Airmar P79S - Sondă de adâncime cu baie de ulei din plastic 100W cu compensare unghiului de carenă – (NMEA 2000)

An in-hull oil bath transducer is a type of transducer installed inside the boat’s hull. It transmits and receives sonar signals through the hull, eliminating the need to drill holes. The transducer is placed in a liquid-filled reservoir (typically propylene glycol) that ensures optimal acoustic coupling with the hull.

The Garmin Airmar P79S transducer has a power output of 100 W. This power is suitable for accurate depth detection on vessels up to 8 metres (26 feet).

The Airmar P79S transducer operates at a single frequency of 235 kHz. This frequency has been specifically selected to minimize mutual interference with other depth sounders that may be installed aboard your vessel.

The Garmin Airmar P79S transducer is designed to deliver accurate depth data. Thanks to its Smart™ Sensor technology, this data is processed directly within the sensor.

The Garmin Airmar P79S transducer provides a maximum depth detection range of up to 150 meters (500 feet).

Yes, the Airmar P79S transducer integrates Smart™ Sensor technology. This means it has embedded microelectronics that process depth signals directly within the sensor before transmitting them digitally.

The Garmin Airmar P79S transducer is compatible with any navigation system or display accepting NMEA 2000® data. It connects directly to the vessel's NMEA 2000 network.

The Airmar P79S transducer is recommended for solid fiberglass hulls. It is critical that the hull area beneath the transducer is free of coring materials (such as foam or balsa) that could absorb acoustic energy. It can also be epoxied to aluminum hulls less than 0.38 mm (0.150") thick.

No, one of the main advantages of the Airmar P79S transducer is that it installs inside the hull, eliminating the need to drill holes. This preserves the boat’s structural integrity and avoids turbulence under the hull.

The Airmar P79S transducer is designed with an adjustable mounting bracket that allows it to easily adapt and compensate for hull drift angles ranging from 2° to 22°.

For the installation of the Airmar P79S transducer, you will need the following items:

Silicone sealant (such as GE® Silicone I or Silicone II)
Vaseline
Propylene glycol (a non-toxic antifreeze/coolant) — approximately 71 ml (2.4 fl. oz.) to fill the reservoir.

Yes, the Airmar P79S transducer can be installed even when the boat is in the water, as it does not require hull drilling and is fully installed from inside the hull.

The Airmar P79S transducer is supplied with a 6-metre (20-foot) NMEA 2000 cable, fitted with a Micro connector for simplified integration.

The ideal location for the P79S transducer is an area of the fiberglass hull that is solid (without air bubbles or coring materials), that will always be in contact with water, and where the water flow under the hull is as smooth as possible, with minimal bubbles and turbulence. It is also important to keep it away from interference sources such as propellers, shafts, other machinery, or other depth sounders.

The 235 kHz frequency is used to avoid mutual interference with other depth sounders or electronic equipment on board the vessel. This is an advantage over classic dual-frequency transducers, which can sometimes create signal crossings.

The Airmar P79S depth sounder beam width is 7° at -3dB. A narrow beam is ideal for precise depth detection.

During installation, it is recommended to wear safety glasses, a dust mask, and hearing protection. Never pull the transducer by its cable, as this could damage internal connections. Do not use epoxy adhesives as they are too fragile, nor solvents that could damage the transducer's plastic parts. Ensure the hull is solid and free of core material at the chosen location.

Installing the Airmar P79S transducer in the engine compartment or any other hot area is not recommended. Mounting the transducer in a cool, well-ventilated zone is preferable to prevent potential overheating of the fluid in the tank.

Before permanent installation, it is recommended to test the chosen location. You can temporarily place the transducer inside the hull with a little water (in a thin plastic bag) or a water-based lubricant between the transducer and the hull, then observe the performance of the depth sounder. Compare this reading to a "baseline" obtained by holding the transducer submerged outside the boat. A good location will give a stable reading similar to the baseline.