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Autopilot/BNWAS

critical 3 models total
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3 manufacturers · 3 models

Furuno Electric (Japan)

1
NAVpilot 700/711 + BNWAS BR-500
Heading/Track Control + BNWAS · Ship Steering Control
Voltage: 24V DC
Type
Autopilot + BNWAS
Size Range
  • NAVpilot 700
  • NAVpilot 711
  • BR-500 BNWAS
Drive Type
Electric
Construction
Control unit, adaptive steering, BNWAS module
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Heading sensor interface loss
  • Rudder feedback signal noise
  • BNWAS button mechanical wear
  • Adaptive control algorithm issues in ballast condition
Service: Standard autopilot/BNWAS maintenance. Heading sensor check quarterly. BNWAS test daily.
Spare Parts: Furuno global. Lead time: 1-3 weeks.
Datasheet

Kongsberg

1
K-Pilot / K-Bridge Autopilot
Heading/Track Control · Ship Steering Control
Voltage: 24V DC
Type
Autopilot (Integrated Bridge)
Size Range
  • K-Pilot
  • K-Bridge AP
Drive Type
Electric
Construction
Integrated bridge autopilot, DP-integration capable
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Heading sensor interface issues
  • Rudder feedback drift
  • DP/autopilot switchover glitches
Service: Standard autopilot maintenance. DP integration test quarterly.
Spare Parts: Kongsberg Maritime. Lead time: 2-4 weeks.
Datasheet

Wärtsilä

1
NautoPilot 5000 / BNWAS
Heading/Track Control + Bridge Watch Alarm · Ship Steering Control
Voltage: 24V DC
Type
Autopilot + Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System
Size Range
  • NautoPilot 5000
  • NautoPilot 5100
Drive Type
Electric
Construction
Control unit, heading sensor interface, rudder feedback, BNWAS panel
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Heading sensor (gyro/satellite compass) interface failure
  • Rudder feedback potentiometer drift
  • BNWAS alarm reset button mechanical failure
  • Control algorithm oscillation from incorrect PID tuning
  • Weather adaptation malfunction in heavy seas
Service: Heading sensor calibration check quarterly. Rudder feedback calibration annually. BNWAS test daily (crew must acknowledge within set time). Complete system check at annual survey.
Spare Parts: Wärtsilä Voyage (Kiel). Lead time: 2-4 weeks.
Datasheet