Clipper Speed Log Paddle Wheel Unit, Complete with Thru-Hull Fitting
Clipper Speed Log Paddle Wheel Unit, Complete with Thru-Hull Fitting — Product description
The Clipper Speed Log Paddle Wheel Unit is the complete replacement sensor for your NASA Marine Clipper speed system. You get the impeller, the thru-hull skin fitting, and a 7-meter cable in one package, so a fouled or worn paddle wheel doesn't sideline your speed and log readings. Straightforward to swap, and backed by Clipper's 12-month warranty.
The paddle wheel is the part that actually measures your speed through the water on a Clipper Speed Log. Water flows past the hull, spins the little impeller, and the sensor counts those rotations into a speed and a running log of the miles you've covered. Over a season or two that paddle wheel takes a beating. Weed, barnacles, the odd knock loading onto a trailer. Eventually the readings get flaky, stick at zero, or quit altogether. This is the complete unit to put things right.
You get the full sensor side in one package. The paddle wheel impeller, the thru-hull skin fitting that seats into the hull, and a 7-meter cable that runs back to the display head. Because it's the complete unit, you're not trying to marry a new impeller to a tired old skin fitting or splice onto a cracked cable. It mounts through the hull below the waterline, ideally in clean flow away from strakes, keels, and other transducers so the water reaching the paddle wheel stays smooth.
If your Clipper speed has gone erratic, sits at zero while you're clearly moving, or the log mileage stopped counting up, the paddle wheel is the usual suspect long before you start blaming the display. Pull it, give the wheel a spin with a finger, and if it's stiff or the vanes are chewed up, you've found your problem. It's also the right part for a fresh Clipper Speed Log install where you need the whole sensor and skin fitting, not just the head unit.
NASA Marine builds the Clipper line to tough European standards for electromagnetic compatibility and backs it with a 12-month guarantee. It's honest, no-nonsense gear that does one job and does it well. Fit the new paddle wheel, run the cable back to your display, and your speed and log readings come right back to life. Keep the old fitting as a spare if the cable's still good.
Key Features
- Complete paddle wheel unit: impeller, thru-hull skin fitting, and 7-meter cable in one package
- Measures boat speed through the water and feeds it to the Clipper Speed Log display
- Thru-hull skin fitting mounts below the waterline for clean, undisturbed water flow
- 7-meter (about 23-foot) cable reaches most helm installations without an extension
- Direct replacement for a fouled, worn, or damaged Clipper paddle wheel
- Backed by NASA Marine's 12-month manufacturer warranty
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Technical specifications
| Title | Clipper Speed Log Paddle Wheel Unit Complete with Thru Hull Fitting |
|---|---|
| Brand | Clipper |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CLZ-PWU |
| UPC | 609728298890 |
| Type | Paddle wheel speed transducer (impeller unit) |
| Cable Length | 7 meters (about 23 feet) |
| Mounting | Thru-hull skin fitting |
| Compatibility | Clipper Speed Log system |
| Warranty | 12-month manufacturer guarantee |
| Category | Transducers |
Frequently asked questions
What does this paddle wheel unit do?
It measures your speed through the water. As the boat moves, water spins the paddle wheel impeller, and the sensor turns those rotations into a speed reading and a running log of distance for your Clipper Speed Log display.
Is this a complete replacement?
Yes. You get the full sensor side: the paddle wheel impeller, the thru-hull skin fitting, and a 7-meter cable. You're not piecing together a new impeller with an old fitting.
Will it work with my Clipper Speed Log?
It's the replacement paddle wheel unit for the NASA Marine Clipper Speed Log system. If you're running a Clipper speed instrument, this is the sensor that pairs with it.
How long is the cable?
The cable is 7 meters, roughly 23 feet, which reaches most helm and display locations without needing an extension.
Where does it mount?
Through the hull below the waterline. Pick a spot with clean water flow, away from strakes, the keel, and other transducers, so the paddle wheel reads smooth water and gives accurate speed.
Why did my old paddle wheel stop working?
Usually fouling or wear. Weed and barnacles jam the wheel, and knocks can chew up the vanes. If the wheel feels stiff when you spin it by hand or the vanes look damaged, it's time for a new unit.
Is it covered by a warranty?
Yes. NASA Marine backs the Clipper line with a 12-month manufacturer guarantee.