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

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.