With the 100 series pedestal Jefa Steering introduces a
new style in classic pedestal design. The traditional "wine
glass" shape is combined with modern lines into a beautiful
pedestal design. The important accessories like the guardrail and the
compass binnacle* are integrated into the concept. Due to this innovative
design no mountings bolts are visible on any part of the exterior of the
pedestal. The
integrated compass offers easy and clear readings without the need of a separate
binnacle. The 32 mm diameter stainless steel 316 guardrail is firmly
attached to the pedestal head offering the best protection
for the compass and pedestal combined with a strong support when moving
around in the cockpit. The integrated powerful and
progressive friction brake can be operated without putting one's hand through
the wheel.
The 100 series pedestal concept has big advantages over existing similar
concepts:
- All pedestal parts are machined from seawater resistant solid
Aluminium 6082. As this material is also used for rudder shafts, it
will not corrode, even when it's exposed by a surface damage. No
casted aluminium parts are used in this pedestal.
- The robust powder coated aluminium base has no mounting holes for
pedestal bolts as these are integrated in the pedestal deck flange.
This avoids multiple weak points for damage with the accompanying
corrosion and possible leaking.
- The input socket has no exterior mounting bolts for a stylish look
and avoiding multiple potential corrosion and damage points.
- The robust guardrail is mounted directly to the pedestal head
avoiding a top plate with mounting bolts with potential corrosion
points.
- The compass binnacle is integrated in the pedestal design avoiding
a set of mounting bolts with potential corrosion.
- The steering shaft is sealed by the Jefa developed PUR seal.
Normal industry seals use steel reinforcement rings in the rubber
housing. As the standard industry rubber will start to crack due to
the UV in the sunlight, the steel rings will corrode and destroy the
seal letting water in the steering shaft bearings with disastrous
effects. The PUR seal will guarantee an life long sealing.
The 100 series pedestal is available as WP100 for wire steering, RP100
for rack and pinion steering and TS100 for transmission steering. All pedestals are CE approved.
Please click on the pictures for a
larger view.
Brake spinner is not included and should be ordered
separately.
* the displayed compasses, engine controls and
instrument pods are
optional
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