THE ULTIMATE STEERING EXPERIENCE
The incredible feel you get when you're behind the wheel of a boat equipped with Optimus EPS is the result of an innovative array of technology and engineering. Each component has been designed to complement the other, resulting in a seamless experience of steering control in virtually every situation on the water.
ADVANTAGES OF OPTIMUS EPS
No oil at helm
Boat that steers like a sports car
Unmatched sensitivity at the helm
Removes cumbersome hydraulic component
Plug-and-play autopilot compatibility with drive by wire system
No autopilot pump or rudder feedback unit
Can be retrofitted to existing mechanically controlled engines
WHY GO ALL-ELECTRIC?
Simple to install
Easy to maintain
Compatible with Optimus Helm, CANtrak display & 360 Joystick
Similar in size to the tournament Optimus cylinder
Compatible with drive by wire autopilot systems from Garmin, SIMRAD & Raymarine
Adjustable speed sensitive turns lock to lock
Adjustable speed sensitive wheel effort
Ackerman steering (ideal for pontoon & catamarans)
Compatible with NMEA 2000
NMMA, ABYC, CE, ISO, and SAE electrical & environmental requirements
WHY GO ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC?
Individual rudder control allowing for Ackerman and Toe-in/Toe-out configurations
Multiple levels of redundancy using a fault-tolerant CAN network
RINA Certification for Optimus 5000 Series
Up to three helm stations
Automatic battery management with sensing, warnings & best battery selection
On-demand hydraulic steering pump minimizing power consumption
Rugged electronics for 24 VDC applications
Color dash display showing rudder command and rudder position
The display provides system setup interface
OPTIMUS 360 JOYSTICK FOR OUTBOARD APPLICATIONS
Optimus 360 is designed for low-speed maneuvering, and excels best in the marina, when pulling in and out of your slip, or when docking. Intelligent programming minimizes the amount of shifting required to complete a maneuver.
An intuitive joystick control system
Steering/shift/throttle control system is engineered for powerboats with electronic shift and throttle engines, allowing you to use the existing electronic controls
Connects to the existing control head with closed-loop processing, providing a very seamless integration
Available as a retrofit or for new engine installation
KEEP CONTROL IN HAND WITH TRIM TABS
Optimus Adaptive Trim Tabs are designed to make trim adjustment second nature to operators of all types of boats. The heart of this system is an intuitive dial controller that lets boaters easily "dial in" the optimal ride for any situation. All the operator needs to do is turn the dial in the desired direction to level the boat, and the electric actuators respond quickly and precisely to level the ride. Easy-to-see LED lights on the controller indicate port and starboard tab positions, with an ambient light sensor that automatically adjusts brightness for optimal visibility in any environment.
OPTIMUS ADAPTIVE TRIM TABS
Dometic Optimus Adaptive Trim Tabs are there to ensure reliability and comfort while standing up to the rigors of life on the water. With hole shot mode enabled, the tabs fully extend at takeoff to efficiently get the boat on plane. Tabs move to favorite position once the set RPM or speed is achieved for an optimal ride performance.
Increase fuel efficiency by adjusting your ride to the optimal running angle
Improve comfort by adjusting running angle based on weather conditions
Increased safety based on sea state
Increase visibility by adjusting the bow down
Navigate your boat handling like a professional, no matter the conditions