Sonda sondująca P79S SmartDucer do przyklejania (złącze DeviceNet + adapter STng)

The P79S SmartDucer transducer is a glue-on transducer, meaning it is installed inside the fiberglass hull of your boat. No drilling is required. It is attached using epoxy resin in a suitable location on the hull, ensuring direct contact without bubbles with the hull material.

No, one of the main advantages of the Raymarine P79S transducer is that it requires no hull drilling. It is a glue-on transducer designed to be installed inside a fiberglass hull, which greatly simplifies the installation process and preserves hull integrity.

The P79S transducer is a SmartDucer that integrates the signal processing electronics. It connects via a DeviceNet connector, compliant with NMEA 2000 specifications. A SeaTalkNG adapter is included, ensuring plug-and-play integration with Raymarine NMEA 2000 and SeaTalkNG compatible navigation systems, such as multifunction displays (MFD) and instruments.

The SmartDucer concept means that the signal processing electronics are directly integrated into the transducer itself. This eliminates the need for an external dedicated sounder module, simplifying the navigation system architecture and reducing integration costs.

The main advantages of a glue-on transducer like the P79S are that it does not require drilling through the hull, preserving the boat's structural integrity and simplifying installation. Additionally, it adds no hydrodynamic drag, which is particularly valued on racing sailboats. While it may exhibit a slight signal attenuation compared to a through-hull transducer, its performance remains suitable for coastal and offshore navigation.

The P79S transducer is specifically designed for installation on solid fiberglass hulls. It is not suitable for wooden, steel, aluminum hulls, or fiberglass hulls with a core (sandwich) without specific preparation to remove the core at the transducer location.