General Product informations

185,00  excluding Tax

Estimated delivery dates: Mar 9, 2026 - May 20, 2026
(1 customer review)

Additional Information

Weight 0,2 kg
Dimensions 7 × 17 × 6 cm
Connection Type

Connect and Play, Panel Only, Plug and Play

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Simbay KX165A VHF NAV Replica – Authentic Flight Simulation Panel

Step into the world of realistic flight with the Simbay KX165A VHF NAV replica, designed especially for passionate flight enthusiasts and commercial flight schools aiming to enhance their home cockpits and training environments. This Bendix inspired instrument brings authentic avionics functionality and an immersive experience to your flight simulation setup.

The panel’s matte black finish perfectly replicates the original instrument’s sleek look, while the warm white backlighting softly illuminates the panel and buttons for a professional appearance during all lighting conditions. The 7-segment display uses vivid red digits that are easy to read and add to the realistic effect of the instrument.

Why Choose the Simbay KX165A VHF NAV Replica for Your Flight Cockpit?

The replica offers more than just looks. Featuring a responsive potentiometer without the ‘click-off’ function, this panel accurately mimics the feel of the real Bendix unit, providing intuitive control during your simulation sessions. The backside of the PCB boasts an IDC connector where each pin is mapped to a specific function, making installation and integration straightforward for any flight simulator hardware setup.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Authentic Design: Precise size (165mm x 50.5mm) and matte black panel paint replicate the original Bendix KX165A VHF NAV for an immersive training or home cockpit experience.
  • High-Quality Lighting: Warm white backlight for panel and buttons ensures comfortable night-time visibility without eye strain.
  • Bright Red 7-Segment Display: Clear and vibrant readout enhances instrument realism and provides accurate flight data visibility.
  • Reliable Connectivity: 12V backlight connector and well-documented IDC connector on the PCB facilitate seamless integration with existing simulator hardware.
  • Detailed Data Sheet Supported: Downloadable data sheet labels every connection point for easy setup and troubleshooting.
  • Durable Potentiometer: Smooth control knob without an ‘Off’ click, perfect for continuous adjustments during flight.

Enhance Your Flight Training with Realistic Avionics

Whether you are a hobbyist creating an immersive home cockpit or a commercial flight school upgrading your training simulators, the Simbay KX165A VHF NAV replica delivers unmatched realism and user-friendly operation. By using a Bendix panel replica, it aligns with industry standards and the real-world flying experience, helping pilots build consistency and confidence.

This panel bridges the gap between virtual flight and real world navigation radio operation—making your simulation setup not only visually authentic but functionally advanced.

Overcoming Doubts – Why This Replica Stands Out

Some might worry about compatibility or whether replicas truly add value. The detailed printed circuit board (PCB) with clear IDC connectors and the downloadable data sheet directly addresses these concerns by ensuring hassle-free installation with precise pinouts and connections. Its sturdy construction resists wear from extended use, promising long-term dependability.

Plus, the carefully chosen warm white backlighting combined with the sharp red display enhances readability in various lighting, eliminating common frustrations faced in cheaper or less accurate panels.

Take Your Flight Setup to the Next Level Today

Ready to make your home cockpit or flight school simulator as close to the real thing as possible? The Simbay KX165A VHF NAV replica is your key to authentic avionics experience that feels just right.

Order now and download the comprehensive data sheet for quick installation! Step up your simulation, fly confidently, and enjoy the genuine feel of Bendix avionics in your cockpit.

Don’t wait—bring professional-grade VHF navigation to your flight training today!

Related Products

Panel Only

This set includes the front and back panels, all annunciators, knobs, and switch guards.
Note: No electronic components are included. You will need to purchase switches, toggle switches, rotary switches, encoders, or potentiometers separately.

Connect and Play

This is a fully functional unit that must be connected via the IDC connector pins on the back of the PCB to a controller board. Programming is required.
Pin layout information is either printed on the PCB or provided in a separate datasheet.

Plug and Play

This version comes pre-programmed and USB-ready for use with your preferred flight simulation software.
Simply plug it in, install the provided configuration files, and you’re ready to fly!

Power Supply Note:
Because the panels can be daisy-chained using their power connectors, single-panel products do not include a 12V power adapter. Only one adapter is required to power your entire custom cockpit setup. The power supply is used solely for the backlighting, not for the product’s core functions.

Knobs

All knobs are high-quality, resin 3D-printed components with realistic designs. They are supplied with a D-shaft fitting.
For modifications or custom requirements, please contact our support team.

Gauges

The gauges are powered by SG90 servo motors, compatible with most available controller boards. Each unit includes one or two pre-mounted servo motors.

Calibration must be done via your software or firmware.

Where specified, we use 28BY stepper motors with a ULN2003 driver board.

Electronics

Electronics are available as complete packages or individual components. When selecting a color or type, you will receive the specified quantity of the chosen product.

PCBs

PCB Only: Includes just the bare PCB. You can order components separately.

PCB + Electronic Components: Includes a blank PCB plus all necessary components for you to solder.

Soldered PCB: Fully soldered and tested by us. Ready to connect to your controller board and program.

Tylko panel

Ten zestaw zawiera przedni i tylny panel, wszystkie wskaźniki, pokrętła i osłony przełączników.
Uwaga: Nie są dołączone żadne elementy elektroniczne. Będziesz musiał osobno zakupić przełączniki, przełączniki dźwigniowe, przełączniki obrotowe, enkodery lub potencjometry.

Podłącz i graj

To w pełni funkcjonalna jednostka, którą należy podłączyć za pośrednictwem pinów złącza IDC z tyłu płytki drukowanej do płyty kontrolera. Wymagane jest programowanie.
Informacje o układzie pinów są albo wydrukowane na płytce drukowanej, albo dostarczone w osobnej karcie katalogowej.

Plug and Play

Ta wersja jest fabrycznie zaprogramowana i gotowa do użycia z Twoim preferowanym oprogramowaniem do symulacji lotów.
Wystarczy podłączyć, zainstalować dołączone pliki konfiguracyjne i jesteś gotowy do lotu!

Uwaga dotyczÄ…ca zasilania:
Ponieważ panele można łączyć w szereg za pomocą złączy zasilających, produkty jednotablicowe nie zawierają adaptera zasilania 12V. Tylko jeden adapter jest wymagany do zasilenia całego niestandardowego układu kokpitu. Zasilacz służy wyłącznie do podświetlenia, a nie do podstawowych funkcji produktu.

Pokrętła

Wszystkie pokrętła to wysokiej jakości, żywiczne komponenty drukowane w technologii 3D z realistycznymi wzorami. Dostarczane są z mocowaniem na wał D.
W przypadku modyfikacji lub specjalnych wymagań prosimy o kontakt z naszym zespołem wsparcia.

Wskaźniki

Wskaźniki są zasilane przez silniki serwomechanizmów SG90, kompatybilne z większością dostępnych płyt kontrolerów. Każda jednostka zawiera jeden lub dwa wstępnie zamontowane silniki serwomechanizmów.

Kalibracja musi być wykonana za pośrednictwem oprogramowania lub oprogramowania układowego.

Tam, gdzie to określono, używamy silników krokowych 28BY z płytą sterownika ULN2003.

Elektronika

Elektronika dostępna jest w postaci kompletnych pakietów lub pojedynczych komponentów. Wybierając kolor lub typ, otrzymasz określoną ilość wybranego produktu.

Płytki PCB

Tylko płytka PCB: Zawiera tylko samą płytkę PCB. Możesz zamówić komponenty osobno.

Płytka PCB + komponenty elektroniczne: Zawiera pustą płytkę PCB plus wszystkie niezbędne komponenty do samodzielnego lutowania.

Lutowana płytka PCB: Całkowicie wylutowana i przetestowana przez nas. Gotowa do podłączenia do płyty kontrolera i zaprogramowania.

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