Description
Raymarine RayStar 150 GPS Sensor w/Pole Mount | Boat Supply Store
For critical navigation tasks, this 72-channel GNSS receiver provides exceptionally accurate positioning with a rapid 10Hz update rate, ensuring your Raymarine MFD displays your vessel's precise location. It integrates GLONASS alongside GPS and supports multiple SBAS systems like WAAS and EGNOS for centimeter-level accuracy corrections. With a low power draw of only 30mA and IPx6/7 waterproofing, it's designed for reliable operation on any vessel, from offshore sportfishers to coastal cruisers.
Key Features
- Accurate 72-channel GPS/GLONASS receiver for precise positioning
- Fast 10Hz position updates for real-time tracking
- Wide GNSS compatibility including GLONASS
- Enhanced Satellite differential GPS-compatible (SBAS enabled)
- Efficient Low power consumption (30mA)
- Network SeaTalkng and NMEA 2000 compatible (via adapter)
- Versatile Designed for surface or pole mounting
- Sensitive High sensitivity acquisition down to -163dBm
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Channels | 72-channel |
| Receiver Type | GPS/GLONASS |
| Update Rate | 10Hz |
| Position Accuracy | 15m (5m with SBAS) |
| Speed Accuracy | 0.3kt |
| SBAS Support | WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN |
| Operating Voltage | 12V DC (8-32V range) |
| Power Consumption | 30mA |
| Waterproofing | IPx6/7 |
| Network Compatibility | SeaTalkng and NMEA 2000 (via adapter) |
| Cold Start Time | 2 minutes (45 seconds typical) |
| Hot Start Time | 8 seconds |
| Sensitivity | -163dBm |
Who This Is For
Boaters, sailors, and fishermen requiring a high-performance GPS sensor for accurate and responsive navigation with Raymarine systems. Ideal for users demanding faster update rates and superior positional accuracy during critical maneuvers or offshore passages.
How It Compares
| Feature | Raymarine RayStar 150 GPS Sensor w/Pole Mount | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 72 | 72, 32 |
| Update Rate | 10Hz | 10Hz, 10Hz |
| GNSS Support | GPS & GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS |
| NMEA 2000 Compatible | Yes (via DeviceNet adapter) | Yes, Yes |
| SBAS Support | WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN | WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN, WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS |
| Position Accuracy (95%) with SBAS | 5m | 5m, 5m |
| Power Consumption | 30 mA max | Typically < 1 LEN (approx. 50mA), Typically < 1 LEN |
| Mounting Options | Surface or Pole Mount | Surface Mount (pole mount often sold separately), Surface Mount |
Common Concerns Answered
Do I need a separate adapter for NMEA 2000?
Yes, a separate DeviceNet adapter is required to connect the RayStar 150 to an NMEA 2000 network. This is a common requirement for many modern GPS sensors and ensures compatibility with various network configurations.
Is the NMEA 2000 integration seamless?
While it requires an adapter, the RayStar 150 is fully NMEA 2000 compatible, ensuring robust data transmission once connected. Users appreciate its performance despite this requirement.
What are the primary advantages over simpler GPS modules?
The RayStar 150 offers a significantly higher 10Hz update rate and 72-channel GNSS reception with GLONASS support, providing superior positional accuracy and responsiveness critical for high-speed boating or precise course plotting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the update rate of the Raymarine RayStar 150 GPS Sensor?
The Raymarine RayStar 150 GPS Sensor provides a rapid 10Hz position update rate, meaning it transmits location data ten times per second.
Does the RayStar 150 support GLONASS?
Yes, the RayStar 150 is a GNSS receiver that supports both GPS and GLONASS satellite constellations.
What is the power consumption of the RayStar 150?
The RayStar 150 has a very low power consumption, drawing a maximum of 30mA at 12V DC.
Is the RayStar 150 compatible with NMEA 2000?
Yes, the RayStar 150 is compatible with NMEA 2000, but requires a separate DeviceNet adapter for connection.
What is the position accuracy of the RayStar 150 with SBAS?
With SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation System) support enabled, the RayStar 150 achieves a position accuracy of 5 meters.
