Bennett AR512 Auto Tab Retractor - 12V

The Bennett AR512 Auto Tab Retractor is a 12V marine trim tab system designed to protect your boat's tabs from damage during trailering, hauling, and storage. If you've spent years on the water, you understand the frustration of bent or broken trim tabs—costly repairs that could have been prevented with automatic protection. This retractor solves that problem by automatically raising tabs to full-up position whenever your boat's ignition is turned off, ensuring they're safe every time you secure the vessel.

Operating on a clean 12V DC electrical system, the Bennett AR512 silently retracts trim tabs without manual intervention, eliminating human error and the risk of forgotten tabs catching obstacles during transit. The compact design measures 7 x 5 x 9 inches and weighs just 1 pound, making installation straightforward in engine compartments with tight spaces. This automatic function is particularly valuable for boaters who frequently trailer their vessels or rely on dry storage—conditions where exposed tabs are vulnerable to impact, corrosion, and weather exposure.

The Bennett AR512 benefits anyone running trim tabs on recreational or commercial vessels, from weekend anglers to professional fishing captains. Whether you operate in saltwater environments where corrosion compounds tab wear or freshwater systems where winter storage stress accumulates, automatic retraction extends trim tab service life significantly. Compatible with Bennett trim tab systems, this retractor integrates seamlessly into your existing marine electrical architecture and requires no modifications to your ignition harness—a plug-and-play solution that pays for itself through prevented damage on your first trailering season.