Airmar B164 1KW Bronze TH 0 Deg Tilt 8 Pin Garmin

The Airmar B164 1KW Bronze TH 0 Deg Tilt 8 Pin Garmin transducer is the workhorse choice for serious anglers and boaters who demand reliable, accurate sonar in demanding saltwater and freshwater environments. Built for through-hull mounting on vessels ranging from center consoles to cabin cruisers, this bronze housing unit delivers the durability and performance that professional fishing guides and weekend warriors depend on for consistent bottom mapping, fish location, and depth readings in conditions where lesser transducers fail. Whether you're running shallow flats, offshore deep water, or anywhere in between, the B164 bronze construction resists corrosion and maintains crystal-clear imaging season after season.

The 1KW (1000-watt) power output provides superior target separation and bottom resolution across a wider operating range than lower-power alternatives, particularly valuable when fishing deeper water or through thermoclines where weak signals struggle. At zero degree tilt, this transducer mounts perpendicular to the hull bottom for optimal vertical sonar transmission and return—ideal for conventional through-hull applications where the transom sits level in the water. The 8-pin Garmin connector ensures seamless integration with Garmin's full ecosystem of marine electronics, including GPSMAP and echoMAP series units, without requiring adapter cables or interface boxes that compromise signal integrity.

This transducer suits fiberglass hull vessels where through-hull mounting is practical and preferred over transom shooting. The bronze housing and stainless-steel internal components handle prolonged saltwater exposure, making it equally at home on a Gulf Coast redfish platform or a Great Lakes walleye rig. Installation requires a through-hull fitting kit (sold separately) and basic marine plumbing knowledge; the 8-pin architecture plugs directly into compatible Garmin units for immediate sonar activation. At 12 lbs, the B164 is substantial enough to resist cavitation and vibration yet manageable for installation and maintenance.