
Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller Instrument Display
Navigating coastal waypoints without cross-track drift, the Simrad AP44 autopilot controller displays Continuum steering data across a 4.1-inch optically bonded color glass screen, drawing 0.1A over NMEA 2000 lines inside an IPX7 waterproof housing.
- Rotary dial provides tactile course adjustments
- Optically bonded glass screen prevents internal fogging
- Continuum steering technology stops heading overshoot
- Low 0.1A draw protects NMEA networks
Set up a dedicated autopilot control station with the Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller, a 4.1-inch optically bonded color TFT display with a rotary dial for heading adjustment. The controller connects to a 12V NMEA 2000 Micro-C backbone and functions as a control head, so a compatible autopilot processor and drive unit remain required. Its 118 x 115 x 48.5 mm flush-mount format should be checked against available helm-panel depth.
The AP44 display has a 320 x 240 resolution, 600-nit brightness, and an IPX7 front-facing waterproof rating. At 0.32 kg, or 0.7 lb, it draws up to 0.1A at 12V DC with a LEN value of 2. Continuum Steering Technology, NoDrift mode, rotary heading adjustment, setup wizards, and network diagnostics are system functions available through a compatible Simrad autopilot installation.
Why Choose the Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller
The Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller adds a 4.1-inch color display and rotary heading control to a compatible autopilot system. Its 320 x 240 resolution, 600-nit display, optically bonded screen, 118 x 115 x 48.5 mm flush-mount size, 12V NMEA 2000 supply, 0.1A draw, LEN 2 load, IPX7 rating, and control-mode access help buyers assess integration requirements before adding a helm controller.
Warranty and Support
Simrad warranty terms vary by product and region, and the supplied specifications do not provide a named warranty period for the AP44 controller. can help you review NMEA 2000 network requirements, flush-mount space, processor and drive compatibility, display power draw, and helm-control requirements before purchase. Review the applicable Simrad warranty coverage and documented package contents before ordering.
Before Ordering the Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller
Confirm that you need an autopilot control head and already have, or plan to install, a compatible processor, drive unit, heading sensor, and NMEA 2000 backbone. You should verify the 118 x 115 x 48.5 mm flush-mount space, 12V network supply, LEN 2 capacity, display location, cable routing, and supported autopilot functions before purchase.
Product Specifications
Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller Instrument Display
| Brand | Simrad |
|---|---|
| Full Model SKU/Code | 000-13289-001 (AP44 Controller) |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Component Type | Autopilot Control Head Only (Requires Processor and Drive Unit) |
| Vessel Hull Type Compatibility | Powerboats and Sailboats (Hull Type Profile Set via Computer) |
| Operating Voltage | 12 Volts DC (Power supplied via NMEA 2000 Backbone) |
| Data Networking Protocols | NMEA 2000 Micro-C Connector Network Terminal |
| Display Technology & Size | 4.1" Optically Bonded All-Weather Color TFT Display Glass Screen |
| Waterproof Rating | IPX7 Front Facing Waterproof Sealing Standard |
| Maximum Current Draw | 0.1 Amps at 12V DC (Low-Power Network Node / LEN: 2) |
| Calibration Method | Instrument-Driven Setup Configuration Wizards and Network Diagnostics |
| Smart Technology Features | Rotary Dial Heading Control, Continuum Steering Technology, No-Drift Mode |
| Dry Weight | 0.32 kg / 0.7 lbs |
| Application | Helm station add-on display console for multi-station planning or secondary navigation stations on power and sail vessels (20-60 ft boat lengths) |
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