Autopilot Drive Solutions
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OCTAF1012 Hydraulic Reversing Pumps

From fishing boats and sailboats to yachts of all sizes and commercial vessels, Octopus has the right drive for you.
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HYDRAULIC REVERSING PUMPS

The benefits of Octopus reversing pumps:

• RELIABLE – Patented piston pump technology with only three moving parts
• TWICE THE POWER – Delivers over twice the hydraulic output per watt of input
• ADJUSTABLE FLOW RATE – Configure performance to suit your vessel
• EASY SERVICING – Shut off valves allow removal without draining steering system

PISTON PUMP • Available in 12 Volts or 24 Volts

SELECTION GUIDE
PID	Flow Rate (Adjustable)	Cylinder Range
OCTAF1012	600cc – 1L/min	6-15in³
OCTAF1024	600cc-1L/min	6-15in³
OCTAF1212	800cc – 1.2L/min	10-20in³
OCTAF1224	800cc – 1.2L	10-20in³
OCTAF2012	1.2 – 2.L/min	245-500cc (15-30in³)
OCTAF2024	1.2 – 2L/min	245-500cc (15-30in³)

GEAR PUMP

• HIGH EFFICIENCY – Industry leading efficiency minimizes power consumption.
• LOW NOISE – New design offers significantly quieter operation.
• LIGHTWEIGHT & COMPACT – Small footprint offers greater installation flexibility.
• WIDE RANGE OF PRODUCTS – From 600 to 3000cc/minute, 12v and 24v options.

SELECTION GUIDE
PID	Flow Rate	Cylinder Range
OCTAFG0612	600cc/min	6-9 ci CYLINDER
OCTAFG0624	600cc/min	6-9 ci CYLINDER
OCTAFG1012	1000cc	10-15 ci CYLINDER
OCTAFG1024	1000cc	10-15 ci CYLINDER
OCTAFG1612	1600cc	16-24 ci CYLINDER
OCTAFG1624	1600cc	16-24 ci CYLINDER
OCTAFG2012	2L	24-30 ci
OCTAFG2024	2L	24-30 ci
OCTAFG3012	3L	30-40 ci
OCTAFG3024	3L	30-40 ci

HYDRAULIC CONSTANT RUNNING PUMPS

Suitable for commercial vessels and larger yachts

• POWERFUL – Suitable for steering cylinders up to 200cu in (3500cc)
• ECONOMICAL – High performance, low power consumption, compact design
• FULLY INTEGRATED DESIGN – No complicated external pipes or fittings to break or leak

CRA PUMPSETS

• For steering cylinders up to 65cu in (1000cc)
• Available in 12 Volts or 24 Volts

CRB PUMPSETS

• For steering cylinders up to 200cu in (3500cc)
• DC models: 12v, 24v
• AC models: 110v or 220v single phase

HYDRAULIC LINEAR DRIVES

Powerful, efficient drives for sailboats

• RELIABLE – Only three moving parts, increasing reliability
• EFFICIENT – Three times more efficient, half the battery consumption
• ADJUSTABLE FLOW RATE – Configure performance to suit your vessel

SELECTION GUIDE
PID	AVERAGE/ MAX CURRENT (Piston pump efficiency will reduce actual consumption)	Features				Performance			Yacht Selection
		V	Cylinder Bore	Variable Flow Rate	Stroke	Hardover Time (Suggested)	Max Rudder Torque	Peak Thrust	Max Boat Length	Max Laden Displacement
OCTAF1012LAM7 OCTAF1012LAR7	4 – 6A / 19A	12v	38mm	500cc – 1 litre/min	178mm (7in)	12-14sec	750Nm 6,630lbin	400kg 882lbs	14m 45ft	11,000kg 24,200lbs
OCTAF1024LAM7 OCTAF1024LAR7	2 – 3A / 10A	24v	38mm	500cc – 1 litre/min	178mm (7in)	12-14sec	750Nm 6,630lbin	400kg 882lbs	14m 45ft	11,000kg 24,200lbs
OCTAF1212LAM12 OCTAF1212LAR12	4 – 6A / 19A	12v	38mm	500cc – 1 litre/min	305mm (12in)	14-16sec	1,200Nm 10,600lbin	400kg 882lbs	18m 60ft	15,000kg 33,000lbs
OCTAF1224LAM12 OCTAF1224LAR12	2 – 3A / 10A	24v	38mm	600cc – 1.2 litre/min Reversing	305 mm (12in)	14-16sec	1,200Nm 10,600lbin	400kg 882lbs	18m 60ft	15,000kg 33,000lbs
OCTAF2012LAR9	6 – 8 / 22A	12v	45mm	1-2 litres/min Reversing	228.6 mm (9in)	14-16sec	1,200Nm 10,600lbin	600kg 1,322lbs	22m 70ft	17,000kg 37,500lbs
OCTAF2024LAR9	3 – 4A / 11A	24v	45mm	1-2 litres/min Reversing	228.6mm (9in)	14-16sec	1,200Nm 10,600lbin	600kg 1,322lbs	22m 70ft	17,000kg 37,500lbs

TYPE RS SAILBOAT DRIVE – INBOARD SYSTEMS

Compact and convenient solution

• DISCREET INSTALLATION – All components mounted out of sight
• EASY TO FIT – Can be located in very small spaces
• PERFORMANCE – Responsive drive, little feedback resistance in Standby Mode
• Ideal for inboard engined Boats up to 38 ft or 15400 Lbs

OCTAFMDRSSYS12: Sailboat Drive-Inboard System – long stroke (12”) (up to 38 feet or up to 15400lbs)
OCTAFMDRSSYS: Sailboat Drive-Inboard System – short stroke (9”) (up to 38 feet or up to 15400lbs)

TYPE R MECHANICAL REMOTE DRIVE – STERNDRIVE SYSTEMS

Unique pilot drive for sterndrive applications

• LOW COST SOLUTION – No need to change to hydraulic steering
• EASY TO FIT – Simple to install kits
• TIME SAVING – Rudder feedback option mounts directly on drive
• SAFE – Manual override without disengaging the autopilot
• COMPATIBLE WITH ALL MAJOR AUTOPILOT BRAND ELECTRONICS

Straightforward installation
The Type R Remote Drive System makes sterndrive installations easy for both single or dual engine systems. The installation kit simply clamps to the steering cylinder with no drilling or cutting required.
Two packs are available to suit the most common Mercruiser and Volvo-Penta sterndrive systems.

• OCTAFMDRESYSA: Sterndrive System-Mercruiser from 1994, North American Volvo from 1997
• OCTAFMDRESYSB : Sterndrive System-Mercruiser from 1983-93, European Volvo Diesel from 1994

Kits come standard with 6Ft steering cable with optional 9Ft steering cable for the SYSA.

TYPE S/T DASHBOARD DRIVES

Unique autopilot drives for cable steered boats:

• PROFESSIONAL, LOW-COST SOLUTION – Replaces manual helm with a manual helm/autopilot drive combination. No need to change to hydraulic steering
• EASY TO FIT – Simple to install kits
• TIME SAVING – Rudder feedback option mounts directly on drive

TYPE S BEHIND	TYPE T TILT BEHIND
DASH DRIVE	DASH DRIVE

PID: OCTAFMDMSW The Straight shaft drive unit replaces the manual drive used on cable steered boats and is mounted directly behind the dash.

PID: OCTAFMDTPW Uses Teleflex Tilt assembly SH91800 (not supplied)

ACCESSORIES & MORE

Hose and fitting kit

• Makes Autopilot Installation a breeze
• Essential option for any Pilot installation, includes NPT and ORB fittings to work with 2014 or newer Seastar Helms PID OC17SUK42: 30” Hose and Fitting Kit, including ORB and NPT Helm Fittings

Hydraulic steering fluidEngineered for use in all Hydraulic steering systems

• ISO 15 low temp mineral hydraulic fluid
• Corrosion inhibited
• Oxidation resistant
• Excellent anti wear performance

PID 1 Gallon (4/case): OCTOIL1USG
PID 1USQ (12/case): OCTOIL1USQ
Mechanical drive accessories

	90 degree Bezel Mounting Kit for Type S Straight Shaft Drive PID: OC15SUK10
	Steering Cable Adapter Kit for TFX SSC72, Uflex M47, Morse 304415 PID: OC15SUK07
	Steering Cable Adapter Kit for TFX SSC62, Uflex M66 PID: OC15SUK08
	Spacer Kit x 19mm for 90º Bezel Kit, PID: OC15SUK16 Spacer Kit x 13mm for TFX Performance Tilt Mechanism (Type T), PID: OC15SUK18

OPTIONAL RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT
One of the most complex and time-consuming aspects of autopilot installation is fitting the rudder feedback unit, ensuring that the geometry matches the full range of rudder movement. The Octopus rudder feedback unit solves these problems as it mounts directly to the drive unit itself.

	OC15SUK27A: For Comnav & Sitex Autopilots OC15SUK27B: For Raymarine Autopilots OC15SUK27D: Rudder Feed Back Potentiometer Module – Coursemaster OC15SUK27E: Rudder Feed Back Potentiometer Module – Garmin, Furuno, TMQ and Simrad
	OC15SUK83: Simrad Resistance to Frequency Conversion Kit – Required for Simrad NAC3, AC12 and AC42

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Documents / Resources

OCTOPUS OCTAF1012 Hydraulic Reversing Pumps [pdf] Instruction Manual OCTAF1012 Hydraulic Reversing Pumps, OCTAF1012, Hydraulic Reversing Pumps, Reversing Pumps, Pumps

References

• User Manual