Raymarine A06033 SeaTalkng Backbone Cable – 400mm / 1.3 ft

Raymarine A06033 SeaTalkng Backbone Cable – 400mm / 1.3 ft

Part Number: A06033 (distributor SKU: 152-A06033)
Brand: Raymarine
Type: SeaTalkng backbone cable
Length: 400mm / 1.3 ft
Connector: SeaTalkng 5-pin male and female backbone connectors (both ends)

Product Overview

Raymarine A06033 is a 400mm SeaTalkng backbone cable for building or extending a SeaTalkng marine instrument network. SeaTalkng backbone cables carry both data and 12V power along the main network run, linking SeaTalkng instruments, sensors, and autopilots through T-piece spur connections. The 400mm / 1.3 ft length is suited for tight-clearance backbone sections where a longer cable run would be too difficult to route — such as between a junction block and a nearby terminator, or between two closely positioned devices in a console or electronics bay.

• SeaTalkng backbone cable, 400mm / 1.3 ft
• Carries both data and 12V network power along the backbone
• SeaTalkng 5-pin backbone connectors at both ends
• Pre-made, pre-terminated — no field termination required
• Marine-grade construction
• For use in the SeaTalkng backbone (not a spur/drop cable)

SeaTalkng Network Overview

SeaTalkng is Raymarine’s proprietary marine instrument network, physically and electrically compatible with NMEA 2000. The network consists of a backbone cable run (carrying data and power) with spur connections branching off to each connected device. Backbone cables have 5-pin circular connectors that daisy-chain along the network; spur cables have a smaller 5-pin circular connector on the device end. Terminators must be installed at both ends of the backbone for correct operation.

Compatible Applications

• Building a SeaTalkng backbone in a new Raymarine marine instrument installation
• Adding a short backbone section between a SeaTalkng junction block, 5-way connector, or backbone component and the end-of-backbone terminator
• Filling a tight backbone gap in an existing SeaTalkng installation where a longer cable would be awkward to route
• Compatible with Raymarine SeaTalkng instruments: i50, i60, i70, i70s, p70, p70R, and all SeaTalkng-equipped autopilots, sensors, and accessories
• Compatible with NMEA 2000 devices via the Raymarine A06076 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Adaptor Cable

SeaTalkng Backbone Cable Family

Raymarine offers backbone cables in multiple lengths to suit different installation routing requirements. The A06033 (400mm) is the shortest standard backbone cable in the range, designed for very tight or compact backbone runs. For longer backbone sections, select the appropriate longer Raymarine backbone cable for your installation.

Part Number Reference

• Raymarine: A06033
• Distributor SKU: 152-A06033
• Related backbone terminator: Raymarine A06031 SeaTalkng Backbone Terminator
• Related NMEA 2000 adaptor: Raymarine A06076 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Adaptor Cable – 1M
• Related SeaTalkng starter kit: Raymarine SeaTalkng Starter Kit

Installation Notes

• The A06033 is a backbone cable — connect it between backbone components (terminators, 5-way connectors, or other backbone cable sections)
• Do not use backbone cables as spur/drop cables to connect instruments directly — use SeaTalkng spur cables for instrument connections
• Ensure a terminator is installed at each physical end of the complete backbone before powering the network
• Route the cable away from pinch points, sharp edges, and heat sources; secure at regular intervals
• After installation, verify all instruments and sensors appear on the network through the display setup menu

Technical FAQ

What is the difference between a backbone cable and a spur cable? The backbone cable forms the main network run and carries both data and power between backbone components. Spur cables are shorter drop cables that branch off the backbone via T-pieces to connect individual instruments and sensors. The A06033 is a backbone cable, not a spur.

Is SeaTalkng compatible with NMEA 2000? Yes — SeaTalkng is electrically and physically compatible with NMEA 2000 (DeviceNet) but uses Raymarine’s proprietary circular connectors. The A06076 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Adaptor Cable is used when connecting SeaTalkng and standard NMEA 2000 (Micro-C) devices.

How many terminators does a SeaTalkng backbone need? Every SeaTalkng backbone requires exactly one terminator at each physical end — two terminators total. See the Raymarine A06031 SeaTalkng Backbone Terminator.

Related Products

• Raymarine A06031 SeaTalkng Backbone Terminator
• Raymarine A06076 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Adaptor Cable – 1M
• Raymarine SeaTalkng Starter Kit
• Raymarine E70060 i50 Tridata Instrument Display
• Raymarine E70327 i70s Multifunction Instrument Display

Parts Desk Insights

The A06033 is the 400mm backbone cable — the shortest standard Raymarine SeaTalkng backbone section. It’s most often needed when a customer is terminating the backbone very close to a 5-way connector or junction block, or when filling a tight gap in an existing backbone run. The most common ordering issue is customers confusing backbone cables with spur cables — backbone cables have the same style connector on both ends, while spur cables have a smaller connector on one end for the instrument. Also remind customers that two terminators are always required at the backbone ends; if the network isn’t communicating, missing or incorrectly placed terminators are the first thing to check.