The Nauticus Smart Tab ST1290-60 trim tab system delivers automatic boat performance enhancement without hydraulics or electric switches. Designed for boats 12-18 feet with 60-150 HP outboards, these self-adjusting trim tabs use innovative nitrogen gas actuator technology to optimize your boat's attitude and efficiency throughout the speed range.
Automatic Performance Features:
- Reduces minimum planing speed by up to 33%
- Provides faster acceleration and increased top speed
- Delivers a level, more comfortable ride at all speeds
- Improves fuel economy, handling, and safety
- Eliminates porpoising, sliding, and chine walking
How Smart Tabs Work:
The nitrogen gas actuator provides lift at the stern by holding the 12" x 9" trim plate down during acceleration. As boat speed increases, water pressure pushes up on the plates, minimizing bow rise and helping the boat plane quickly. Once water pressure exceeds the actuator's load rating, the plates move to a horizontal position to eliminate drag. The internal valve system dampens plate movement to provide smooth, undetectable reactions to changing conditions.
Continuous Stabilization:
Smart Tabs function like shock absorbers even while cruising, constantly adjusting to sea conditions. This provides remarkable stability in turns, while crossing waves, and at maximum speeds without any operator input required.
Simple Installation:
Complete installation typically takes less than one hour with basic tools (electric drill, drill bits, Phillips screwdriver, and two wrenches). All mounting hardware, detailed instructions, and installation templates included. No through-hull drilling required.
