Through-hull fitting plug (Depth)

The B&G Housing Plug (Depth) is a sealing plug designed specifically to seal depth sounder housing ports. It maintains hull watertightness when a depth sounder is not installed.

Its primary role is to prevent water from entering the transducer housing. It is used when the depth sounder is removed for maintenance, replacement, or if the housing is empty, thereby ensuring the integrity and watertightness of the hull.

The product reference (SKU) for this blanking plug is SEN-PLUG-DPT.

Yes, the Housing Plug (Depth) is an official accessory from B&G, known for its marine navigation electronic equipment.

The weight of this blanking plug is approximately 0.1 kilogram.

It is essential if you remove your depth sounder transducer and want to maintain hull watertightness without leaving the housing empty. It also protects the inside of the housing from marine debris and fouling.

The term 'Depth' indicates that this plug is specifically designed for depth sounder or speed/depth transducer housings, ensuring precise fit and watertight sealing for this application.

As a B&G nautical accessory, the Housing Plug (Depth) is designed for marine environments and offers resistance to typical marine conditions, though specific materials are not detailed.

This plug is specifically designed for Airmar B&G speed/depth transducer housings. It is engineered to fit these housing types precisely to ensure optimal watertightness.

The B&G Housing Plug (Depth) is specifically designed for Airmar B&G speed/depth transducer housings. Compatibility with housings from other brands or models is not guaranteed.

The product is described as being for speed/depth transducer bays. It is therefore designed to fit bays that can accommodate both speed and depth transducers.

To verify compatibility, ensure your transducer housing is an Airmar B&G model designed for speed/depth transducers. Refer to the specifications and documentation of your current transducer housing.

The B&G Housing Plug (Depth) is offered under a single reference, SEN-PLUG-DPT, indicating a standardized size for compatible Airmar B&G housings.

Installing a blanking plug is usually straightforward. It is designed to fit and seal the transducer housing. For optimal watertightness, it is recommended to follow any specific instructions provided with the product or the transducer housing.

Generally, installing the B&G Housing Plug (Depth) does not require any specific tools. It is designed to be inserted by hand into the dedicated housing.

The plug is designed to provide a seal on its own. For added security, a thin film of marine grease can be applied to the contact surfaces to ease insertion and potentially improve the seal.

Yes, to ensure correct installation and effective watertightness, it is strongly recommended to ensure the transducer housing is clean and dry before inserting the plug.

The plug is designed to be removed manually. A slight twist or a firm pull should be sufficient. It is important to avoid using metal tools that could damage the plug or the transducer housing.

Yes, the B&G Housing Plug (Depth) is designed to seal the housing permanently. It can remain in place as long as the depth transducer is not installed, ensuring continuous protection and watertight integrity of the hull.