Whether you are a commercial fisherman or just love the sport, an electronic fish finder can be an invaluable tool. It can literally take all of the guesswork out of choosing the best fishing spot. While there's nothing wrong with fishing the traditional way, a fish finder can keep you reeling them in all day long. They are very affordable and are compact enough to be used on the smallest of boats.

We carry all the lines of marine electronics: Garmin, Raymarine, Interphase, Humminbird fish finder, often misunderstood as humming bird, Lowrance fish finder and others. Buy yourself a fishfinder, the perfect boating accessory, to increase your haul of fish. Grab your rod and reel fishing pole, attach your favorite lure, get busy tugging some lip.

How Fish Finders Work

The concept of many electronic fish finders is simple; however, how they actually work is far from straightforward. Almost all fish finders work using sound waves. A small electrical impulse is released and converted to a sound wave, which transmits through the water. Initially, the sound wave is narrow, but as it penetrates the water, it spreads into a beam. The frequency is inaudible to both humans and the fish. When this sound wave hits an object, it transmits back to the original source, and then shows its results on a screen. The device calculates the distance to the object by using the amount of time between the sound wave leaving the unit and returning. Depending on how good the fish finder is, it will then display the size, shape and even give you an idea as to where the fish is located. The display will often show you the bottom of the bed, alongside all plants and sediments. Each fish finder has its own symbol for what it believes may be a fish, and it displays this information on the screen.

Things to Consider Before You Purchase a Fish Finder

Although fish finders come in various styles and offer different options, there are basically two different types, single frequency and dual frequency. Single frequency devices are much better suited for lake fishing, or fishing in shallow coastal areas. Dual frequency fish finders also referred to as dual beam are more suitable for deep sea fishing. The transducers on these models limit the size of the beam of sound lowering the frequency.

The display screens can range from a compact four inch size all the way to seven inches or more and are available in various display resolutions. Higher resolution screens produce clearer images and larger screens will give you a wider view of the landscape beneath your boat. Color screens are also a better choice if you do a lot of fishing in full sun because you will be able to see the display better.

Power is another thing that you need to think about before purchasing a fish finder. Generally, the more power the device has the better the display images will be. Power also determines the depth at which the fish finder works and the quality of the sound frequencies. The depth specifications listed on our website are based on using the device in clear water. Murky water or saltwater will limit how deep the sonar can penetrate into the water.

Tips For Mounting A Fish Finder

To obtain the most accurate readings, the fish finders transducer should be mounted in an area where it will have a smooth flow of water at any speed. It should never be mounted at the thru-hull fittings or behind the boats ribs. On hull boats the transducer should be mounted at least one foot from the lower unit of the engine. On an aluminum boat, the transducer works best if mounted between two ribs.

Eagle Fish Finders

Reliability, quality and excellent performance have combined to push Eagle electronic fish finders to the number one sonar brand in the United States. While their fish finders are packed with lots of features, they are still affordable. Along with accuracy, Eagle also strives to make their products very easy to use. From tournament pros and commercial fisherman to weekend anglers, Eagle has been a favorite choice since 1982.

Humminbird Fish Finders

For more than 30 years Humminbird has been one of the most popular brands of fish finders in the United States. A leader in sonar innovation, Humminbird introduced the very first waterproof depth sounder in 1975. Since 1987, Humminbird has lead the market with the number one selling electronic fish finder in both the sport and commercial industry. Today, Humminbird is available in more than 100 countries. Humminbird continues to lead the innovation in this market with brilliant new technology and craftsmanship.

Lowrance Fish Finders

Lowrance is very well known for a wide range of electronic marine products. They offer fish finders in a wide variety of sizes that are ideal for any size boat. They also offer competitive prices that will accommodate any type of budget. Lowrance high definition fish finders provide clear images and  are especially designed to be expandable. Since designing and manufacturing the world's first high frequency fish finder in 1959, Lowrance has been a leader in marine electronics.

Garmin Fish Finders

From an idea to a finished product, Garmin's goal is customer satisfaction. The company manufactures products that are not only innovative and convenient, but that also provide quality performance and value. Garmin offers a wide range of electronic fish finders from a budget friendly 100 watt model all the way up to a 500 watt model that offers one of the clearest displays on the market. Their fish finder line is top quality, they provide a wide range of products that suit many different implementations.

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