LMI: Sole JP3 US Distributor

LMI is the sole US distributor for the European-based steering system manufacturer, JP3. This company specializes in self–aligning, watertight rudder bearings (found in 100% of the current Volvo 70 fleet), quadrants, steering heads, and titanium wheels, as well as the innovative FBS system, which provides feed back sensation for yachts with hydraulic steering.

JP3 Titanium Wheel Design

JP3 unveils latest genius in
state-of-the-art Wheel Design.

Durability Unlike aluminum, Titanium is not prone to electrolysis. These wheels weigh the same or less than production carbon wheels and are significantly more durable.

Strength and weight Titanium has the highest strength to weight ratio of any metal -- stronger plus lighter equals faster.

Cost-effectiveness Production times for Titanium wheels are significantly shorter than that of aluminum, allowing for competitive pricing when compared to carbon wheels.

Look and feel JP3s latest range of Titanium wheels combines state-of-the-art design with functional aesthetics -- warm to the touch with a non-slip texture.

Style & Weight
WLT3S09 – 900mm – 2.1kg
WLT3S10 – 1050mm – 2.2kg
WLT3S12 – 1200mm – 2.4 kg

Optional engraved boat name on the hub. Custom color painted finish is available.

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JP3 Autopilot Disengagement Unit

As sailing yacht projects have become more and more ambitious and of higher performance, the loads on the steering system have naturally increased. This has resulted in greater loads and less ‘feel’ in the steering system. These helm loads are further increased by the size of the autopilot rams fitted to match the increased rudder loads of this new class of yacht.

To overcome these problems, JP3 has designed and developed a system that allows the autopilot steering rams to be connected and disconnected from the steering. Each unit is custom made to architects specifications to ensure both the quadrant radius and autopilot geometry are the optimum to ensure perfect steering.

JP3 Autopilot Disengagement Unit PDF with additional information. Acrobat Reader required.

 

JP3 Self Aligning Bearings

Irrespective of the size of your boat or the size of the rudder fitted to your boat your rudder stock will deflect as a result of the water pressure on the rudder blade and the loads acting on it.

With a simple plain rudder bearing this results in increased friction in the bearings. At best these increased loads result in more load on the helm detracting from the pleasure of steering a sailing a yacht by hand. At worst these friction loads can get so high the steering can lock.

For this reason JP3 only manufactures rudder bearings that are self aligning. The ability for our bearings to align with the rudderstock as it deflects reduces the friction in the system, which we believe is essential for good safe steering.

Types of Bearings

Click a Type below for more information on each Rudder Bearing. Acrobat Reader required.

Type 1: Designed for boats up to 45'

Type 2: Multifunctional rudder bearing, specially designed for racing boats and blue water boats.

Type 3: Specially designed to fit STAINLESS STEEL or TITANIUM rudder shafts.

Type 4: Designed to fit GPR/COMPOSITE and ALUMINUM rudder shafts and incorporate up to 3 rows of barrel rollers.

NEW Type 48: Based on the proven Type 4 design this new bearing was pushed to its limits with every effort made to reduce weight.

Link to Type 4 Bearing information on JP3’s website.

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JP3 FBS Steering System
“Feed Back Sensation”

FBS combines hydraulic and software to offer an ajustable Feed Back Sensation in the steering wheel.

√ Load applied on the wheel is directly proportional to the rudder load

√ According to wind direction and strength the FBS can be tuned through various modes to accommodate conditons and helmsman desire.

√ Each mode defines 3 parameters : wheel turns, tiller angle, FBS torque.

√ Safety parameters are defined to prevent over loads on the wheel.

√ Compatible with autopilot, FBS will automaticaly desengage when pilot is switched on.

√ Can be connected through the internet for diagnostics and maintenance.

√ Adaptable on new project or retrofit, FBS offers ease of installation when multi-wheel set up are required. JP3 will study each case in conjunction with the designers, project manager and yard specifications to develop a recommended system.

JP3 FBS Feed Back Sensation PDF with additional information. Acrobat Reader required.

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