Description
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The ONWA NMEA 2000 2-Meter (6.5 ft) Drop Cable connects displays, GPS antennas, heading compasses, VHF radios, and autopilot computers directly to nearby backbone T-connectors. Featuring high-flex tinned copper conductors, complete foil shielding, and factory-molded IP68 Micro-C connectors, it delivers high-speed, noise-free CAN-bus telemetry across yacht and commercial vessel helms. Available from Seanav Marine, Dubai Maritime City.
Technical Overview & Marine Operational Capabilities
The ONWA NMEA 2000 2-Meter Drop Cable represents ONWA Marine Electronics’ advanced engineering for commercial fishing, workboat, merchant marine, and offshore yacht operations. Designed to operate continuously under harsh saltwater environmental exposure, vibration, and thermal fluctuations, this equipment integrates precision acoustic, RF, or digital telemetry circuitry providing outstanding reliability.
Supplied and supported throughout the Middle East, Arabian Gulf, and Red Sea by Seanav Marine (headquartered at Dubai Maritime City, UAE), every unit is backed by an authentic factory warranty, comprehensive technical documentation, immediate regional inventory availability, and certified marine electronics field commissioning.
Key Features & System Advantages
- Certified Marine Durability: Engineered in full compliance with IEC 60945 and international marine environmental standards for vibration resistance, thermal shock, and IP ingress protection.
- Universal Network Interoperability: Standard NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 Micro-C protocols ensure plug-and-play communication with bridge MFDs, GPS sensors, autopilots, and Voyage Data Recorders.
- Signal Precision & Low Noise: Advanced digital filtering eliminates acoustic or RF interference from onboard generators, inverters, and vessel communications.
- Low Total Cost of Ownership: Designed for continuous commercial operation with high mean time between failures (MTBF), low power consumption, and easily accessible spare parts.
- Dubai Maritime City Certified Support: Full local warranty, bench calibration, spare parts availability, and 24/7 attendance across UAE and GCC ports.
Technical Specifications
Vessel Suitability & Marine Applications
- Commercial Fishing Fleets: Trawlers, purse seiners, longliners, and coastal fishing boats requiring dependable depth sounding, gear tracking, and navigation.
- Offshore Support & Workboats: Crew boats (CTV), harbor tugs, pilot launches, and supply vessels operating in high-traffic offshore fields.
- Merchant & Cargo Ships: Auxiliary navigation displays, secondary depth sensors, bridge data distribution, and monitoring telemetry.
- Private Yachts & Cruisers: Helm modernization, chartplotter expansion, AIS tracking, and radar security upgrades.
Standard Package & Included Accessories
- ONWA 2-Meter NMEA 2000 Drop Cable Assembly
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Expert Insights
Q: What is the primary application for the 2-meter NMEA 2000 cable?
A: It is the standard drop cable used to connect helm chartplotters, GPS antennas, AIS units, and depth sounders to the backbone T-connector cluster behind the console.
Q: What connectors are fitted on the cable?
A: It features a factory-molded 5-pin Micro-C Male connector on one end and a Micro-C Female connector on the opposite end.
Q: Is the cable jacket resistant to harsh marine environments?
A: Yes. The outer jacket is made from marine-grade polyurethane (PUR) resistant to ultraviolet radiation, diesel fuel, engine oil, and salt spray.
Q: Is this cable compatible with Raymarine SeaTalkng or Simrad networks?
A: Yes. It is fully compatible with standard DeviceNet / NMEA 2000 Micro-C ports, and connects to SeaTalkng or SimNet networks using standard adapter pigtails.
Q: Does the cable prevent electromagnetic interference?
A: Yes. 100% foil shielding and a dedicated drain wire isolate the digital CAN data pairs from engine room ignition noise and marine VHF transmission.
Q: Where can I purchase genuine ONWA NMEA 2000 cables in the UAE?
A: Genuine ONWA cables with warranty are stocked and supplied directly by Seanav Marine, Dubai Maritime City.
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Technical Specifications & Operational Standards
Review certified engineering parameters, electrical inputs, data protocols, and Class compliance standards for this unit:
| OEM Brand / Manufacturer | Onwa Marine |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | ONWA-N2K-CABLE-2M |
| Equipment Classification | Commercial Marine Navigation & Communication Spares |
| Operating Conditions | -15°C to +55°C Industrial Marine Deck / Wheelhouse Environment |
| Quality Standard | OEM Marine Grade, Factory Bench Verified Ahead of Dispatch |
| Stock & Port Logistics | Ready Stock for Immediate Vessel Supply across Mumbai, JNPT, Kandla, Cochin, Chennai & Visakhapatnam |
| In-the-Box Documentation | OEM Certificate of Conformance, Wiring Schematics, Installation & Operating Manual |
Seanav Marine maintains bonded warehouse spare parts inventory and factory-trained technical riding squads across all major Indian ports. Immediate dispatch available to vessel agents, ship chandlers, and technical managers at Mumbai, JNPT (Nhava Sheva), Kandla, Mundra, Cochin, Chennai, and Visakhapatnam (view all 400+ ports →).
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Manufacturer documentation and compatibility
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