Octopus Hydraulic Linear Actuator - 12" Stroke

The 12" Stroke, Octopus Hydraulic Linear Actuator is a simple, effective way to drive the rudder on a boat equipped with a mechanical steering system.

Features:

• For power and sailboats with mechanical steering
• Recommended for vessels up to 60 feet or 33,000 lbs
• This drive is compatible with most of the major Autopilot Electronic brands.
• When the autopilot is not in use the cylinder runs freely along with the rudder.
• When the automatic pilot is in use a solenoid valve on the actuator closes and locks the cylinder.
• Steering signals from the pilot are now fed to the D.C. motor, which drives the pump to move the cylinder back and forth.
• De-energized, the solenoid valve immediately disconnects the automatic pilot from the rudder.
• The actuator has a small translucent oil reservoir, making it easy to check fluid levels.
• These actuators have only five moving parts.
• Mechanical simplicity gives Precision Products reliability and ease of service when compared to complicated gear and screw actuators, making Precision Products units a favorite for offshore mariners.
• These actuators are shipped from their factory completely filled with oil and require no additional plumbing.