Airmar TM165C-HW Transducer High Wide CHIRP With Navico 9-Pin

The Airmar TM165C-HW Transducer High Wide CHIRP With Navico 9-Pin delivers the precision fish-finding performance serious anglers and boaters demand when they're committed to understanding what's beneath the hull. Built for modern chartplotters and sonar systems operating on the Navico network, this high-wide CHIRP transducer transforms raw sonar data into detailed underwater imagery, revealing structure, thermoclines, and target fish with remarkable clarity. Whether you're running offshore for stripers and walleye or navigating shallow freshwater lakes, this transducer bridges the gap between entry-level sonar and premium multi-frequency systems.

CHIRP (Compressed High-Intensity Radar Pulse) technology sweeps across a frequency band rather than pulsing at a single point, generating superior target separation and definition in both shallow and deep water. The high-wide beam design maximizes lateral coverage and vertical range simultaneously, allowing you to scan a broader swath of water column without sacrificing depth penetration—critical when operating in variable bottom conditions or searching open basins. The Navico 9-pin connector ensures seamless integration with compatible Garmin, Lowrance, and Simrad chartplotters and sounder units, delivering dependable plug-and-play compatibility. At 5 pounds, the transducer sits at a manageable weight for both transom and in-hull mounting configurations, with proven durability across freshwater and saltwater environments.

This transducer excels for anglers upgrading from single-frequency sonar or transitioning to a new vessel with Navico-integrated electronics. Recreational and professional guides alike benefit from the real-time sonar resolution during live bite windows, when the difference between a faint mark and a confident school can determine your day on the water. Installation is straightforward on any vessel with compatible 9-pin Navico sounder architecture—verify your chartplotter model against the Navico ecosystem before purchase to ensure full feature compatibility.