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[DG11] EVo auto pilot pump - Tony T - 07-03-19 07:04 AM
Good morning sir .... Please settle an argument ! Can too large an auto pilot hydraulic pump cause problems .. It is agreed that too small a pump can be an issue, is the same true about over sizing the pump ??? thanks in advance Tony t
RE: [DG11] EVo auto pilot pump - Derek - Raymarine - Moderator - 07-09-19 11:03 AM
Hi Tony,
Thanks for the enquiry.
The answer is yes, too large a hydraulic pump - meaning a pump that outputs too high a flow rate - will move the steering cylinder too quickly and this will lead to rapid rudder movements, oversteering and poor autopilot performance.
This FAQ found here may also help too.
regards
Derek