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Replacement 102 Admiral Series Helm - 35cc/rev

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SKU: 102N8
Regular price £854.95 GBP inc. VAT
This product is available for preorder. The approximate shipping time for this product is 10 days from time of customer order.

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Hydrive 102 helm with N8 elbow compression fittings for 3/8″ nylon tubing, providing 35cc of hydraulic fluid per revolution of the steering wheel. This larger capacity makes the 102 helm suitable for larger Hydrive steering cylinders and specialist craft requiring reduced wheel turns lock to lock. 

Engineered for precision control and commercial-grade durability, the Hydrive 102N8 is a premium in-dash hydraulic steering helm designed for high-performance marine steering applications. Built with marine-grade materials to withstand harsh saltwater environments, the 102N8 delivers smooth, effortless helm response while maintaining direct tactical feedback for the skipper.

Key Features & Specifications

  • Displacement: 35cc per revolution for optimal balance between turn count and wheel effort with larger diameter HyDrive cylinders

  • Maximum Operating Pressure: 1000 PSI (70 bar) rated continuous pressure

  • In-Dash Mounting: Ultra-compact footprint fits standard dashboard cut-outs with minimal rear clearance required

  • Body Construction: Precision CNC-machined marine-grade aluminium housing with anodic protection

  • Integrated Lock-Valve: Internal non-return valves prevent feedback from engine torque to the steering wheel

  • Shaft Specifications: Standard 3/4" tapered stainless steel shaft fits universal marine steering wheels

  • Porting: 9/16"-24 UNEF (ORB) threaded ports for leak-free, high-pressure hose fittings

The HyDrive 102 Helm Difference

  • Zero-Torque Feedback Technology: Built-in dual non-return valves isolate the helm from rudder and propeller torque, eliminating driver fatigue during extended passage-making or high-speed manoeuvres.

  • Commercial-Grade Shaft Seals: Features replaceable dual-lip Viton shaft seals with high dust-exclusion wipers, prevent premature fluid contamination and shaft corrosion.

  • Precision Smooth-Bore Pistons: Axial piston design utilizes hardened steel swash plates and micro-honed cylinders to deliver ultra-low friction steering effort even under peak loads.

  • Built-in Pressure Relief: Factory-set internal safety relief valves safeguard hydraulic lines and cylinders against thermal expansion and severe water-impact spikes.

Box Contents

  • 1x HyDrive 102 Helm
  • 4x Mounting Nuts and Washers
  • 2x N8 Elbows for connecting to HyDrive N8 nylon hose or MSH-5 flex hose O-ring female fittings
  • 1x Steering Wheel Fitting Kit
  • 1x Thread lock
  • 1x Bleeding Adapter

Ideal Applications

  • Hydrive systems using larger diameter steering cylinders
  • Specialist craft requiring reduced turns lock-to-lock

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Please Note

This item is suitable as a replacement part for HyDrive hydraulic steering systems only. If you don't have a HyDrive steering system please do not buy this item. HyDrive Ultra-15 steering fluid must be used - other brands of hydraulic oil will invalidate the HyDrive warranty.

  • Type Steering & Controls
  • Vendor HyDrive
  • SKU 102N8

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