Octopus OCTAFG0624 24V Autopilot Pump, 6-9ci Cylinders
- Brand:
- Octopus
- Part no:
- OCTAFG0624
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Where to buy
Specifications
- Drive
- Hydraulic
Manuals
- Instruction manual (PDF)manuals.plus
This Octopus gear pump runs on 24 volts and is made for hydraulically steered boats with cylinders from 6 to 9 cubic inches. It is rated at 1.5 amps and mounts on the floor. It works with balanced or unbalanced cylinders. The maker says the design gives noticeably quieter operation, and the pump carries a limited 2 year warranty.
Our take
The 6 to 9 cubic inch cylinder range is the first thing to match against your steering ram, and the 24 volt rating has to match your boat's supply. Floor mounting means you need space for it on a floor or sole, which is worth settling before you plan the install.
From our buying guide
Raymarine describes a typical autopilot as four parts: a heading sensor, a control unit, a drive and a control head. Bought alone, the parts don't steer, and Raymarine says the operator must stay at the helm at all times.
Check before you buy:
- The box list has the drive and control head you need, since packs can leave out a major part.
- It's rated for your boat the way the maker measures it. Raymarine sizes on fully laden displacement, often 20% above the designed figure.
- On hydraulic steering, the pump's range covers your steering cylinder's volume.
