MD61 DATASHEET

MD61 DATASHEET

MD61 DATASHEET

Product catalog summary
Overview: The MD61 Rudder Angle Transmitter is designed to provide steering indication by transmitting the vessel's rudder angle to a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator. It features dual outputs: Digital NMEA 0183 and Analogue Variable Voltage via a 5 KΩ potentiometer. The device is housed in a robust, fully sealed aluminium alloy enclosure, finished in Window Grey.
Applications: The transmitter is used to send rudder angle data to various marine systems such as Rudder Angle Indicators, VDRs, or Auto-Pilots.
Related Products: Includes the MD94DDU Data Distribution Unit and the complete range of Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicators.
Features: Key features include a digital NMEA 0183 output, an analogue variable voltage output, built-in rudder indication LEDs, and a fully adjustable rudder linkage rod. It is designed for easy installation and maintenance.
Operational Specifications: The transmitter offers a static accuracy of ±0.25° and a working angular range of ±45°. It has a follow-up rate of over 20° per second. The potentiometer output is 2.5 KΩ at midships position.
Environmental Specifications: The device is compliant with IEC 60945 standards for waterproofness and operates in temperatures from -15°C to +55°C with 0% to 100% humidity. It maintains a compass safe distance of 20cm.
Physical Specifications: The transmitter weighs 4.0 kg and has dimensions of H 125 mm and Ø 200 mm. It includes a linkage rod with an adjustment range of 270 - 580 mm and is mounted using 4x M6 screws.
Electrical Specifications: It requires a 24 V dc power supply and uses a mechanical linkage to the rudder for data input. Data output includes NMEA 0183 and a 5 KΩ potentiometer.
Approvals: The MD61 conforms to various standards including BS EN 60945, BS EN 61162-1, and ISO 20673. It has type approval from DNV GL Wheelmark when part of the Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator System.
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MD61 DATASHEET-1

RUDDER INSTRUMENTATION / RUDDER ANGLE SENSORS MD61 RUDDER ANGLE SENSOR TRANSMITTER SKU: F061001 View Online › OVERVIEW The MD61 Rudder Angle Transmitter is a Rudder Angle Transducer for providing steering indication. Mounted in the steering compartment, it transmits the vessel’s Rudder Angle to a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator. The input shaft is mechanically linked to the vessel’s rudder stock by a fully adjustable linkage rod (supplied). The MD61 has dual outputs: 1. Digital NMEA 0183 and 2. Analogue Variable Voltage (via 5 KΩ geared potentiometer) FEATURES Ship’s Rudder Angle Sensor and Transmitter The Rudder Angle Transmitter is fully sealed and housed in a robust Digital NMEA 0183 Output (IEC 61162-1) gloss Powder coat to complement other marine navigation equipment. Analogue Variable Voltage Output 5 KΩ Potentiometer Built-in Rudder Indication LEDs for easy set-up Fully Adjustable Rudder Linkage Rod Proven Rugged Design aluminium alloy enclosure. Finished in Window Grey (RAL7040) SemiThe MD61 from Marine Data: flexible in application, easy to install and Transmits Rudder Angle data to a Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator, VDR or Auto-Pilot at any convenient location RELATED PRODUCTS • MD94DDU - Data Distribution Unit with Dual NMEA Inputs for Dual Rudder Installations  The complete range of Rudder Angle Indicators from Marine Data MD/RDI Rudder Indication System – Wheelmark Approved

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MD61 DATASHEET-2

4.0 kg (including rudder linkage rod) Static Accuracy: ± 0.25° accuracy of rudder movement Working Angular Range: Follow-Up Rate: 12-core captive cable, 2.5 m long Midships Position = 2.5 KΩ ± 45° of rotation = 2.38 KΩ (approx.) Aluminium alloy enclosure Window Grey (RAL7040) Semi-gloss Powder Coat Red LED = Steering to Port Green LED = Steering to Starboard Both LEDs = Midships Position (000°) Power Supply: Data Input: Mechanical Linkage to Rudder Data Sentence: Data Output: 1 x 5 KΩ potentiometer (volt free) Red & Green LED Rudder Position Indicators Waterproofness - Exposed Area Temperature...

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