October 23, 2013
Northern Lights To Feature New M1306 Series Genset At 2013 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Northern Lights will feature its latest innovation in clean, efficient marine power generation – the M1306A32 – at the 2013 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 31-November 4 at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center (Engine Tent booth 1228 and Yachting Tent booth 621). The M1306A32 is one of a new series generator set configurations, boasting kilowatt ratings from 355 to 400 at 60 Hz and 300 to 400 at 50 Hz, greatly expanding the Northern Lights marine generator product range.
September 25, 2013
Webasto Bluecool Air Conditioners Keep Climate On Course
Efficient, quiet and extremely compact, the BlueCool C-Series Chilled Water Air Conditioners from Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America have always provided a cool onboard environment. Now the new generation of BlueCool marine air conditioning systems for motorboats and yachts has arrived. The systems are feature rich and affordable, certain to be a welcome addition to Webasto’s popular marine air conditioning line. Keeping the air cool on board with increased efficiency and reduced size, the C-Series packs a
September 25, 2013
LED-Ringed Switches Combine Function and Beauty
The evolution of LED technology has expanded its applications to ever smaller devices, even marine switches. Bumping up the cool factor while enhancing visibility and ease of use, Hella Marine’s attractive new stainless steel LED switches are built to last. A bright red or blue LED ring surrounds each Hella marine push button switch, which measures approximately 1″ across. Made from 304 stainless steel, the panel switches serve a variety of interior and exterior applications, such
September 25, 2013
Correct Power Adapter Online Selector App
Need to Find The Correct Power Adapter? Furrion® has launched a unique online application that quickly identifies the correct Furrion adapter for any cordset, from any manufacturer. Just select the desired male and female pair and the application quickly specifies the correct adapter, which can be purchased online or from any Furrion dealer.
August 13, 2013
Outdoor Enthusiasts to Benefit from the New SPOT Gen3
SPOT adds customized tracking and enhanced power options to award-winning product line SPOT LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc. and leader in satellite messaging and emergency notification technologies, has announced SPOT Gen3, the next generation of the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger™. SPOT Gen3 offers enhanced functionality with more tracking features, improved battery performance and more power options including rechargeable and USB direct line power.
May 17, 2013
100 Amp Shore Power Devices Stand Up To Mother Nature
Ship-to-shore power devices are always stuck out in the elements, subjected to heat, cold, rain, snow or corrosive salt spray. Hubbel l Marine offers a high-quality line of 100 amp pin and sleeve plugs, connector bodies and components designed to withstand damaging marine conditions. Hubbel l Marine’s shore power inlets use a spring-loaded, gasketed cover that automatically closes when not in use, creating a weatherproof seal. Locking the cover makes it watertight. Inside, nickel-plated, solid brass pins ensure a reliable electrical contact . A high-impact thermoset contact carrier is resistant to arcing and overheating to enhance safety. Terminals are clearly marked for simple installation.
February 27, 2013
Isotherm Smart Energy Control Reduces OnBoard Power Use
With Isotherm Smart Energy Control, Indel Webasto Marine offers the opportunity to dramatically reduce on board power consumption for refrigeration appliances. This kit can be easily retrofitted to upgrade the energy saving capabilities of your existing Isotherm refrigeration product. The new CRUISE Elegance line provides a pre-formed location in the cabinet. How does it work ?
January 31, 2013
Dr. LED Festoon Bulb
There is no end of LED lights available now, entire fixtures as well as replacement bulbs. But Dr. LED’s new 360-degree festoon bulb replacement caught our attention recently because it is an excellent replacement for the bulbs found in established Perko navigation light fixtures. There are thousands of such navigation light systems installed and the Dr. LED festoon is designed to replace the Perko Fig 71 bulb.
January 24, 2013
Safe, Reliable Shore Power Connections Are Critical
Overheating due to poor electrical conductivity is the #1 cause of shore power failure. Older plug designs are notorious for burning out as a result of loose connections and corrosion. SmartPlug’s 30 amp connector and inlet have many features that greatly increase conductivity and reduce the possibility of overheating. The 30 amp inlet contains a trip thermostat, which cuts power in the unlikely event of overheating. It’s set to trip at 200ºF, just before wire insulation begins to soften, and restores the power once it has cooled back down to a safe temperature of around 120ºF. The SmartPlug’s sleeve design means that the body of the connector bears that tension, rather than the electrical pins.
August 24, 2012
Hubbell Y-Adapter for 50A Shore Cords
With increased electrical loads on larger boats these days, more marinas are being asked for 100A service when all they available on their dock is 50A service at a maximum. The new Hubbell Y Adapter will allow a safe marriage of two 50A outlets to one 100A cord to satisfy that demand from larger boats. The new YQ100Plus adapter is intelligent, in that it senses polarity and avoids any mis-wiring, using indicator lights to warn the operator if connections are correct or not. If needed, this adapter can also be used with only one 50A outlet band to balance the vessel needs with whatever power on the dock is available.
August 24, 2012
Climma Reverse Cycle heat-cool system
Extending the cruising system is the aim of the newly introduced Climma reverse-cycle heating and cooling systems for boats from 20 to about 55 feet in length. The Climma Compact systems are well-engineered from Europe and use the best of heat-pump technology that provide both heat in the shoulder seasons and welcome cooling in the sultry summer months – both from one compact system. All the components are included with the necessary plumbing and controls. AC power is needed for the compressor but the fans and pumps can be wired to use onboard 12v power.
June 27, 2012
GOST Security Systems
Small vessel security does not have to rely on awkward cables and locks, and easily lost keys. Instead GOST (Global Ocean Security Technology) has a very effective immobilizer technology that had a successful introduction after its launch at year ago. Winner of an Innovation Award at the Miami Boat Show, the new GOST immobilizer provides security by de-activating the battery so the start sequence is blocked if the user is unauthorized.
May 8, 2012
SmartPlug 50A Products
SmartPlug is extending its line of shore cord products with the recent introduction of 50-amp products. Complementing the successful 30A product line, the 50A series is designed for larger boats that had no alternative to the existing shore-cord and adapter system, one that has proved unreliable over time. SmartPlug has addressed the deficiencies of existing power cord systems with a positive connection design that leaves no room for arcing and hence increases reliability and electrical safety.
May 8, 2012
Charles Industries IMC Chargers
We were delighted to learn that one of the best-respected manufacturers of electrical components was fully recognized with an Innovation Award at the boat builders’ conference, IBEX last fall. The Charles IMC charger (IMC = Intelligent Marine Charger) took top honours in the electrical components category and for good reason. The new IMC line has all the important features that are needed in today’s complex marine electrics systems. It will charge up to four different battery banks in either 12 or 24-volt configurations.
March 19, 2012
Stern Lights Mount Anywhere, Fold Flat To Prevent Damage
How often have you seen another boat with no stern light driving at night? These pole-mounted lights catch on lines, get bent by canvas and snap off when used as an emergency hand-hold! Also, when Transport Canada-required 360° lights aren't needed during the day, they're often stowed to save space and eliminate visual obstruction. Rather than removing them, where they can be lost or damaged, Perko's Fold Down White All-Round Lights simply fold out of the way.
February 22, 2012
Torqeedo Launches Next Generation of Tiller Control Electric Motors
Perfect for tenders, dinghies, motorboats and sailboats up to six tons, Torqeedo's next generation of tiller control electric outboards offers all-around improvements. The new Cruise 2.0T and 4.0T are stronger, faster, more robust and more efficient than earlier models. A new, innovative display on the tiller shows information regarding battery charge status, remaining range, speed over ground and input power.
October 26, 2011
Dometic EnviroComfort Kit
Enjoy ideal temperatures in your boating environment year-round with Dometic’s EnviroComfort air conditioning systems. We offer a wide range of capacities from 5,000 to 15,000 BTU/hr, so you can size the system to suit your boat for ultimate cooling and heating comfort. All EnviroComfort models use R-417A refrigerant, an environmentally safe gas. The EnviroComfort kit includes everything needed for a professional installation on boats with or without an existing air conditioning system. EnviroComfort units use high-velocity blowers that eliminate blower-motor overhang for a smaller installation footprint.
October 17, 2011
Magnalight.com Releases Powerful LED Spotlight
Larson Electronics’ Magnalight.com has announced the addition of a new high power LED spotlight to its series of LED lights designed for heavy duty and professional applications. The Magnalight PML-90LED-DP-120 90 Watt LED Spotlight produces a 8,100 lumen light beam capable of reaching 2400 feet in length and provides users with the ability to use either 120 volt AC power or 12 volt DC current. An included weatherproof inline transformer that can be run from 90-295VAC gives this spotlight the ability to operate with common 120 Volt AC power as well as 9-50VDC current and provides operators the versatile ability to mount and operate this LED spotlight anywhere AC or DC power is available.
February 2, 2011
Exciting New Engines
With the legislation and regulation that was imposed (most significantly) by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB), on manufacturers of engines of all types, 2 stroke and 4 stroke gasoline engines and diesel engines, new technologies and designs had to be developed to meet the mandated emissions levels. Otherwise the manufacturers would be forced to stop selling their products.
January 12, 2011
Bow Thrusters, Not Just For the Big Boys Anymore
Some of my first sailing experiences were with my girlfriend's father on his 28' sloop. All went well until we returned to his slip and make that awkward turn to pick up a floating dockline. At that point, my skipper would transform into a red-faced sputtering Captain Bligh while I frantically tried to decipher his yelled instructions.
January 11, 2011
Peaceful and Quiet – Exhaust Systems and Mufflers
It had never been so obvious to me until the day I drove the new Cruisers Yachts 48 Cantius. I was out with Todd Trepanier, one of Cruisers Yachts top technicians. I was doing a boat review for Canadian Yachting and Todd was aboard because it was hull Number 1 and absolutely brand new, so he was adjusting things and running factory sea trials.
October 29, 2010
Variprop Feathering Propeller
New Hi-Tec Feathering Sailboat Propeller Trumps Fixed Props SPW G.m.b.H, sailing propeller specialists in Germany, have announced the production of their new VariProfile feathering propeller offering greater efficiency than a twisted standard fixed prop, combined with lower drag than a folding propeller.
October 29, 2010
Yamaha Portable Generator
As a standby for big yachts or portable power for smaller cruisers, Yamaha Motor Canada offers a lineup of industry-leading generators including the all-new EF6300iSDE. Powerful enough to serve as a home standby model, the EF6300iSDE has dual 120/240 volt output and more power than previous inverter models. Yamaha's Pulse Width Modulation inverter system produces electricity clean or cleaner than residential power so you can run computers, satellite television, DVD and more when cruising or camping.
June 11, 2010
Mastervolt Lithium Ion Battery
Especially for people who are cruising to remote locations, there is nothing like the independence of being able to be away from shore and still have the power run all of the electronic accessories and systems that you've probably put on your yacht in the last few years.
November 15, 2009
Xantrex Automatic Generator Start
The Automatic Generator Start (AGS) is a Xanbus Enabled device that can automatically activate a generator to provide an MS or RS Inverter/Charger with power to recharge depleted batteries or assist with heavy loads. Compatible with popular generators, the AGS adds intelligence to power management and eliminates time spent monitoring batteries and inverter loads.
November 15, 2009
Ancor Marine Grade Wire
ANCOR Marine Grade wire is manufactured from tinned copper stranding for maximum protection against corrosion and electrolysis. Ultra flexible (Type 3) stranding resists fatigue due to vibration and flexing.
November 15, 2009
Blue Sea Ammeter
Simple 2-wire connection from shunt – no other power required. Meter senses and powers from shunt connection. External Shunt: 50 Millivolt at meter full scale Accuracy: ± 2.5% of scale range Meter Current: 1 Milliampere at full scale Weight: 0.24Lb (0.11Kg)
November 15, 2009
DR LED Dome Light
The Saturn Ring MKII is a general purpose, recessed, water resistant fixture in your choice of spotlight or floodlight models with the added benefit of high-flux LED technology. These lights produce a warm white light and are fabricated from the highest quality components to assure long life and trouble-free functioning.
November 15, 2009
Marinco Organizer
Heavy duty nylon zippered bag with handle. Ideal for storing cordsets and adapters.
September 24, 2009
Centek FuelKleen™ Splash Absorbing Fueling Collar
A patented medium instantly catches and binds to oil, gasoline and diesel fuel before they spill into the water and cause pollution – and increase the likelihood of fines or other penalties. Slips easily over any fuel pump nozzle, can be reused until it is fully saturated. MSRP is $US5.50.