kit (R70160) and either the p70s (E70328) or p70Rs (E70329) autopilot control head.

EV-1 Cockpit and Inboard Autopilots:
- EV-1 autopilots consist of a Control Head, EV-1 Sensor, Autopilot Control Unit (ACU) and drive unit. The drive unit (inboard mechanical/ hydraulic or cockpit mounted) and correct ACU for your vessel is dependent on the steering system and displacement of the vessel itself.

EV-2 for Drive-by-Wire Propulsion:
- EV-2 has been designed for the latest drive-by-wire steering systems and connects directly to Raymarines SeaTalkng bus. EV-2 also has a dedicated CAN Bus port for direct connection to steer-by-wire steering systems - such as ZF Pod Drives, Yamaha Helm Master, Volvo IPS and SeaStar Solutions Optimus systems. A single CAN Bus connection to the EV-2 eliminates the need for an Autopilot Control Unit (ACU) further simplifying installation.


Specifications:

- Power consumption (standby) main power supply: 300 mA (12 V)
- Power consumption (standby) SeaTalkng power supply: No power supply to SeaTalkng
- SeaTalkng LEN (Load Equivalency Number): 1
- SeaTalkng power out: No power supply to SeaTalkng
- Installation environment: Operating temperature: -20ºC to +55ºC (-4ºF to +131ºF)
- Waterproof rating: Connector panel - IPX2, Drive electronics - IPX6
- Weight: 0.6 kg (1.32 lbs): 0.6 kg (1.32 lbs)