Airmar B260 - Through-hull bronze transducer 1kW (50/200kHz) with fairing block + temperature – (8-pin)

The Garmin Airmar B260 is a 1 kW transducer operating on two main frequencies: 50 kHz and 200 kHz.

At 50 kHz, the transducer can reach a depth of 762 meters (2500 feet) with a 19° beam. At 200 kHz, its maximum range is 305 meters (1000 feet) with a narrower 6° beam for improved target resolution.

Yes, the Garmin Airmar B260 transducer is equipped with an integrated sensor that provides water temperature data.

The Airmar B260 transducer housing is made of bronze, making it robust and suitable for certain hull types.

This is a through-hull transducer, meaning it is designed to be installed by drilling a hole through the boat's hull, with the transducer passing through the hull.

The B260 depth sounder, when installed with its high-performance fairing shoe, maintains optimal performance and stable bottom tracking up to speeds of 30 knots (approximately 55 km/h).

At 50 kHz, the transducer has a wide 19° beam, ideal for broad coverage. At 200 kHz, the beam is narrower at 6°, providing better target resolution and detail.

The Airmar B260 transducer, with its bronze housing, is specifically recommended for installation on fiberglass or wooden hulls.

No, it is essential not to install a transducer with a bronze housing on a metal hull (such as aluminum or steel) to prevent electrolytic corrosion.

The Garmin Airmar B260 transducer is equipped with an 8-pin connector, making it compatible with Garmin sounders and displays featuring an 8-pin transducer port.

No, the B260 is a conventional transducer (non-CHIRP). It is designed for use with conventional fishfinders, not CHIRP systems. CHIRP systems require specific transducer models.

The B260 sounder is designed to operate optimally on hulls with a deadrise angle of up to 20°, thanks to its keel shoe design.

Yes, with its 1 kW power and ability to reach 762 m at 50 kHz, the B260 transducer is well suited for detecting fish and structures in deep water.

Yes, the high-performance fairing block is supplied and its installation is essential to optimize transducer performance, ensure clean water flow, and stable bottom tracking, especially at high speeds.

Yes, installing the anti-rotation bolt is mandatory to securely fix the keel shoe and prevent it from turning while the boat is underway.

For the B260 transducer body, a 33 mm (1-5/16") hole is required. A 14 mm (9/16") hole must also be drilled for the anti-rotation bolt.

The keel shoe must be installed parallel to the boat’s keel. The end of the shoe with the arrows or triangular cutout must always point forward (toward the bow).

Yes, using a high-quality marine sealant suitable for below-waterline applications is essential to ensure a watertight seal and prevent water ingress into the hull.

It is crucial to shape the skeg shoe so that it fits the hull as precisely as possible. A gap of more than 3 mm (1/8") between the shoe and the hull must be avoided, as water could enter and cause issues.

Yes, specific anti-fouling coatings such as Foulfree (Airmar-certified) can be applied to the transducer face without affecting its performance, helping to prevent marine growth.