AIRMAR® SS60 (12° tilt)

The Garmin Airmar SS60 transducer is a 600 W through-hull transducer designed for depth and water temperature sensing. It features Airmar’s Tilted Element™ technology and is optimized with a 12° internal tilt to compensate for hull angle, ensuring a vertical sonar beam.

The SS60 transducer operates on two primary frequencies: 50 kHz and 200 kHz. The 50 kHz is suited for deeper water penetration, while the 200 kHz provides better resolution and more precise detail in shallower water.

The Airmar SS60 transducer has a nominal power of 600 W. This power is suitable for most fishing and coastal/inshore navigation applications.

Airmar's Tilted Element™ technology integrates the transducer element at a specific angle inside the depth sounder housing. This compensates for the hull angle (deadrise) and ensures the sonar beam is directed straight to the bottom, improving performance and accuracy without requiring an external fairing block.

The 12° tilt indicates the internal angle of the transducer element relative to the housing. This tilt is specifically designed for hulls with a deadrise angle (hull angle relative to horizontal) of 8° to 15°, allowing the sonar beam to be oriented vertically toward the seabed for optimal performance.

Yes, the Garmin Airmar SS60 transducer is equipped with an integrated water temperature sensor in addition to its depth detection function.

The Airmar SS60 transducer is made of stainless steel, providing high durability and excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments.

The Garmin Airmar SS60 transducer is supplied with an 8-pin Garmin connector. This connector is specific to compatible Garmin devices.

To maintain your Airmar SS60 transducer, it is recommended to clean it regularly to prevent the buildup of dirt, marine vegetation, or barnacles that could affect its performance. Use a soft brush and fresh water for cleaning. Avoid abrasive products or metal tools that could damage the transducer’s surface.

The SS60 transducer is compatible with many Garmin fishfinders and GPS/fishfinder combos equipped with an 8-pin transducer port. This typically includes Garmin echoMAP™ CHIRP, STRIKER™, and GPSMAP® series compatible with 600 W transducers.

The Garmin Airmar SS60 transducer is built with an 8-pin Garmin connector, making it directly compatible only with Garmin devices. Using it with other brands would require a specific adapter, but performance and compatibility are not guaranteed by Garmin.

The Airmar SS60 transducer is a traditional dual-frequency (50/200 kHz) transducer and is not natively a CHIRP transducer. To fully benefit from CHIRP technology, a transducer specifically designed for CHIRP and a CHIRP-compatible device are generally required.

The Garmin Airmar SS60 transducer is typically supplied with a 10-metre (approximately 33-foot) cable to facilitate installation on various types of boats.

No, the SS60 transducer connects directly to compatible Garmin GPS/depth sounder displays that have an 8-pin transducer port and 600 W capability. An external sounder module is not required unless your Garmin unit lacks an integrated sounder or you need advanced features.

The ideal location for a through-hull transducer like the SS60 is in an area where the water is calmest and least disturbed by turbulence, propellers, or other equipment. Avoid areas with air bubbles and ensure the transducer is permanently submerged. The location must also account for the hull's deadrise angle so that the 12° tilt is effective.

Yes, the Garmin Airmar SS60 transducer is covered by Garmin's manufacturer warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.