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Mechanical Steering with Tilt – What Are the Benefits?

Mechanical Steering with Tilt – What Are the Benefits?

7 April 2025

The benefits of upgrading your helm to include tilt are straight forward:

·       Enhanced control and ability to navigate

o   Improved visibility because you can adjust your line of sight

o   Better maneuverability because you have more control, especially in tight spaces

·       Reduced Fatigue and Increased Comfort

o   Allows you to find your optimal position / preferred ergonomic angle which reduces physical strain

o   Gives more options to sit or stand and to change between for optimal comfort during your day on the water

·       Greater Safety and Accessibility

o   Each driver can adjust to have easier access to controls, navigation systems and radio equipment

o   Improved visibility makes everything safer

Multiflex Australia has two options for mechanical steering helms with tilt –

TH1 – Planetary 150 Steering Helm with tilt mechanism

Key Features:

·       Built in friction mechanism to reduce torque

·       Tilt range from 0° to 48° with five locking positions

·       Made of high-quality corrosion resistant material

·       Uses similar mounting footprint to competitors

·       Light weight and robust design

·       Stainless Steel AISI 376L shaft

TH1N – Non-Reaction Planetary 150 Steering Helm with tilt mechanism

Key Features

·       Tilt range from 0° to 48° with five locking positions

·       Made of high-quality corrosion resistant material

·       Uses similar mounting footprint to competitors

·       Light weight and robust design

·       Stainless Steel AISI 376L shaft

Both these helms are:

·       Suitable for use on power boats with engines up to 150hp and power assisted stern drive vessels with a maximum wheel diameter of 16”

·       For use on single station only

For more data on these items click here.

Multiflex Australia are always available for questions via:

[email protected]

www.multiflexaustralia.com.au

About the Author:Multiflex Australia
About: **Author:** Multiflex Australia **About:** Multiflex Australia is the exclusive Australian and New Zealand distributor of Multiflex mechanical control systems, steering solutions, control cables and motion control components for the marine and industrial sectors. Backed by decades of engineering and manufacturing expertise, Multiflex Australia works closely with OEMs, boat builders, dealers, distributors and industrial manufacturers to deliver reliable, high-performance control solutions supported by local technical knowledge and responsive customer service. As the manufacturing and distribution arm of the business, and sister company to Industrial & Cable Group, Multiflex Australia combines global manufacturing capability with local industry experience to support customers across Australia and New Zealand. The team has extensive knowledge of mechanical control systems, gained through years of designing, manufacturing, specifying and supporting products in demanding real-world applications. The articles published by Multiflex Australia are written by industry professionals who understand the practical challenges faced by engineers, equipment manufacturers and service technicians. Rather than simply describing products, they are designed to provide practical guidance, technical insights and proven solutions that help customers specify the right components, improve reliability and maximise equipment performance. Whether supporting the marine industry with steering and engine control systems or supplying industrial control cables for mining, agriculture, construction, transport, emergency services and specialist machinery, Multiflex Australia's commitment remains the same: delivering trusted motion control solutions backed by genuine technical expertise.

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