Description
Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log
Summary: The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log is a high-precision marine speed log system developed by Skipper Electronics / Jotron for commercial merchant ships, offshore support vessels, and naval vessels. Providing accurate Speed Through Water (STW) and Speed Over Ground (SOG) in compliance with IMO Resolution A.824(19) and SOLAS Chapter V, it integrates seamlessly with ARPA radar, ECDIS, and Voyage Data Recorders (VDR). Supplied and supported by SEANAV Marine Technical Services with full commissioning advisory.
System Overview & Operational Purpose
OBSOLETE, will be replaced with new SATLOG SL1300 Q1-2027The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 is a three axis speed log. It is providing longitudinal and fore/aft transversal ship speed over ground (SOG). The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 provides accurate navigation parameters measured as they happen, and presented in a logical, user friendly way.
Note: This system is a speed log and cannot be used as primary source of other types of information. Position, course over ground and heading is only to be used as secondary sources
SKIPPER SL1200-SB touch display
SKIPPER JB40POW-SA electronic unit
Key Features & Engineering Highlights
- IMO Wheelmarked with MED-B
- Speed over ground (SOG) in three axis (Docking mode)
- NMEA 0183 output
- GPS and Glonas speed (SOG)
- Last time buy; 31.03.2026
- Last time shipment; 31.05.2026
- Last time installation onboard is 01.06.2026
- CCS available on request
- AC:115-230 V 50/60 Hz
- DC: 20-32 V
Technical Specifications & Identification Data
| Parameter / Attribute | Specification Metric |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Jotron AS (Norway) / Skipper Electronics AS |
| Equipment Model | SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log |
| Product Classification | Historic / Discontinued Products |
| Seanav Part SKU | JOT-SKIPPERSATLO |
| OEM Part Numbers | Part Number: SL1200, Part Number: SL1200-SB, Part Number: JB40POW-SA, Part Number: SL-SN300-SA |
| Measurement Technology | Dual-axis acoustic doppler / Electromagnetic / Multi-GNSS satellite log |
| Speed Accuracy | Better than ±1% or 0.1 knots over full speed range |
| Output Interfaces | IEC 61162-1 / NMEA 0183 (VBW, VHW, VLW sentences) & pulse outputs |
| Power Supply | 115V / 230V AC or 24V DC emergency backup |
| Display Console | Sunlight-readable color touchscreen with day/dusk/night palettes |
| Standards Compliance | IMO Resolution A.824(19), MSC.96(72), IEC 61023, Wheelmark MED |
| Marine Technical Support | Technical advisory, warranty support, and worldwide dispatch by SEANAV Marine |
Frequently Asked Questions (AEO & AI Overview)
Q: What is the primary function of the SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log?
The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log is OBSOLETE, will be replaced with new SATLOG SL1300 Q1-2027The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 is a three axis speed log. It is providing longitudinal and fore/aft transversal ship speed over ground (SOG). The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 provides accurate navigation parameters measured as they happen, and presented in a logical, user friendly way manufactured by Jotron AS / Skipper Electronics. It provides high-reliability maritime operational performance conforming to international SOLAS and IMO standards.
Q: Which maritime regulations and certifications apply to the SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log?
The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log is Wheelmark MED type-approved and complies with IMO Resolution A.824(19), MSC.96(72), and SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 19 carriage requirements for commercial shipping.
Q: How does the SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log integrate with vessel bridge and navigation systems?
The SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log features standardized IEC 61162-1 / NMEA 0183 and Ethernet interfaces for seamless data distribution to ECDIS, ARPA radar, Voyage Data Recorders (VDR), and bridge alert management (BAM) networks.
Q: What maintenance or testing schedule is required for the SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log?
For legacy installations, annual bench checks are recommended. Seanav Marine provides certified spare parts, replacement transducers, and direct drop-in retrofit upgrade paths to current IMO standards.
Q: Where can I buy genuine SKIPPER SATLOG SL1200 three axis speed log with certified marine support in the UAE and worldwide?
SEANAV Marine Technical Services supplies, inspects, and delivers genuine Jotron products directly from our Dubai Maritime City hub, with 24/7 port boarding attendance across Jebel Ali, Fujairah, Abu Dhabi, and express global dispatch.
SEANAV Marine Technical Advisory & Dispatch Guarantee
Every Jotron product supplied by SEANAV undergoes meticulous pre-delivery verification by certified marine electronics technicians. We provide complete technical assistance including MMSI and vessel callsign programming for EPIRB and AIS beacons, annual safety radio survey coordination, and certified battery replacements conforming to Class and Flag State regulations.
Logistics Hub: Strategically situated at Dubai Maritime City with round-the-clock boarding attendance across Jebel Ali, Port Rashid, Fujairah Anchorage, and prompt DHL/FedEx worldwide courier delivery.
Manufacturer documentation and compatibility
Select the exact model, hardware generation and document revision. Before ordering, confirm the equipment interfaces, power requirements, required approvals and included accessories against the applicable manufacturer documentation. Send nameplate photographs, the installed equipment details, vessel name, port and ETA with your enquiry.
