Airmar SS164 1 kW Flush Mount Transducer for Marine Fish Finders

Engineered for speed-minded fishing boats and trailerable craft, the SS164 delivers high-definition depth readings without the drag of a bulky fairing. Its flush-mount design sits just 6.35 mm (1/4") outside the hull, preserving running performance while enduring the rigors of saltwater use. The ceramic transducer arrays are tilted inside the stainless housing to maximize energy directly beneath the boat, producing stable, crisp bottom returns even at high speeds and choppy seas.

Key advantages that set this transducer apart

• 1 kW power provides consistent depth performance down to 500 m (1,640 ft), ideal for offshore and deep-water fishing scenarios.
• Two precise frequency options for versatile scouting:
  • 50 kHz with a wide 22° beam (effective up to 500 m)
  • 200 kHz with a narrow 6° beam (effective up to 244 m)
• Depth plus fast-response water-temperature sensor gives you immediate bottom readings and real-time water conditions—great for predicting fish behavior and planning your approach.
• Broad compatibility with any 600 W or 1 kW echosounder ensures you can pair it with most fish finder systems without extra adapters.
• Robust, low-profile stainless steel housing designed for all hull materials, resisting corrosion in saltwater environments.
• Center-console and trailered boat friendly—the ultra-flat profile minimizes protrusion, reduces drag, and has no adverse impact on boat handling or speed.

What problems this transducer solves

When quick, reliable depth data matters, the SS164’s high-output design and vertical-energy optimization deliver faster, more accurate bottom reads, even at distance or when conditions are less than ideal. The flush-mount approach eliminates interference with hull flow and reduces snag risks during trailering or shallow-water launches. With integrated temperature sensing, you gain actionable context for fish behavior, thermoclines, and water column structure—helping you plan precise cast zones and bait deployment.

Ideal use cases

• Tournament and sport-fishing vessels that operate at speed and need dependable depth data without a bulky fairing.
• Center-console and trailer boats where hull clearance and drag reduction are priorities.
• Saltwater and brackish environments requiring durable stainless steel construction and long-term reliability.
• Anglers who rely on water temperature alongside depth to locate active fish quickly.

With the Airmar SS164, you’re choosing a transducer backed by a legacy of marine-grade engineering. It’s built to deliver precise, repeatable sonar performance across a wide range of vessel types and echosounders, helping you fish smarter, not harder.