New design -ABYSS deep/standard drop Mount - 1KW Airmar/Furuno Transducer -BACK IN STOCK

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•first 2 photos are the new design• The 1KW transducer is like dragging a brick through water. That's why it can be a challenge to get it to read at speed! Every setup guide tells you to "skim" the surface. But skimming puts your transducer in the worst possible water—the turbulent, aerated mess your hull creates as it slices through at speed. You lose image quality above 4 knots, fish arches disappear, and bottom definition turns to clutter. So the transducer needs to be positioned where the cleanest water is, but something is holding it back... -The plastic factory designed mounting. 4 problems. 4 design decisions. The ABYSS mount is not just another heavy duty factory replacement mount. Whilst vibration is definitely an issue with the plastic factory mounting, this alone is not a primary concern among users. Whilst this needs to be addressed, strength in the bracket alone will not get you a better read. The first and foremost concern is positioning ability. The factory design has very limited ability to position the transducer in clean water and angle adjustment is difficult, relying on wedges to change angle. Secondly, very closely behind, is the distance from the leading edge of the transducer to the transom, so the transducer needed to get as close as possible to the transom for the best results, accessing the cleanest water. We see that some other cheaper brackets on the market are simply laser cut and folded designs that certainly address the issue of reducing vibration, but we chose not to go with that design because part of the mount can still affect water surrounding the transducer. We wanted just the transducer to run through the water with nothing else to potentially create turbulence or keep turbulence close by. The third issue was depth. We found that many users weren't getting results because their boat would cause surface layer turbulence and the factory mount and other aftermarket designs could not get below the surface of this turbulent layer. The ABYSS mount can get up to 40mm deeper than the original factory mount. Other cut and folded mounts won't achieve that type of extra depth, and we didn't want to add pressure on the existing three set screws that hold the transducer to the plate — so the idea of needing to lengthen these screws wasn't ideal. The fourth consideration was the distance between transducer and transom due to the factory kick up mechanism. Having this design increases this distance to approximately 60mm plus any wedges used. This had to be removed for the transducer to get against the transom in the cleanest water. What you get with the ABYSS mount design. Standard and deep drop capacity in one mount Abyss comes with reversible rear fixing plate — flip it for deep drop or standard drop positioning depending on your hull requirements. Maximum versatility in one mount. Transom-flush positioning on steep deadrise anglesEven with a 30-degree transom angle, the ABYSS lets the transducer sit tight against the hull. The cleanest water is right at the transom. Quick angle, height, and fore/aft adjustmentNo wedges, no guesswork. Adjust on the water and test same-day. Loosen bolts, reposition, tighten, and immediately see the result on your screen. Find your sweet spot in one session instead of multiple haul-outs. Rock-solid stainless steel constructionMinimises turbulence caused by the bulky, vibrating factory plastic design. Built to last a lifetime in harsh saltwater conditions with zero flex or rattle. Easy cable retrofit with rear slot designNo need to disconnect the entire cable setup during installation. Slide the cable into the rear slot and you're done. Saves hours of work. Optional accessories The ABYSS accepts Spray Guard Support Tabs (sold separately) for mounting a custom deflection plate. We provide DIY videos showing how to fabricate your own plate, or contact me and I'll help you design one. Add the ABYSS Jackplate for ultimate adjustability Pair this mount with the ABYSS Jackplate (sold separately) for tool-free height adjustment in under a minute — one-time fitting. No redrilling, no resealing — just loosen four nuts, slide to the new position, and tighten. The jackplate also lets you stow the transducer up for road travel and beach launching, protecting your investment from impact damage. Compatibility Suits: TM185, TM260, TM265, TM270, TM275 (standard single-cable models) Does not fit: Furuno DFF-3D 1kW transducers with dual cables exiting the top of the housing. Does not fit TM165. Contact us if you need a mount for either model — we have solutions. What's included in the kit ABYSS mount with dual-position rear plate — deep drop and standard drop 4 transom fixings suited to your hull type (aluminium or fibreglass) Insulation washers and rear fixing barrier for aluminium hulls Free shipping Australia-wide. New Zealand, U.S. and international customers — shipping calculated at checkout. Select your hull type (Aluminium or Fibreglass) when ordering. Each kit includes the correct hardware for your boat. When you buy the mount with Aluminium fixings, the kit includes an HDPE barrier plate to prevent dissimilar metal corrosion between stainless and aluminium. if you have questions about fit or setup, contact me directly — Steve Rogers, TIG Integrity. * PLEASE NOTE FOR U.S CUSTOMERS. From July 24th US government policies have increased import duties from 10% to 52% of item valuation so you will see an increased duties tax in the purchase summary page. Show more