SeaStar SSC6216 16-Foot Quick Connect Rotary Steering Cable, Replaces SSC61xx

The SeaStar SSC6216 is a 16-foot Quick Connect rotary steering cable built for single-station boats using a standard rotary steering system. It uses a simple rotary Quick Connect snap-in connection at the helm end for fast, straightforward installation without special tools. The cable is engineered with a tightly controlled core-to-conduit fit that delivers precise, consistent steering feel, while stainless steel output ends provide corrosion resistance and long-term durability at the connection points. A trapped nut on the cable end stays in place during routing, which makes running the cable through the boat easier and reduces the chance of losing hardware mid-install. The outer jacket is constructed from HDPE (high density polyethylene), a material chosen for its abrasion resistance and high resistance to water penetration in a marine environment.

The SSC6216 is designed as a replacement for the original steering cable as installed by the boat manufacturer and is intended for single-station applications only. It is compatible with a range of SeaStar rotary helms and, with the appropriate adapter, with older Safe-T and Big-T style helms. The cable meets ABYC, ISO, IMCI, and NMMA standards, and is made, designed, and assembled in the USA.

Specifications

• Brand: SeaStar
• Manufacturer Part Number: SSC6216
• Product Type: Rotary Quick Connect steering cable
• Length: 16 feet
• Connector Type: Rotary Quick Connect
• Cable Output Ends: Stainless steel
• Outer Jacket Material: HDPE (high density polyethylene)
• Color: Black
• Weight: 8.64 pounds
• Recommended Use: Single-station boats
• Certifications: Meets ABYC, ISO, IMCI, and NMMA standards
• Country of Origin: Made, designed, and assembled in the USA
• UPC: 731957022097

Fitment

• Direct fit for SH5150P, SH4910P, SH4920P, SH5094-1P, SH91190P, SH91526P, SH91527P, and SH91523-1P helms
• With SA27620P adapter: fits Old Safe-T helms (SH5023P, SH5075P, SH91075P, SH91077P) and Big-T helms (SH5000P, SH91525P)
• For single-station boats only

Replaces (OEM)

• SSC61xx series steering cables

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SeaStar SSC6216 steering cable used for? The SSC6216 is a 16-foot rotary Quick Connect steering cable used to connect a boat's helm to the outboard engine or sterndrive in a single-station rotary steering system, replacing the original cable installed by the boat manufacturer.

How long is the SSC6216 cable? This SeaStar cable measures 16 feet in length, which corresponds to the '16' in the SSC6216 part number.

Does the SSC6216 fit multiple helms? Yes, the SSC6216 directly fits SeaStar rotary helms SH5150P, SH4910P, SH4920P, SH5094-1P, SH91190P, SH91526P, SH91527P, and SH91523-1P.

Can this cable be used with older Safe-T or Big-T helms? With the SA27620P adapter, the SSC6216 also fits Old Safe-T helms (SH5023P, SH5075P, SH91075P, SH91077P) and Big-T helms (SH5000P, SH91525P).

Is the SSC6216 a direct replacement for SSC61xx cables? Yes, SSC61xx series steering cables are directly replaced by the SSC62xx cable line, which includes the SSC6216.

What material is the SSC6216 cable made from? The SSC6216 has an outer jacket made of HDPE (high density polyethylene) for abrasion and water resistance, with stainless steel construction at the cable output ends for corrosion resistance.

Can the SSC6216 be used on a dual-station or twin-engine boat? No, the SSC6216 is designed for single-station boats only and is not intended for dual-station or twin-cable applications.

How does the Quick Connect installation work on the SSC6216? Installation uses a rotary Quick Connect snap-in connection at the helm, allowing the SSC6216 to be installed without disassembling the helm unit.

How much does the SSC6216 steering cable weigh? The SSC6216 weighs 8.64 pounds.

What standards does the SSC6216 meet? The SSC6216 meets ABYC, ISO, IMCI, and NMMA standards for marine steering cables.

Is the SSC6216 genuine SeaStar or aftermarket? The SSC6216 is a genuine SeaStar steering cable, made, designed, and assembled in the USA.

What color is the SSC6216 cable? The SSC6216 is black.