Faria Euro Black Digital Depth Sounder – In-Hull Transducer Included (FAR 12851)
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In-Hull Depth Sensing in Faria’s Sleek Euro Black Style
The Faria Euro Black FAR 12851 is a complete in-dash digital depth sounder that reads depth through the hull — no transom drilling, no below-waterline fittings. It ships with an in-hull transducer, 20 feet of cable, and all mounting hardware, making it a self-contained kit for boaters who want a clean installation on a solid fiberglass hull.
The Euro Black series features Faria’s modern matte black face with a sleek bezel profile — a contemporary look that suits sport boats, bass boats, and any dash where a clean, low-profile aesthetic is the priority.
Key Features
- In-Hull Transducer Included — Mounts inside the hull using epoxy or transducer oil; no through-hull fitting or below-waterline penetration required; includes 20 ft of cable and mounting hardware
- 199 ft Depth Range — Covers the full range of coastal, lake, and river recreational boating applications
- Oversized Backlit Display — Large, easy-to-read digits with backlighting for clear visibility in all conditions including direct sunlight and low-light night operation
- Deep and Shallow Water Alarms — Audible and visual alerts for both ends of the depth range; programmable to your preferred thresholds
- Programmable Keel Offset — Adjust the depth reading at the display to reflect true depth below the keel rather than below the transducer
- Automatic Gain Control — Automatically adjusts signal sensitivity for consistent depth readings across varying bottom types and water conditions
- Selectable Imperial or Metric Readout — Switch between feet and meters to suit your preference
- Standard 2-1/16" Gauge Hole — Drops into any standard instrument panel cutout; no custom fabrication required
- Euro Black Styling — Matte black face with slim bezel profile; matches the full Faria Euro Black 2" gauge family for a cohesive dash appearance
Best Use Case
The FAR 12851 is the right choice for sport boat, bass boat, and performance powerboat owners with solid single-layer fiberglass hulls who want a depth sounder without any exterior hull work — and who prefer the Euro Black’s modern, low-profile aesthetic over the traditional stainless and white Chesapeake SS look.
The in-hull installation keeps the transom and hull exterior completely clean, which is particularly valuable on trailered boats where transom-mount transducers are exposed to damage during launching and retrieval.
For a matched Euro Black instrument panel, pair it with other gauges from the Faria Euro 2" Fuel Level Gauge, Oil Pressure Gauge, Water Temperature Gauge, or Voltmeter from the Euro series.
Prefer a transom-mount installation? See the Faria Euro Black Depth Sounder – Transom Mount (FAR 12850). For the Chesapeake SS White style with in-hull transducer, see the Faria Chesapeake SS White Depth Sounder – In-Hull (FAR 13851). For the Chesapeake Black in-hull version, see the Faria Chesapeake Black Depth Sounder – In-Hull (FAR 13751).
Parts Desk Insights
Best for: Boaters with solid single-layer fiberglass hulls who want to avoid exterior hull work and prefer the Euro Black’s contemporary styling. If your hull has a foam core, balsa core, or any cored construction, an in-hull transducer will not work reliably — choose the transom-mount FAR 12850 instead.
Hull compatibility is critical: In-hull transducers only transmit through solid, void-free fiberglass. Test placement with a transducer oil-filled bag or temporary cup before committing to a permanent epoxy installation. A poor location is the most common cause of weak or lost signal at speed.
Placement tip: Position the transducer as far aft as possible on the centerline, in a section of hull that stays submerged at speed and is free of strakes, ribs, hull steps, and air pockets. Test multiple locations before final installation to confirm signal quality.
Installation method: Use mineral oil or dedicated transducer oil for the test phase, then marine-grade epoxy for the permanent mount. Do not use silicone — it can attenuate or block the sonar signal entirely.
Euro Black panel note: The FAR 12851 uses the same Euro Black bezel and face as the rest of the Faria Euro 2" gauge lineup. If you’re building a full Euro Black panel, all 2" gauges in the series share the same profile and finish for a seamless look.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 3–4 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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If you are not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 30 days of delivery. All returns must receive pre-approval prior to being sent back. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
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