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Replacing Your Boat's Electrical System
The electrical system on a boat is crucial for the operation of all manner of valuable and critical equipment, yet a simple failure or weakness can render these systems inoperable. In older boats, fatigued or damaged wiring can be problematic or even terminal, so Mike Westin shows how to replace a boat's electrical system to ensure fault-free service.
This book is a visual, hand-holding guide, concentrating on all the important details as it explains each procedure rather than focusing on the theory (which is relegated to an appendix for those who wish to go further).
Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair
For over 15 years, "Marine Diesel Engines" has been the go-to guide for boat owners who prefer to take matters into their own hands. The author, Nigel Calder, has updated the book with the latest information on fuel injection systems, electronic engine controls, and other new diesel technologies. With this updated version, you will have all the necessary knowledge to keep your diesel engine running smoothly and efficiently. Marine Diesel Engines explains how to:
- Diagnose and repair engine problems.
- Perform routine and annual maintenance.
- Extend the life and improve the efficiency of your engine.
PICAN-M - NMEA 0183 & NMEA 2000 HAT For Raspberry Pi
The PICAN-M (M = Marine) is a Raspberry Pi HAT with NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 connections. The NMEA 0183 (RS422) port is accessible via a 5-way screw terminal. The NMEA 2000 port is accessible via a Micro-C connector.
The board comes with a 3A SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supply), which allows the Raspberry Pi plus HAT to be powered from an onboard power source (12 VDC).
Marine Electrical and Electronics Bible: A Practical Handbook for Cruising Sailors
The Marine Electrical and Electronics Bible is a helpful resource for cruising yacht owners who may not have a technical background. It offers practical advice and troubleshooting tips in an easy-to-access format. The author draws from their professional marine electrical background, as well as personal cruising experiences and conversations with fellow sailors, to provide a wealth of knowledge and insights. The book is light on theory and heavy on practical advice to make it accessible to a wide range of readers.
The Marine Electrical section covers battery technology, renewable energy systems, and marine diesel engines. The Marine Electrical section covers battery technology, renewable energy systems, and marine diesel engines.
The 12 Volt Bible for Boats
"The 12 Volt Bible" is an all-inclusive guidebook introducing the 12-volt electrical systems utilized on small boats to power various devices such as reading lights and bilge pumps.
The book is written in simple language for boaters who don't possess advanced electrical skills. It explains how these systems work and how to maintain them in good condition, identify an electrical issue, and troubleshoot it.
Each chapter covers boat electrics, from theory to troubleshooting, including circuits, batteries, wiring, controls, transducers, battery charging, and more.
Arduino-Compatible NMEA 2000 Simulator
The NMEA 2000 simulator uses the Teensy 4.0 module (included in the scope of delivery). It is helpful for testing NMEA 2000 devices on the bench. Six PGNs are adjustable via potentiometers and two per onboard switches. We also provide open-source firmware, which allows adding and modifying NMEA 2000 PGNs.
NMEA 2000 is a marine networking standard designed and managed by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), an association of marine electronics manufacturers, dealers, and technicians.
Embedded Systems for NMEA 2000 Support Marine Applications
Copperhill Technologies offers Arduino-Compatible NMEA 2000 development boards and an NMEA 0183/NMEA 2000 HAT for the Raspberry Pi, ideal for marine applications such as OpenCPN, OpenPlotter, Signal K, and CANBoat. Experience cutting-edge technology with our NMEA 2000 development and prototyping boards, specially crafted for marine applications. These boards are game changers, allowing you to develop and [...]
Extending ESP32 Functionality by Using Raspberry Pi HATs
The ESP32 processor integrates peripherals such as UART, CAN Bus, WIFI, and Bluetooth, allowing a wide range of applications. Its low price adds to its popularity. Various ESP32 development boards, such as the ESP32-WROOM-32, are available in the market, as shown to the left. However, compared to popular systems like the Raspberry Pi or Arduino, the [...]
Testing NMEA 0183 For The PICAN-M - NMEA 0183 & NMEA 2000 HAT For Raspberry Pi
PICAN-M - NMEA 0183 & NMEA 2000 HAT For Raspberry Pi Our PICAN-M (M = Marine) is a Raspberry Pi HAT with NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 connection. The NMEA 0183 (RS422) port is accessible via a 5-way screw terminal. The NMEA 2000 port is accessible via a Micro-C connector. The board comes with a 3A SMPS (Switch [...]
NMEA 2000 Powered Computer System With Raspberry Pi 4, NMEA 2000 HAT, Pre-Installed OpenPlotter And Signal K
Copperhill Technologies offers various NMEA 2000 compatible embedded systems, including HATs for the Raspberry Pi and the Arduino-compatible line of Teensy modules. The NMEA 2000 standard defines a low-cost, modest capacity, bi-directional, multi-transmitter, multi-receiver instrument network. The hardware layer utilizes the CAN (Controller Area Network) technology. Typical data on an NMEA 2000 network include: Position latitude and longitude GPS [...]
How To Build A GPS To USB Interface, Including A Real-Time Clock, Within Minutes
Well, yes, it takes literally only minutes to assemble and test a GPS sensor plus real-time clock through the USB port on your computer, and that computer can be a Windows PC, Mac, any Linux system such as the Raspberry Pi, or even an Android system. All it takes is having the right components and [...]