Upgrade your boating experience with a complete triad of essential data displays that deliver precision and reliability on the water. This thoughtfully curated package brings together the i50 Depth, i50 Speed, and i60 Wind instruments, complete with their dedicated transducers, so you can monitor critical navigation metrics without missing a beat. Whether you’re racing competitively, cruising leisurely, or anchoring in unfamiliar waters, these instruments provide the clear, actionable insights needed to navigate confidently.
Why Boaters Trust This All-in-One Instrumentation Setup
Imagine glancing at your helm and instantly knowing your precise depth to avoid shallows, your true speed through choppy waves, and wind shifts that could alter your course. That’s the everyday reality with this system. Engineered for marine environments, each display features oversized, high-contrast digits that pop against the LCD screen, ensuring readability from wide angles even in bright sunlight or pitch-black nights thanks to the signature red backlighting. Local dimming lets you fine-tune visibility on the fly, while simple push-button navigation keeps operations intuitive—even with gloves on during a foul-weather sail.
What sets this apart from piecemeal setups? Seamless integration via SeaTalkng, NMEA 2000, and legacy SeaTalk compatibility means it slots effortlessly into your existing Raymarine ecosystem or starts fresh without compatibility headaches. Low power draw keeps your batteries happy on long passages, and the IPX6 waterproof rating shrugs off spray, rain, or rogue waves.
Breakdown of Each Instrument and Its Real-World Value
i50 Depth: Your Anchor and Safety Guardian
Diving deeper than basic readouts, the i50 Depth instrument connects directly to its thru-hull transducer for real-time measurements. Track current depth alongside minimum and maximum values over your voyage—perfect for charting safe anchorages or monitoring silting in familiar marinas. Set customizable shallow and deep alarms to alert you audibly before trouble strikes, and anchor-specific alarms ensure you drop hook at the ideal scope every time. It’s not just data; it’s peace of mind for coastal explorers and liveaboards alike.
i50 Speed: Performance Metrics for Speed Enthusiasts
From thru-hull speed sensor precision, get boat speed through water, GPS-referenced speed over ground (SOG), velocity made good (VMG) to optimize tacks, and averages/max speeds for post-sail analysis. Log trip distances, monitor water temperature for fishing hot spots, and deploy built-in countdown timers for race starts. Racers love the count-up timer for elapsed time tracking, while cruisers appreciate how it eliminates guesswork in current-heavy channels.
i60 Wind: Analog Precision Meets Digital Smarts
The standout i60 Wind pairs a classic analog dial for intuitive wind angle visualization with a crisp LCD for speed, Beaufort scale, gusts, VMG, and tack data. Paired with the short-arm masthead vane (ideal for sailboats to minimize windage aloft), it calculates true wind when networked with a compass or speed data. Alarms for high/low apparent angles, low true speeds, and gust peaks keep you proactive during squalls or light-air drifts. Nighttime red illumination makes it a helm favorite when stars are your only light.
Effortless Installation and Expansion
This package arrives ready to go with transducers and lengthy cables—45 feet for depth and speed, 98 feet for wind—minimizing splicing hassles. Surface-mount with included low-profile kits or opt for trunnion brackets; the compact 110mm x 115mm footprint mirrors legacy ST60+ models for drop-in upgrades. Power it from 12V DC (10-16V range), and watch it sip under 1W as a repeater or max 2.4W with transducers. Network multiple units or tie into multifunction displays, autopilots, and color instruments for a unified cockpit command center. Operating from -20°C to +55°C and up to 93% humidity, it’s built to thrive where lesser gear falters.
Key Technical Highlights
Display Excellence: Razor-sharp LCDs with extra-large digits and red backlighting
Networking: SeaTalkng, SeaTalk-1, NMEA 2000 for versatile connectivity
Durability: IPX6 waterproof, rugged marine-grade construction
Efficiency: Low power (45-65mA display only), 12V DC nominal
Mounting: Surface or optional bracket, glove-friendly controls
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this package integrate with older Raymarine systems?
Yes, thanks to SeaTalkng, SeaTalk-1, and NMEA 2000 support, it upgrades seamlessly from ST60+ instruments while expanding to modern multifunction displays and autopilots.
