South Atlantic S 470 Windvane Self-Steering Gallery

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High-leverage steering lines attached to the helm of a heavy displacement vessel
Auxiliary rudder system engaged during a bluewater ocean passage
Precision machining of the stainless steel servo-gear assembly
Low-friction control lines routing from the windvane to the rudder
Structural detailing of the transom mounting plates and brackets
Large cruising yacht benefiting from hands-free mechanical steering
Wheel adapter setup allowing windvane use on a wheel-steered boat
Over-the-shoulder view of the vane catching the apparent wind
Securely bolted windvane frame designed to withstand rough seas
Corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum components of the wind paddle
Extension tube raising the windvane for clearer airflow on a large ketch
Safety breakaway coupling on the pendulum shaft preventing damage
Clean deck layout with the self-steering gear tucked neatly at the stern
Close-up of the cam adjustment mechanism for fine-tuning course
Wheel steering adapter linkage showing smooth pivot action
Ready-to-sail configuration of a heavy-duty offshore steering package
Cockpit perspective looking aft at the fully assembled gear
Advanced servo-pendulum translating water flow into steering force
Horizontal axis vane responding to subtle wind shifts
Mechanical advantage demonstrated on a large displacement hull
Robust stainless steel construction of the main frame
Aft view of the gear integrated into a double-ender hull
Delrin bearings ensuring smooth rotation of the windvane shaft
Heavy seas testing for a large vessel self-steering system
Shadow profile of the S 470 unit against the horizon at sunset
Adjustable becket for tuning the tension of the steering lines
Hydraulic wheel steering interface connected to the windvane
Overall stability of the system during an ocean crossing

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Phone: +54 911 2158 2504
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Website: www.south-atlantic.net

South Atlantic
Santiago del Estero 2175
CABA
Argentina

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South Atlantic
Weko Park, Werther 33824
NRW, Germany

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