SeaStar No FeedBack Rotary Steering Kit SS14718, 18' Single Cable, Boats up to 24'
SeaStar No FeedBack Rotary Steering Kit SS14718, 18' Single Cable, Boats up to 24'
The SeaStar SS14718 is a No FeedBack (NFB) rotary steering kit built to eliminate the steering-wheel kickback and torque feedback that standard rotary systems transmit back through the wheel. The NFB mechanism locks out steering loads at the helm, so the wheel stays smooth and easy to turn even when the drive is pushing hard against it. This kit uses a single steering cable with a comfort rating of 4.2 turns from lock to lock, giving the helmsman a responsive but not twitchy feel at the wheel.
The helm has a cast finish and incorporates the No FeedBack feature directly in its construction. A collet and hitch pin secure the quick-connect (QC) cable to the helm for a solid, serviceable connection, and a single bolt holds the spent travel tube in place. The system terminates in stainless steel cable output ends and mates to a standard 3/4 inch tapered steering shaft, matching common helm and dash setups. The kit includes the bezel, the helm with its 3/4 inch tapered shaft, and the cable assembly with stainless steel output ends, and it is built to meet NMMA and ABYC marine steering standards.
This SS14718 kit is sized for the 18 foot cable length and is recommended for boats up to 24 feet in length with steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter. It is intended for single-station, mechanical (non-power-assisted) applications and is not designed for dual station, power-assisted, or autopilot setups.
Specifications
- Brand: SeaStar
- Manufacturer Part Number: SS14718
- Product Type: No FeedBack Rotary Steering Kit
- Cable Length: 18 feet
- Cable Configuration: Single Cable
- Turns Lock to Lock: 4.2 turns
- Steering Shaft: 3/4 inch tapered
- Cable Output Ends Material: Stainless Steel
- Helm Finish: Cast finish with No FeedBack feature
- Recommended Boat Length: Up to 24 feet
- Recommended Wheel Diameter: Up to 16 inches
- Weight: 17.98 pounds
- Standards Compliance: NMMA and ABYC
- Warranty: Two-year warranty
- Included Components: Bezel, helm with 3/4 inch tapered shaft, cable with stainless steel output ends
- OEM Equivalent Part Number: TELSS14718
Fitment
Recommended for boats up to 24 feet in length with steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter, using a 3/4 inch tapered steering shaft. Intended for single-station mechanical steering only, not for dual station, power-assisted, or autopilot applications.
Replaces (OEM)
TELSS14718
Frequently Asked Questions
What does No FeedBack (NFB) steering mean on the SS14718 kit? It means the SeaStar SS14718 locks out the steering loads that a standard rotary system pushes back through the wheel, so the helm stays smooth and easy to turn instead of fighting your hands.
How long is the steering cable in this kit? The SS14718 kit uses an 18 foot single steering cable with stainless steel output ends.
How many turns lock to lock does the SS14718 helm have? 4.2 turns from lock to lock, which SeaStar rates as a comfort steering feel for the SS14718 system.
What size boats is the SS14718 kit designed for? It is recommended for boats up to 24 feet in length with steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter.
What steering shaft size does this kit use? The SeaStar SS14718 helm has a standard 3/4 inch tapered steering shaft.
Can the SS14718 be used with a power-assisted or dual-station setup? No. This No FeedBack system is not intended for dual station, power-assisted, or autopilot applications.
Is the SS14718 suitable for high-speed boats? For boats with top speeds faster than 50 mph, a dual cable or hydraulic steering system is recommended instead of this single-cable SS14718 kit.
What is included in the SS14718 steering kit? The kit includes the bezel, the helm with its 3/4 inch tapered shaft, and the cable assembly with stainless steel output ends.
How is the cable connected to the helm on the SS14718? A collet and hitch pin secure the quick-connect cable to the helm, and a single bolt holds the spent travel tube in place.
What is the OEM equivalent part number for the SS14718? TELSS14718 is the OEM equivalent number associated with the SeaStar SS14718 steering kit.
How much does the SS14718 steering kit weigh? The SeaStar SS14718 weighs 17.98 pounds.
Does the SS14718 meet marine steering standards? Yes, the SeaStar SS14718 system meets NMMA and ABYC standards and is backed by a two-year warranty.