Bennett Electronic Trim Tab Indicator Control – 12V/24V, Single & Dual Station combines manual trim tab operation, electronic position indication, and automatic tab retraction in one helm control. Designed for compatible Bennett hydraulic trim tab systems, it brings the functions of Bennett trim tab switches and a trim tab indicator together, allowing the operator to adjust the tabs and check their positions from the same panel. This integrated arrangement is useful when replacing separate controls or planning a helm installation where dashboard space matters. The rocker controls provide manual adjustment, while separate port and starboard LED indicators give a visible reference for each trim tab. For buyers looking for a Bennett trim tab control, the combination makes position information available directly beside the operating switches.

The water-resistant control features variable-intensity LEDs for daytime and nighttime viewing. Adjustable illumination allows the operator to change the indicator brightness to suit conditions at the helm. Rather than relying only on how long a switch has been pressed, the operator can refer to the displayed tab positions when making adjustments. The panel places the bow-up and bow-down rocker functions alongside the indicator columns, keeping operation and feedback together. This makes the Bennett trim tab indicator useful during routine manual trimming, when the operator wants to see the relationship between a control input and the resulting tab position. The system requires installation and calibration according to Bennett’s instructions so that the indication corresponds to the movement of the connected actuators.

Four variants are available: 12V Single Station, 24V Single Station, 12V Dual Station and 24V Dual Station. Select the voltage that matches the vessel’s trim tab electrical system and the station arrangement that matches its helm layout. A single-station configuration serves one operating position, while a dual-station configuration provides control arrangements for two helm positions, such as a lower helm and flybridge. The 12V/24V wording describes the available product choices; the EIC system is voltage-specific, so the correct version must be selected before installation. When ordering a trim tab controller for an existing boat, check the installed Bennett hydraulic system, actuator arrangement, and required station components, as well as the voltage. These details help establish the correct configuration for a replacement, refit, or new helm installation.

The automatic tab retractor raises the trim tabs when the ignition is switched off, provided the ignition connection is installed as specified. This adds a convenient shutdown function to the manual control and position display. A relay module mounted near the transom reduces the number of wires that need to run to the helm, helping simplify the installation layout. Bennett’s instructions specify a dry location close to the hydraulic power unit for the module, with wiring secured and protected as directed. The helm panel and the relay module therefore have different installation requirements, even though they form part of the same control system. For a marine trim tab control upgrade, review the mounting location, cable route, sensor requirements and calibration procedure before fitting the equipment.

Key Features:

• Bennett Electronic Trim Tab Indicator Control – 12V/24V, Single & Dual Station combines rocker-switch operation, trim tab position indication, and automatic tab retraction in one control.
• Separate position displays: Port and starboard LED columns provide a visual reference for the two trim tabs.
• Adjustable LED brightness: Variable-intensity illumination supports viewing during daylight and night-time operation.
• Water-resistant control: Suitable for marine helm use, with the relay module installed in the dry location specified by Bennett.
• Four configuration choices: Available in 12V single station, 24V single station, 12V dual station and 24V dual station.
• Automatic retraction: Retracts the tabs when the ignition is switched off with the required ignition wiring connected.
• Transom-area relay module: Reduces wiring runs to the helm and supports an organised installation.

Applications / Suitable For:

• Bennett Electronic Trim Tab Indicator Control – 12V/24V, Single & Dual Station is suitable for vessels equipped with compatible Bennett hydraulic trim tab systems.
• Single-helm boats: The single-station variants suit installations requiring one trim tab operating position.
• Two-helm vessels: The dual-station variants suit layouts with two operating positions, subject to the correct system components.
• Helm refits and control replacements: Useful where manual switches and position indication are required together in one panel.
• Day and night boating: Adjustable indicator brightness accommodates changing light conditions at the helm.
• Marine equipment installations: Suitable for projects where voltage, actuator compatibility, wiring, and station configuration have been checked before fitting.

FAQs:

Q: What does this control do?
A: Bennett Electronic Trim Tab Indicator Control – 12V/24V, Single & Dual Station provides manual trim tab operation, LED position indication, and automatic tab retraction.

Q: Can one version operate on both 12V and 24V?
A: The system is voltage-specific. Choose the 12V or 24V variant that matches the vessel’s trim tab electrical system.

Q: Which station option should I choose?
A: Choose single station for one helm position or dual station for two helm positions, with the appropriate installation components.

Q: When do the trim tabs retract automatically?
A: They retract when the ignition is switched off, provided the automatic retraction ignition connection is correctly installed.