Octopus 38mm Bore Linear Drive 12" Stroke Remote Pump 12vDC

Octopus 38mm Bore Linear Drive12" Stroke Remote Pump 12vDCModel: AF1212LAR12 Average Current 4-6 amps Max Current 19amps 12vDC Cylinder Bore: 38mm Variable Flow Rate: 600cc-1.2 litre/min Stroke: 305mm/12in Hardover Time(Suggested): 14-16 sec Max Rudder Torque: 1,200Nm/10,600lbin Peak Thrust: 400Kg/882lbs Max boat Length: 18m/60' An Octopus Hydraulic Linear Actuator is a simple, effective way to drive the rudder on a boat equipped with a mechanical steering system. The linear actuator is an assembly of an Octopus reversing pump and a marine hydraulic cylinder. This assembly is mounted on the rudder tiller-arm or quadrant. 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 automati