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00:52 16 October 2023
Depth Speed Transducers
DaleMoon at 12/08/2020 15:33:17
There are a few posts on this subject, but most from 5 to 10 years ago, so I hope no one minds if I revisit it.
I am replacing my entire instrument system as the original 1986 B&G system has finally given up. The existing depth transducer is on the centre line in the heads. It seems that the standard triducer that comes with most systems these days is the Airmar DST800 or a variant, which requires a 2 inch hole cut through the hull, (the current housing is much smaller). I’m concerned about the extra fairing, particularly as hoist straps often end up lifting directly under the transducer. Also, with has anyone fitted a triducer in this position, and does it give an accurate speed/log reading?
Any experience with this or other solutions would be very welcome.
Many thanks, Pete Fowler, Dale Moon
00:52 16 October 2023
Depth Speed Transducers
George Isted at 30/10/2020 06:28:01
Hi Pete,
yes I have fitted the transducer centrally on a number of Co32’s, you are best to use the bronze transducer housing supplied by JR Ltd and bonding this in position as the plastic one supplied with the DST800 is designed for mounting against a flat surface rather than the V that we have on the Co32 centre line.