The Reactor 40 hydraulic autopilot system is ideal for powerboats and sailboats with a Garmin hydraulic pump and can be connected to a variety of propulsion systems, such as inboards, outboards, stern drives and diesels.
Delivery includes 5" control unit GHC50, electronic control unit (ECU), control course sensor (CCU), buzzer/alarm and innovative Shadow Drive technology. Product details
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The Reactor 40 hydraulic autopilot system is ideal for powerboats and sailboats with a Garmin hydraulic pump and can be connected to a variety of propulsion systems, such as inboards, outboards, stern drives and diesels.
Delivery includes 5" control unit GHC50, electronic control unit (ECU), control course sensor (CCU), buzzer/alarm and innovative Shadow Drive technology.
Responsive, flexible and reliable
The solid-state 9-axis AHRS (Attitude Heading Reference System) responds reliably to sea conditions to maintain course. In addition, the autopilot system offers particularly helpful features, including heading hold, wind hold, tack/jibe, step turns and more. It also greatly minimises heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption, giving you enough time to operate sails, lines, winches or radios. The system mounts nearly anywhere, in any orientation.
Chartplotter compatibility
Combined with a compatible chartplotter, the Reactor 40 can be controlled and steered anywhere on the boat. In addition to holding its course in virtually all weather and wind conditions, the system can smoothly perform a variety of preprogrammed trolling and search procedures. Plus, with a compatible Garmin networked chartplotter and optional BlueChart g3 Vision charts (sold separately), you gain additional functions, such as Auto Guidance with automatic route suggestions.
Stay in control with Shadow Drive technology
Shadow Drive gives you the option to take the wheel at any time with Autopilot activated. The autopilot is automatically disengaged if the helm is turned and re-engages when you hold a steady course.
Further features at a glance
Minimal commissioning and calibration
Control the autopilot with an optional quatix smartwatch
NMEA2000 connectivity
Delivery includes 5" control instrument GHC50, Reactor 40 (CCU), electronic control unit (ECU), buzzer/alarm and Shadow Drive
Note: This set is compatible with the Garmin 1.2 litre pump (SVB itm.: 93871 / Garmin itm.: 010-00705-64) and the Garmin 2 litre pump (SVB itm.: 93872 / Garmin itm.: 010-00705-63)
Garmin Info Center
What does an autopilot system comprise of?
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Technical data - control course sensor (CCU) / electronic control unit (ECU)
Power supply
10 - 30 V
Operating temperature
-15 to +60 °C
Dimensions (CCU)
170 x 90 x 50 mm
Dimensions (ECU)
168 x 117 x 53 mm
Dimensions (buzzer/alarm)
23 x 25 mm (LxØ)
Technical data - Control panel GHC50
Type
WVGA
Resolution
800 x 480 px
Power supply
9 - 32 V
power consumption (amps)
200 mA (typical)
400 mA (maximal)
Touchscreen
Yes
ANT+ connectivity
Yes
NMEA2000
Yes, (1x port)
Garmin Marine Network
Yes, (1x port)
Waterproof rating
IPX7
Dimensions (WxHxD)
105 x 140 x 51 mm
Weight
328 g
Delivery contents:
Reactor 40 CCU
GHC 50 control unit
Electronic control unit (ECU)
ECU power/connection cable
Connection cable
Shadow Drive
Buzzer/alarm
NMEA 2000 drop cables (2 meters)
NMEA 2000 power connection cable
NMEA 2000 T-connectors
Terminating resistors
Quick start guide
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