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Lowrance 000-13250-001 NAC-3 Autopilot Computer for Boats 33+ Feet

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Lowrance

<h3>Lowrance: Over Six Decades of Marine Electronics Innovation</h3><p>Few names carry as much weight on the water as Lowrance. Since 1957, when founder Carl Lowrance introduced the world's first portable consumer sonar device — affectionately nicknamed the &quot;Little Green Box&quot; — the brand has been relentlessly pushing the boundaries of what anglers can see, know, and do beneath the surface. Today, as part of Navico, the world's largest recreational marine electronics group, Lowrance continues to set the standard for fishfinding and navigation technology.</p><p>What makes Lowrance stand apart is not just longevity, but a record of genuine firsts. The brand is credited with introducing the first sonar unit to include a microprocessor, patenting the low-profile Skimmer&reg; transducer capable of high performance at boat speeds up to 70 mph, and delivering the world's first LCD product to offer integrated GPS, mapping, and sonar capabilities in a single unit. That spirit of engineering invention runs through every product Lowrance makes today.</p><h3>Fishfinders, GPS &amp; Chartplotters Built for Serious Anglers</h3><p>The heart of the Lowrance lineup is its broad range of Fishfinders, GPS &amp; Chartplotters. Whether you fish freshwater lakes, inshore flats, or open ocean, there is a Lowrance unit designed for your style of fishing. The lineup spans from accessible entry-level units to flagship multifunction displays. The Eagle series targets casual anglers with easy setup and intuitive controls, while the mid-tier Elite FS series steps up with touchscreen interfaces, Active Imaging HD sonar, and C-MAP chart compatibility. At the top of the range, the HDS PRO delivers professional-grade performance with high-resolution ActiveTarget&reg; 2 Live Sonar — a technology that lets anglers watch fish react to a lure in real time beneath the boat. Technologies like DownScan Imaging and SideScan provide photo-like views of underwater structure, making it far easier to distinguish rocks, submerged timber, and fish-holding cover.</p><h3>Transducers: The Engine Behind Every Reading</h3><p>A fishfinder is only as good as the transducer feeding it data. Lowrance has long understood this, which is why its Transducers &amp; Accessories lineup is engineered to work seamlessly with its displays. From transom-mount units ideal for trailered boats to in-hull and thru-hull options for larger vessels, Lowrance transducers are built to deliver accurate depth readings, bottom composition data, and crisp sonar imaging under real-world conditions.</p><h3>Electronics Parts &amp; Accessories to Complete Your Setup</h3><p>Rounding out the Lowrance ecosystem is a comprehensive selection of <a href="/200363-electronics-parts-accessories-lowrance-7441">Electronics Parts &amp; Accessories</a>. Mounting hardware, power cables, network cables, and module add-ons allow anglers to tailor and expand their onboard electronics system over time. Lowrance units are designed with networking in mind, making it straightforward to add components and grow a system as needs evolve — a flexibility that has made the brand a favorite among both weekend anglers and tournament competitors alike.</p><h3>Why Anglers Trust Lowrance</h3><ul style="list-style:disc"><li><strong>Pioneer heritage:</strong> Inventor of the first consumer sonar device in 1957 and a record of industry &quot;firsts&quot; spanning six decades</li><li><strong>Technology leadership:</strong> ActiveTarget&reg; 2 Live Sonar, Active Imaging HD, DownScan and SideScan Imaging, and real-time mapping</li><li><strong>Scalable systems:</strong> Products designed to network together, from entry-level to full professional setups</li><li><strong>Anglers building for anglers:</strong> A company culture rooted in fishing, not just electronics manufacturing</li><li><strong>Broad compatibility:</strong> Supports third-party chart providers, trolling motors, and a wide range of add-on accessories</li></ul>

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000-13250-001
09/13/2036 12:32 AM
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Product Details

The Lowrance NAC-3 Autopilot Computer is the central processing unit for your marine autopilot system, featuring advanced control algorithms designed to helm vessels across a broad range of weather conditions and sea states. This high-current autopilot computer contains all the electronics necessary to operate hydraulic steering pumps or mechanical drive units while interfacing seamlessly with heading sensors, rudder feedback units, and multifunction displays.

Key Features:

  • Designed for vessels 33 feet (10 meters) or greater in length
  • High-current output: 30 amps continuous, 50 amps peak capacity
  • Powered by Simrad Continuum steering technology with over 60 years of development
  • Compatible with hydraulic drive pumps, mechanical drives, hydraulic linear drives, and solenoid valves
  • Virtual Rudder Feedback (VRF) technology for simplified installation on outboard and sterndrive boats
  • Supports Simrad RF25 and RF300 rudder feedback units for inboard applications
  • 12/24V input with 8A continuous output, 12A peak
  • 3A clutch output capability
  • Industry-standard NMEA 2000 networking and NMEA 0183 input for easy integration
  • Plug-and-play installation with automatic tuning and compass calibration

This autopilot computer is compatible with high-current drive pumps including the Simrad RPU160 and RPU300, mechanical drives such as the DD15, and hydraulic linear drives in the HLD2000 series. The NAC-3 can be controlled through Lowrance multifunction displays or dedicated autopilot controllers, providing reliable hands-free steering for extended cruising and offshore navigation.

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