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Sitex SP38 Installation and Operation
Document PN 29010101 V2r0
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Rudder Angle Indicator (RAI) – 3”
PN 20360014
The Sitex RAI is a backlit 3” (76 mm) diameter gauge that displays the actual position of the
vessel’s rudder. The RAI is flush mounted, encased in high impact resistant polycarbonate
plastic with a water resistant front face, and requires a lighting voltage supply of 12, 24 or
32 VDC.
An optional Bezel Kit (Part # 30360004), Wheelhouse Case (PN 20360017) and Watertight
Case (PN 20360016) are available.
Figure 8 1 – External Rudder Angle Indicator - 3" Model
Rudder Angle Indicators
The SP38 system will drive up to five 500 microampere Rudder Angle Indicator (RAI
meters, such as those supplied by Sitex (PN 20360014. Mounting instructions are
included with each meter. Wire the meter to the plug for the SPU receptacle labelled
J8 –
RAI O
UTPUT
. If you have more than one RAI meter, they should all be wired in series, as
shown in Figure 83 :
Figure 8 2 – Wiring Connections for Rudder Angle Indicators
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