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KE Controls by NHK MEC
U.S. Sales & Support — Seatech Marine Products
NM3475-000 KE-6/7XG Control Unit
The NHK MEC NM3475-000 listing is for the KE6XG/KE7XG control unit used with mixed mechanical/electronic engine connections. KE6XG uses mechanical shift and electronic throttle; KE7XG uses electronic shift and mechanical throttle.
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When this part is useful
A replacement control unit must match the installed control family, supply and engine-interface arrangement. A change of system generation may require other components and setup changes.
Connection and installation planning
- A compatible control head, the specified harnesses and the engine-side components in the applicable wiring diagram.
- Follow the manual for settings, start-in-gear protection wiring and the engine/gearbox connections.
Downloads and Resources
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NHK MEC Electronic Engine Controls Brochure
An overview of NHK MEC electronic engine controls, system choices and available options.
Download Brochure PDFKE6XG / KE7XG Installation and Operation Manual
Use the manual for the exact system or component being installed.
Download PDF »KE-XG Settings Tool Manual 5A
Configuration and programming guide. Updated July 2026.
Download PDF »KE-XG Settings Tool for Windows (2026)
Windows software for configuring compatible KE-XG systems.
Download Software »USB Adapter Drivers for Windows
Windows drivers for the compatible USB adapter.
Download Drivers »NM3475-000 product questions
Is NM3475-000 interchangeable with every KE control unit?
No. Match the exact control family, unit code, electrical supply and engine-interface configuration.
Does NM3475-000 include the control head or actuator?
This listing is for the control unit. Other system components are specified and supplied separately.
System reference specifications
- Supply voltage: 9-32 V DC
- Actuator current at stop: 0.5 A or less
- Actuator current: 16 A peak; 5 A average under nominal conditions at 49 N load
- KE7XG shift contact capacity: 5 A under nominal conditions
- KE6XG throttle outputs: 3-21 mA; 0.2-4.53 V; 6-94% PWM at 500 Hz; or SAE J1939 CAN
- CAN reference: 250 kbit/s; PGN 61443; CAN ID 0CF0 0331; throttle scale 0.4%/bit
Help choosing the correct part
Send Seatech the NM3475-000 part number and details of your installed control system. Photos of the original component and its connections can help identify the correct replacement.
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