Imagine navigating open waters with instant access to depth, speed through water, trip logs, and sea temperature—all on one compact, crystal-clear display. The Raymarine i50 Tridata system transforms your helm into a command center, delivering critical data without cluttering your dashboard. Perfect for sailors racing tight courses, anglers scouting shallows, or cruisers plotting long passages, this instrument pulls double duty as both primary readout and reliable repeater.
What sets it apart? Its intuitive three-line layout prioritizes the info you need most—oversized depth and speed figures that glance-readable even from across the cockpit. Red backlighting cuts through night fog or glare, ensuring you’re never guessing in low light. Boaters rave about how it simplifies decision-making, from avoiding reefs to optimizing hull speed.
Standout Features That Deliver Real-World Performance
Triple-Line Readout Mastery: Simultaneously monitor depth, speed/log, and temperature. Switch effortlessly to max speed, average speed, or VMG (velocity made good) for tactical sailing advantages.
Smart Alarms for Safety: Customizable shallow water, deep anchor, and anchor alarms sound off before trouble hits, giving you peace of mind in unfamiliar anchorages.
Night-Optimized Visibility: High-contrast LCD with adjustable red backlight preserves night vision while making data pop against any backdrop.
Compact Yet Commanding: At just 4.22 inches wide and 4.52 inches tall, it fits tight helms but dominates with large, bold digits.
Energy Efficient: Sips power—under 1W as a repeater—ideal for battery-conscious setups on extended voyages.
Effortless Networking and Expansion
Built around SeaTalkng (with NMEA2000 and legacy SeaTalk compatibility), the i50 Tridata slots into your existing Raymarine ecosystem. Pair it with multifunction displays like a-Series or e-Series for a unified network, or use it standalone with the included transducers. No data conflicts—multiple sources sync seamlessly, letting you repeater depth from a forward sensor while logging speed from the bow.
For racers, integrate with wind instruments for VMG calculations that shave seconds off your times. Cruisers appreciate repeating data to the cabin for family briefings. Keypad controls keep operations glove-friendly, even in choppy seas.
Rugged Build for Harsh Marine Conditions
IPX6 waterproofing shrugs off spray, rain, and washdowns. Operating from -20°C to +55°C, it thrives in tropical squalls or northern chills. The nylon thru-hull transducers—one for depth (M78713-PZ style), one for speed/temp (E26031 style)—mount flush for clean hull lines and accurate readings up to 45 feet of cable length.
Surface mount with included hardware, or grab a trunnion kit for angled views. Low-profile design complements sleek modern dashes, upgrading older ST60+ setups without panel surgery.
Practical Applications Across Boating Styles
Fishing Pros: Track bottom structure with depth trends and temp layers for finding bait balls.
Racing Enthusiasts: Race timers (count-up and dual start sequences) plus logs for post-race analysis.
Weekend Cruisers: Speed-over-ground via GPS integration helps plot efficient routes, while trip logs log your adventures.
Users often highlight its reliability over seasons—minimal calibration drift means consistent performance year after year.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
Specification
Details
Display Size
3.6-inch segmented LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H)
4.22 x 1.7 x 4.52 inches
Waterproof Rating
IPX6
Power Consumption
<1W (display), up to 200mA with transducers
Voltage Range
10-16V DC
Operating Temperature
-20°C to +55°C
Connections
2x SeaTalkng, transducer interfaces
Interface
Keypad controls
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the i50 Tridata display speed over ground without extra GPS?
Yes, when networked via SeaTalkng to a compatible GPS source, it overlays speed over ground (SOG) alongside water speed for precise navigation insights.
