Autopilots
TMQ autopilots are renowned for their durability, reliability, accuracy and ease of operation. Over 30 years of experience in the design of marine auto pilots for the commercial fishing industry is evident in the quality of the entire range of TMQ auto pilots.
Our commercial autopilots are designed and made for operators who are using the equipment to help them make their life at sea easier and safer. Reliability is off the highest importance, ruggedness to stand up to years of work, and to give ease of operation.
The workhorse of the Autopilot range, TMQ's AP4 is extremely reliable, with some commercial operators reporting their unit still working perfectly in excess of ten years on board. Easy to operate in all sea conditions.
The autopilot designed for professionals
The AP4 autopilot is a rugged & reliable pilot for use on all sorts of vessels, motor or sail, commercial or pleasure. The front panel has large control knobs for ease o f use in all sea conditions. It has various special modes of operation to cater for all different requirements.
Key Features
- Ease of operation in all sea conditions through control knobs
- Bright LED display
- Front panel controls for rudder ratio and sensitivity
- Timer adjustable or fixed for use as a commercial watch alarm
- Waypoint Steering when connected to a GPS plotting system
- International dealer network - access spares or service anywhere
| Voltage: | 12-24 volts DC |
| Current: | Manual – 0.4 amps. Auto – 1.0 amps. Max: 15 amps |
| Controls: | Rotary and Push button |
| Display: | LED |
| Course Detection: | Better than 1 degree |
| Sensitivity: | 0 to 10 degrees |
| Rudder Ratio: | 0.1:10.0 to 1.0:1.0 |
| Rudder Limits: | Front Panel Adjustable |
| Course Alarm: | Adjustable |
| Watch Alarm: | Adjustable 0/60 minutes |
| Nav. Signal: | NMEA 0183 |
| Dimensions: | (W) 173mm x (H) 73mm x (D) 210mm (allow for rear cable connection) |
| Standard Components: | (W) 173mm x (H) 73mm x (D) 210mm (allow for rear cable connection) |
Designed for high speed vessels and ships, the AP9 is easy to operate, even in rough seas with rotary control and bright readable display.
The autopilot with more
The system can be integrated with navigational aids such as a GPS or GPS plotter to provide way point steering, or in addition can become a timer fixed commercial watch alarm.
Key Features
- JOG lever input
- Luminescent front panel for ease of use at night
- Up to two remote steering positions
- 3 heading input options
- Off course alarm
- Timer adjustable or fixed for use as a commercial watch alarm
- Current heading lock on
- Waypoint Steering (when interfaced with GPS plotter)
- Rate of turn adjustment
- Counter rudder
| Voltage: | 12-24 volts DC |
| Current: | Manual-0.4 amps, Auto – 1.0 amps, Max – 15 amps, |
| Controls: | Rotary and push button |
| Course Detection: | Better than 1 degree |
| Sensitivity: | 0 to 10 degrees |
| Rudder Ratio: | 0.1:1.0 to 1.0:1.0 |
| Rudder Limits: | Front panel adjustable |
| Course Alarm: | Front Panel Adjustable |
| Watch Alarm: | Adjustable 0/60 min |
| Nav. Signal: | NMEA 0183 |
| Dimensions: | 309mm x 140mm x 65mm (Allow for rear cable connection) |
| Standard Components: | Main control panel, heavy duty rudder feedback unit, mounting hardware and brackets, operation manual. |
Our most popular leisure model, the AP47 is ideal for helms with restricted space. The AP47 is easily readable and suits a variety of vessel types.
THE COMPACT SOLUTION FOR MARINERS WITH RESTRICTED SPACE.
Key Features
- Large, easy to read backlit display.
- Simple operation with push button controls.
- Splash proof display.
- Attractive styling compliments existing vessel layout.
- Off course alarm.
- Operates without a rudder feedback unit, and no need for a junction box
- Reliable operation and performance
- Designed to 110mm casing as per industry standard
- Use as a stand alone system or integrate with other equipment
- Waypoint steering when connected to a GPS plotting system
| Voltage: | 12 volts DC |
| Current: | Average – 0.5 amps |
| Controls: | 4 Push Button |
| Display: | Tranflective LCD |
| Course Detection: | Better than 1 degree |
| Sensitivity: | 0 to 10 degrees |
| Rudder Ratio: | 0.1:1.0 to 1.0:1.0 |
| Rudder Limits: | Adjustable |
| Off Course Alarm: | 45 Degrees |
| Nav. Signal: | NMEA 0183 |
| Dimensions: | Millimeters |
The Autopilot with more versatility, the AP56 can be configured with multiple remote heads and a master control unit. Integrate with GPS/GPS Plotter for waypoint steering.
TMQ’S VERSATILE AUTOPILOT WITH MULTIPLE MODES.
AP56 is easy to operate, and designed with a number of configurations to suit most vessels. Use the master control unit to connect multiple head units, integrate with a GPS/GPS Plotter to provide waypoint steering.
Key Features
- Large display with simple operation.
- Off course alarm.
- Splash proof display.
- NEW Slimline casing, great for limited space.
- NEW Touchened glass
- Option for remote display units.
| Voltage: | 12-24 volts DC |
| Display Current: | ~0.5 Amps Average 1.5 Amps from the MCU. |
| Controls: | 4 Push Buttons |
| Display: | Transflective LCD |
| Course Detection: | Better than 1 degree |
| CDrive Output Current: | Std. 15 Amps |
| Working Modes: | Manual (Manual Steering), Auto (Autopilot Engaged), GPS (from GPS Plotter) |
| Rudder Ratio: | 0.1:1.0 to 1.0:1.0- |
| Rudder Limits: | Front Panel Adjustable |
| Off Course Alarm: | 45 degrees |
| Nav. Signal: | NMEA 0183 |
| Sensitivity: | 0 to 10 degrees |
| CDrive Ports: | COMPASS, NMEA, Remote, Display |
TMQ's newest Autopilot, this new colour model provides professional features in a compact, economical package. Simple to install and operate. Ideal for small to mid size vessels.
NEW RELEASE - THE AP47C
Now with colour LCD, simplified setup and installation, the AP47C offers the same easy to use functionality and compact styling as the AP47, TMQ’s most popular small boat autopilot.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
- Colour LCD and simple operation
- Operates without a rudder feedback unit, and no need for a junction box
- Reliable operation and performance
- Designed to 110mm casing as per industry standard
- Use as a stand alone system or integrate with other equipment
- Waypoint steering when connected to a GPS plotting system.
- Toughened glass
- Large, easy to read backlit display.
- Simple operation with push button controls.
- Splash proof display.
- Attractive styling compliments existing vessel layout.
- Off course alarm.
- Daylight readable
- Slimline case for even greater space saving and modern finish
DISPLAY MODES:
Manual Mode: The autopilot display unit shows the current magnetic heading.The vessel is under manual steering control and does not apply automatic steering control.
Auto Mode: The autopilot will maintain your vessel on any desired magnetic course. This course can be set from the display unit.
GPS Mode: When receiving information from a GPS the autopilot can steer a vessel to a precise latitude and longitude, through any number of desired course changes.
STANDARD INCLUSIONS:
AP47C control unit, electronic compass sensor with 5 metres of cable, mounting hardware and brackets, operation manual.
Support:
TMQ have had 35 years of product support backed with a 2 year warranty* and benefits from localised priority service and support. *Warranty is extended to 3 years when registered with TMQ.
Easy to install: AP47C is designed to 110mm standard casing.
| VOLTAGE: | 12/24 volts DC |
| CURRENT: | Average – 0.5 amps |
| CONTROLS: | 4 push button |
| DISPLAY: | LCD Colour |
| COURSE DETECTION: | Better than 1 degree |
| RUDDER RATIO: | 0.1:1.0 to 1.0:1.0- |
| RUDDER LIMITS: | Adjustable |
| OFF COURSE ALARM: | 45 degrees |
| NAV. SIGNAL: | NMEA 0183 |
| SENSITIVITY: | 0 to 10 degrees |
Rudder feedback options, RAI, Electronic Compass and more.
