SeaStar SS13220 NFB Safe-T II Rotary Steering Kit, 20 Foot Cable, No Feedback Boat Steering System
The SeaStar SS13220 is a complete No FeedBack (NFB) Safe-T II rotary steering kit built around a 20 foot cable, designed to eliminate engine flutter and steering wheel kickback that can occur with standard steering systems. The patented No FeedBack steering mechanism isolates the helm from vibration and torque feedback transmitted through the outboard or sterndrive, giving the operator a smoother, more predictable wheel feel. Response is quick, with only three turns lock-to-lock, and clutch free play is kept to a minimum for tight, direct control at the helm.
Because it uses the Safe-T II mounting configuration, the SS13220 installs without dash modifications, making it a straightforward upgrade path for boats already set up for standard Safe-T steering. The kit is supplied as a complete system rather than a cable alone: it includes the NFB Safe-T II helm, the quick-connect (QC) steering cable, a 90 degree rotary NFB bezel, and the mounting hardware needed to complete the installation. The helm and bezel are finished in black alloy steel construction, and the cable terminates in stainless steel output ends for corrosion resistance at the connection points. This configuration is intended for single cable steering only and accommodates steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter.
Specifications
- Brand: SeaStar
- Manufacturer Part Number: SS13220
- Cable Length: 20 feet
- Steering Type: No FeedBack (NFB) rotary steering
- Wheel Compatibility: Up to 16 inches diameter
- Cable Configuration: Single cable only
- Turns Lock-to-Lock: 3 turns
- Material: Alloy steel
- Color: Black
- Weight: 17.62 pounds
- Included Components: Steering cable, helm, 90 degree bezel, mounting hardware
- Helm Model: SH5150P
- Cable Model: SSC62XX
- Bezel Model: SB27150P (Rotary NFB Bezel, 90 degree)
- OEM Equivalent Part Number: TELSS13220
- UPC: 731957092502
Fitment
Universal single-cable boat steering application for wheels up to 16 inches in diameter; not compatible with dual-cable steering configurations.
Replaces (OEM)
TELSS13220
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NFB mean on the SeaStar SS13220 steering kit? NFB stands for No FeedBack, the patented steering mechanism used in the SS13220 that isolates the helm from engine vibration and torque, preventing the wheel from kicking back or fluttering during operation.
How long is the steering cable included with the SS13220? The SS13220 kit is built around a 20 foot steering cable, matching the QC cable designation SSC62XX included in the kit.
Is TELSS13220 the same part as the SeaStar SS13220? Yes, TELSS13220 is the OEM equivalent part number for the SeaStar SS13220 NFB Safe-T II steering kit, so the two designations refer to the same product.
What is included in the box with the SS13220 kit? The SS13220 ships as a complete system: the NFB Safe-T II helm (SH5150P), the 20 foot QC steering cable (SSC62XX), a 90 degree rotary NFB bezel (SB27150P), and the mounting hardware needed for installation.
Does the SS13220 require dash modifications to install? No, the SS13220 uses the Safe-T II mounting configuration and installs without dash modifications, making it suited to boats already fitted for standard Safe-T steering.
What size steering wheel works with the SS13220? The SS13220 NFB Safe-T II system accepts steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter.
Can the SS13220 be used with dual-cable steering? No, the SS13220 NFB Safe-T II kit is available in single cable configuration only and is not designed for dual-cable steering setups.
How many turns lock-to-lock does the SS13220 steering system have? The SS13220 provides quick response steering with three turns lock-to-lock and minimal clutch free play.
What material is the SS13220 steering kit made from? The helm and bezel components of the SS13220 are constructed of black alloy steel, with stainless steel cable output ends.
How much does the SeaStar SS13220 steering kit weigh? The complete SeaStar SS13220 NFB Safe-T II steering kit weighs 17.62 pounds.
How is the SS13220 different from a standard Safe-T steering cable? Unlike a standard Safe-T cable, the SS13220 uses the patented No FeedBack mechanism to reduce engine flutter and wheel kickback while still fitting the same Safe-T II mounting arrangement without dash changes.