Smart, Hands-Free Piloting for Your Vessel

The Si-Tex SP-80 Type S Mechanical Drive Autopilot is designed to bring effortless precision to your marine journeys. Whether you have an outboard, inboard, or sterndrive vessel with hydraulic or mechanical steering, this advanced autopilot ensures a smooth and accurate course to your destination. Featuring an intuitive interface and waterproof control head, the SP-80 provides unparalleled convenience, allowing you to focus on the voyage while it takes control of the navigation.

Seamless GPS Integration for Automated Navigation

With built-in NMEA 0183 Loran/GPS interface, the SP-80 can automatically guide your vessel to the next waypoint. This feature enhances efficiency and reduces manual input, ensuring a hands-free experience tailored to your route.

High-Visibility Display and Enhanced User Control

The SP-80 is equipped with a bold, backlit display offering ten brightness levels, ensuring clear readability in all lighting conditions. The system provides accurate digital readouts of rudder angle and operating mode, delivering real-time operational insights for superior navigation.

Intelligent Steering Adjustments for Smooth Performance

Featuring Automatic Sea State and Trim controls, the SP-80 adjusts dynamically to varying conditions. With 10 selectable rudder sensitivity levels and high/low-speed settings, the system guarantees precise steering tailored to your vessel’s needs.

Built-In Safety and Redundancy Features

Designed for reliability, the SP-80 includes rudder feedback to verify autopilot commands and a Ghost Rudder backup, ensuring continued operation even in the event of rudder feedback failure. The system also integrates built-in diagnostics, self-tests, and visual and audible alarms for enhanced safety on the water.

Convenient Power Steering and Manual Override

The Power Steering mode enables effortless push-button steering, while the Stand-By mode allows for manual control when needed. The system is also compatible with solenoid valves, further expanding its versatility for various vessel setups.

Straight Shaft Drive for Seamless Installation

The Type "S" Mechanical Drive replaces the manual drive on cable-steered boats and mounts directly behind the dashboard. It is fully compatible with the Morse 290 steering helm and includes its own bezel kit, making it adaptable to most retrofit installations while utilizing the existing steering cable and wheel.

What's in the Box

• SP-80 Control
• Compass
• Computer
• Type "S" Drive