Seanav Marine

ONWA K-Astral Series Multi-Touch MFD Chartplotter (8″ / 12″)

$850.00

The ONWA K-Astral Series (available in 8-inch K-Astral 8 and 12.1-inch K-Astral 12) is ONWA’s flagship touchscreen Multi-Function Display (MFD), integrating a 1000-nit sunlight-readable display with wet-finger capacitive touch, next-generation digital CHIRP echo sounder module, built-in Class B+ 5W SOTDMA AIS transponder option, solid-state radar interface, and full compatibility with C-MAP DISCOVER X and REVEAL X high-resolution cartography. Designed for demanding offshore fishing vessels, commercial workboats, and luxury yachts, the system conforms to IEC 60945 environmental standards and provides dual NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 Micro-C connectivity. Supplied, configured, and backed by Seanav Marine, Dubai Maritime City.

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Description

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The ONWA K-Astral Series (available in 8-inch K-Astral 8 and 12.1-inch K-Astral 12) is ONWA’s flagship touchscreen Multi-Function Display (MFD), integrating a 1000-nit sunlight-readable display with wet-finger capacitive touch, next-generation digital CHIRP echo sounder module, built-in Class B+ 5W SOTDMA AIS transponder option, solid-state radar interface, and full compatibility with C-MAP DISCOVER X and REVEAL X high-resolution cartography. Designed for demanding offshore fishing vessels, commercial workboats, and luxury yachts, the system conforms to IEC 60945 environmental standards and provides dual NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 Micro-C connectivity. Supplied, configured, and backed by Seanav Marine, Dubai Maritime City.

Technical Overview & Marine Operational Capabilities

The ONWA K-Astral Series Multi-Touch MFD Chartplotter (8″ / 12″) 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

Display Options 8.0″ (K-Astral 8) / 12.1″ (K-Astral 12) Color TFT Sunlight Viewable (1000 nits)
Touch Interface Capacitive Multi-Touch with Wet-Finger Tracking & Palm Rejection
Resolution 800 x 600 (8″) / 1024 x 768 (12″) High Definition
Cartography Compatibility C-MAP MAX, C-MAP DISCOVER X, REVEAL X, Navionics+, K-Chart 2.0 / 3.0
Built-in Sonar Next-Gen Digital CHIRP / 50/200kHz (C & X models)
Built-in AIS Class B+ SOTDMA 5W High-Speed AIS Transponder (A & X models)
Radar Support Direct interface with ONWA Pulse Compression and Radome Scanners
Connectivity NMEA 0183 (x2), NMEA 2000 Micro-C, USB, HDMI output, MicroSD dual slots
Waterproofing IPX6 front display and rugged marine alloy chassis
Operating Voltage 10.5 to 31.2 V DC with reverse polarity protection

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 K-Astral MFD Display Unit (8″ or 12″)
  • Mounting Bracket with Knobs and Flush Mount Kit
  • Protective Sun Cover
  • Heavy-Duty Power/Data Cable with In-line Fuse
  • GPS/GNSS Antenna (KA-07 / KA-09)
  • Comprehensive Operator Manual & Installation Template

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Expert Insights

Q: What display sizes and resolutions are available in the ONWA K-Astral Series?

A: The K-Astral is available in an 8.0-inch (800×600 pixels) and a 12.1-inch (1024×768 pixels) sunlight-viewable color TFT display delivering 1000 nits brightness with multi-touch capacitive glass engineered to track wet fingers and reject accidental palm touches.

Q: What electronic nautical charts are compatible with the ONWA K-Astral MFD?

A: K-Astral supports C-MAP DISCOVER X, C-MAP REVEAL X, C-MAP MAX, Navionics+, and ONWA’s proprietary K-Chart 2.0 and K-Chart 3.0 vector cartography loaded via dual front-facing MicroSD card slots.

Q: Can the K-Astral MFD display both CHIRP sonar and radar simultaneously?

A: Yes. Models designated with the ‘X’ suffix (K-Astral 8X and K-Astral 12X) incorporate both internal CHIRP fishfinding hardware and radar processing, allowing split-screen chart, radar overlay, and multi-spectrum sonar views simultaneously.

Q: What is the transmission power of the built-in AIS transponder on K-Astral 8A and 12A?

A: K-Astral ‘A’ and ‘X’ models integrate an internal 5W Class B+ SOTDMA (Self-Organizing Time Division Multiple Access) AIS transponder, offering higher RF transmission power and faster reporting rates than conventional 2W Class B CSTDMA units.

Q: Does the K-Astral connect to existing vessel NMEA 2000 CAN bus networks?

A: Yes. The unit features a certified NMEA 2000 Micro-C port plus dual optically isolated NMEA 0183 ports, enabling full telemetry exchange with GPS compasses, engine gateways, wind anemometers, and autopilots.

Q: Where can I purchase the ONWA K-Astral MFD with local warranty in Dubai?

A: Seanav Marine is an authorized distributor stocking the ONWA K-Astral series at Dubai Maritime City (DMC), offering regional warranty, bench testing, on-vessel commissioning, and express courier dispatch across the UAE and GCC.

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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 / ManufacturerOnwa Marine
Model / Part NumberONWA-KASTRAL-MFD
Equipment ClassificationMarine Multi-Function Display (MFD) & GPS Chartplotter
Display ScreenSunlight-Viewable Color TFT LCD (High Contrast Multi-Color)
Power Supply Input10.5 to 35 V DC (Reverse Polarity & Overvoltage Protected)
Integrated SensorsInternal 72-Channel GNSS/GPS Receiver + Dual-Frequency Echo Sounder Support
Data InterfacesNMEA 0183 (2 Inputs / 2 Outputs), NMEA 2000, RS-232, HDMI Output
Ingress ProtectionIPX6 Waterproof Front Display Enclosure
Stock & Port LogisticsReady Stock for Immediate Vessel Supply across Mumbai, JNPT, Kandla, Cochin, Chennai & Visakhapatnam
In-the-Box DocumentationOEM Certificate of Conformance, Wiring Schematics, Installation & Operating Manual
B2B Marine Procurement & Same-Day Port Dispatch

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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