Description
Smart Tab Trim Tabs 9"x8" for 13'-15' Boats | Boat Supply Store
Optimize planing speed and acceleration for smaller craft with Lectrotab's Smart Tab system, specifically engineered for 13'-15' boats utilizing 30-40 HP outboard engines. This innovative system automatically adjusts trim tab deployment via a nitrogen gas actuator, enhancing ride comfort by reducing bow rise and chine walking in choppy conditions often encountered on lakes like Lake Travis. Installation requires no through-hull drilling and typically takes less than an hour, providing significant improvements in fuel efficiency and overall vessel stability without operator input.
Key Features
- Automatically self-adjusts trim for optimal performance
- Nitrogen Gas Actuator delivers effective stern lift
- Reduces minimum planing speed by up to 33%
- Faster acceleration and increased top speed
- Provides a level, comfortable ride at all speeds
- Improves fuel economy, handling, and safety
- No hydraulics or electric switches needed
- Simple DIY installation in under an hour
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lectrotab |
| Product Name | Smart Tab Trim Tabs |
| Size | 9" x 8" |
| Recommended Boat Length | 13'-15' |
| Recommended Horsepower | 30-40 HP |
| Actuation Type | Nitrogen Gas Actuator |
| Control Type | Automatic (Self-Adjusting) |
| Installation Complexity | Simple (No through-hull drilling) |
| Actuator System | Nitrogen Gas Actuator |
| Minimum Planing Speed Reduction | Up to 33% |
| Installation Time | Under an hour |
Who This Is For
Owners of 13'-15' boats with 30-40 HP engines seeking to drastically improve hull performance, acceleration, and ride comfort. This system is ideal for boaters who prefer a "set it and forget it" solution over manual or electric trim tab controls.
How It Compares
| Feature | Smart Tab Trim Tabs 9"x8" for 13'-15' Boats | Electric Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Actuation Type | Nitrogen Gas Actuator | Hydraulic; Electric |
| Control Type | Automatic (Self-Adjusting) | Manual |
| Installation Complexity | Simple (No through-hull drilling) | Moderate (Hydraulic lines, electrical); Moderate |
| Plate Size | 9" x 8" | — |
| Recommended Boat Length | 13'-15' | 17'-24' |
Common Concerns Answered
What is the return policy for Lectrotab Smart Tabs?
Product returns are not processed through the point of purchase; any issues must be addressed directly with the manufacturer, Lectrotab.
Are Smart Tabs difficult to install?
No, installation is straightforward and designed for DIYers, typically completed in under an hour with basic tools, and requires no through-hull drilling.
What if I have an issue with my Smart Tabs?
All product issues and support inquiries are handled directly by the manufacturer, Lectrotab, ensuring specialized assistance for the Smart Tab system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Smart Tabs work automatically?
Smart Tabs utilize a unique internal valve system and a nitrogen gas actuator that responds to water pressure changes related to boat speed, automatically adjusting the tab angle for optimal performance without manual intervention.
What is the benefit of using Smart Tabs for my boat?
They significantly improve planing speed, acceleration, and top speed while providing a more stable, comfortable ride by reducing bow rise and chine walking, especially at lower speeds or in rough water.
Do Smart Tabs require hydraulics or electrical switches?
No, the Lectrotab Smart Tab system operates using a self-contained nitrogen gas actuator and internal valve system, eliminating the need for hydraulic lines or electrical wiring.
Can Smart Tabs improve my boat's fuel economy?
Yes, by allowing the boat to get on plane faster and stay there at lower speeds, the hull operates more efficiently, leading to improved fuel economy.
Do Smart Tabs require through-hull drilling for installation?
No, a significant advantage of the Lectrotab Smart Tab system is its simple bolt-on installation that does not require any through-hull drilling.
