Furuno Interface Kit NavPilot 700 Series to Yamaha Helm Master

The Furuno Interface Kit NavPilot 700 Series to Yamaha Helm Master (FAP6310) bridges two advanced marine autopilot systems, enabling seamless integration between Furuno's NavPilot 700 autopilot and Yamaha's Helm Master electric vessel control network. This optional interface kit is engineered for vessel operators who require redundancy, system expansion, or multi-brand autopilot compatibility on larger recreational or commercial vessels.

The FAP6310 operates as a bridge between two distinct autopilot architectures: the NavPilot 700, a dedicated heading-hold system, and Yamaha's EVC (Electric Vessel Control) network, which is NMEA 2000–based and governs all electrical functions aboard modern Yamaha-equipped vessels. The interface kit includes an Autopilot Gateway and Interface Unit, allowing the NavPilot 700 to communicate command signals across the EVC bus. This setup is particularly valuable for operators seeking independent autopilot redundancy or those retrofitting an existing Yamaha system with proven Furuno autopilot technology.

Intended users are professional mariners, charter vessel operators, and serious boating enthusiasts with multi-brand system architectures. Installation requires familiarity with marine electronics, NMEA 2000 networking, and electrical schematics; professional marine electronics technician installation is strongly recommended. Weighing 3 lbs and measuring 9 x 5 x 19 inches, the kit is compact enough for retrofit installations on vessels already running NavPilot 700 autopilots, making system upgrades or redundancy upgrades achievable without major helm redesign.

This interface kit is a specialized component suited to mixed-brand marine automation ecosystems. Compatibility verification with specific vessel models, autopilot firmware versions, and EVC network configuration is essential before purchase. TacticalSurplusUSA stocks genuine Furuno marine electronics components; consult your vessel's systems documentation or contact a certified Furuno marine electronics dealer to confirm this kit is the correct fit for your NavPilot 700 to Yamaha Helm Master integration need.