Exail introduces Octans 9 gyrocompass for marine precision
Exail has launched its new Octans 9 Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS), the latest addition to its range of navigation solutions. Building on the proven success of previous generations, Octans 9 delivers several upgrades to enhance operational performance across applications, such as dynamic positioning, vessel navigation and offshore platform stabilization.
Leveraging Exail’s Fiber Optic Gyroscope (FOG) technology, Octans 9 offers precise measurements with a heading accuracy of 0.1° secant latitude and a heave measurement accuracy of 5%. The system is designed to remain resilient during GNSS outages, ensuring uninterrupted operations even in challenging conditions.
The latest model introduces a range of improvements, including a more robust and compact design that is 25% smaller than the previous generation, as well as lower power consumption at just 12W. It features an upgraded user interface, which simplifies integration into existing systems, and benefits from an export-free status that streamlines international distribution and export processes. Additionally, it incorporates advanced filtering and alignment-in-motion capabilities, ensuring precise stabilization for high-speed vessels and dynamic applications.
“Octans 9 marks a significant step forward in both reliability and ease of use,” said Jean-Michel Hubert, product manager at Exail. “With enhanced real-time heave prediction, simplified integration and an upgraded user interface, this system is built to meet the evolving needs of the marine industry, providing customers with greater operational efficiency and flexibility.”
Supported by a five-year warranty and 24/7 global technical assistance, the system is certified to IMO and IMO-HSC standards, making it ready for deployment worldwide.
