SeaStar SSC6217 17-Foot Quick Connect Rotary Steering Cable

The SeaStar SSC6217 is a 17-foot quick connect rotary steering cable built for single-station boats. It uses a simple rotary quick connect snap-in connection, so installation is fast and does not require special tools. The cable's outer jacket is made from HDPE (high-density polyethylene), a material chosen for its resistance to abrasion and water penetration, while the cable output end is constructed of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long-term durability. A trapped nut on the cable end holds it in place during routing, making installation easier and more secure. The core-to-conduit fit is tightly controlled to deliver precise, consistent steering feel. The SSC6217 is designed as a direct-fit replacement cable for a range of SeaStar helms, and with the SA27620P adapter it can also be used to update older Safe-T and Big-T helm systems. It is intended only as a replacement for the original steering system as installed by the boat manufacturer. The cable is made, designed, and assembled in the USA and meets or exceeds ABYC, ISO, IMCI, and NMMA marine steering standards. It is backed by a two-year recreational user warranty against manufacturer defects.

Specifications

• Brand: SeaStar
• Manufacturer Part Number: SSC6217
• Cable Type: Rotary Steering Cable
• Connector Type: Quick Connect
• Length: 17 feet
• Recommended Use: Single-station boats
• Connector Gender: Male-to-Male
• Number of Pins: 4
• Outer Jacket Material: HDPE (high-density polyethylene)
• Cable Output End Material: Stainless steel
• Color: Black
• Weight: 8.98 pounds
• UPC: 731957018991
• Certifications: Meets or exceeds ABYC, ISO, IMCI, and NMMA standards
• Country of Origin: Made, designed, and assembled in the USA
• Warranty: Two-year recreational user warranty

Fitment

• Direct fit for helms SH5150P, SH4910P, SH4920P, SH5094-1P, SH91190P, SH91526P, SH91527P, and SH91523-1P
• With the SA27620P adapter, fits older Safe-T helms (SH5023P, SH5075P, SH91075P, SH91077P) and Big T helms (SH5000P, SH91525P)

Replaces (OEM)

• SSC61xx (directly replaced by SSC6217/SSC62xx with the SA27620P adapter)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SeaStar SSC6217 steering cable used for? It is a 17-foot quick connect rotary steering cable designed to connect a single-station boat's helm to the outboard or sterndrive steering system, transmitting the driver's steering input to the engine.

Will the SSC6217 fit my helm? The SSC6217 is a direct fit for SeaStar helms SH5150P, SH4910P, SH4920P, SH5094-1P, SH91190P, SH91526P, SH91527P, and SH91523-1P.

Can this cable be used with an older Safe-T or Big T helm? Yes, with the SA27620P adapter the SSC6217 can be fitted to older Safe-T helms (SH5023P, SH5075P, SH91075P, SH91077P) and Big T helms (SH5000P, SH91525P).

Does the SSC6217 replace an older SeaStar cable? SSC61xx series cables are directly replaced by the SSC6217/SSC62xx cable, used together with the SA27620P adapter for helms that require it.

How long is the SSC6217 steering cable? This cable measures 17 feet, so it is important to confirm this is the correct length for your boat's steering run before ordering, since cable length is not interchangeable across applications.

What material is the SSC6217 cable made from? The outer jacket is constructed of HDPE (high-density polyethylene) for abrasion resistance and water-penetration resistance, while the cable output end is stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability.

Is the SSC6217 suitable for dual-station boats? No, the SSC6217 rotary steering cable is designed for single-station boat use only.

How is the SSC6217 installed? It uses a simple rotary quick connect snap-in connection at the helm, allowing for fast installation without special tools, and a trapped nut on the cable end keeps it in place during routing.

Does the SSC6217 meet marine industry standards? Yes, the SSC6217 meets or exceeds ABYC, ISO, IMCI, and NMMA certification requirements for marine steering cables.

What warranty comes with the SSC6217? SeaStar backs the SSC6217 with a two-year recreational user warranty against manufacturer defects.

Is the SSC6217 an OEM replacement part? Yes, the SSC6217 is intended as a replacement for the original steering cable system as installed by the boat manufacturer, not a universal aftermarket substitute.

Where is the SSC6217 made? The SSC6217 steering cable is made, designed, and assembled in the USA.