Raymarine R28170 i60 Wind Masthead Vane and Cups
- Brand:
- Raymarine
- Part no:
- R28170
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Where to buy
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Specifications
- Sensor
- Cup and vane
The R28170 is the masthead wind sensor for Raymarine's i60 wind system, with a wind arm, vane and cups. It is the masthead unit only, with no cables. It works only with Raymarine st60 and i60 series wind displays, so it needs one of those displays to be of any use.
Our take
The R28170 is a masthead-only vane and cups unit with no cables, and it is stated to work with Raymarine st60 and i60 series wind displays alone. Check your display first, and expect to source the cabling separately.
From our buying guide
A wired sensor means a cable down the mast. A wireless one saves the cable, but puts a solar-charged battery aloft and needs a receiver below. Raymarine says working out true wind takes other sensors as well, such as boat speed and compass.
Check before you buy:
- The box has what connects it to your network, since not every masthead sensor plugs straight into an NMEA 2000 backbone.
- A wired sensor's cable reaches from the masthead to where it connects.
- You're happy looking after a wireless unit's battery. B&G recommends taking its WS320 down for winter and removing the battery.