{"product_id":"faria-euro-black-digital-depth-sounder-in-hull-far-12851","title":"Faria Euro Black Digital Depth Sounder – In-Hull Transducer Included (FAR 12851)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIn-Hull Depth Sensing in Faria’s Sleek Euro Black Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-Hull Transducer Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e199 ft Depth Range\u003c\/strong\u003e — Covers the full range of coastal, lake, and river recreational boating applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOversized Backlit Display\u003c\/strong\u003e — Large, easy-to-read digits with backlighting for clear visibility in all conditions including direct sunlight and low-light night operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep and Shallow Water Alarms\u003c\/strong\u003e — Audible and visual alerts for both ends of the depth range; programmable to your preferred thresholds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable Keel Offset\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adjust the depth reading at the display to reflect true depth below the keel rather than below the transducer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Gain Control\u003c\/strong\u003e — Automatically adjusts signal sensitivity for consistent depth readings across varying bottom types and water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable Imperial or Metric Readout\u003c\/strong\u003e — Switch between feet and meters to suit your preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 2-1\/16\" Gauge Hole\u003c\/strong\u003e — Drops into any standard instrument panel cutout; no custom fabrication required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuro Black Styling\u003c\/strong\u003e — Matte black face with slim bezel profile; matches the full Faria Euro Black 2\" gauge family for a cohesive dash appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Use Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a matched Euro Black instrument panel, pair it with other gauges from the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-12801-euro-2-fuel-level-gauge-e-1-2-f-678-12801\"\u003eFaria Euro 2\" Fuel Level Gauge\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-12803-euro-2-oil-pressure-gauge-80-psi-678-12803\"\u003eOil Pressure Gauge\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-12812-euro-2-water-temperature-gauge-100-250f-678-12812\"\u003eWater Temperature Gauge\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-12821-euro-2-voltmeter-gauge-10-16-vdc-678-12821\"\u003eVoltmeter\u003c\/a\u003e from the Euro series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer a transom-mount installation? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-digital-depth-sounder-euro-black-transom-mount-far-12850\"\u003eFaria Euro Black Depth Sounder – Transom Mount (FAR 12850)\u003c\/a\u003e. For the Chesapeake SS White style with in-hull transducer, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-chesapeake-ss-white-digital-depth-sounder-in-hull-far-13851\"\u003eFaria Chesapeake SS White Depth Sounder – In-Hull (FAR 13851)\u003c\/a\u003e. For the Chesapeake Black in-hull version, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-digital-depth-sounder-chesapeake-black-in-hull-far-13751\"\u003eFaria Chesapeake Black Depth Sounder – In-Hull (FAR 13751)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/faria-digital-depth-sounder-euro-black-transom-mount-far-12850\"\u003eFAR 12850\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHull compatibility is critical:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEuro Black panel note:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199438848036,"sku":"678-12851","price":597.29,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/678-12850_e73b8dbc-97f0-4856-9c99-815d73cee2a3.jpg?v=1785605409","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/faria-euro-black-digital-depth-sounder-in-hull-far-12851","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}