Which NMEA 2000 Products Work with Low Impedance Marine Equipment?

Lowrance marine devices typically use the NMEA 2000 communication protocol, which employs standardized connectors and cables for network connections. Here are the types of Renhotec NMEA 2000 connectors and cables commonly used to connect Lowrance marine devices:

Connector

Renhotec Micro-C Connectors (M12-5Pin)

T-Connectors

Terminator Resistors

• Male and Female Connectors: Used to connect devices to the network backbone.
• T-Connectors: Allow for the connection of a device to the backbone cable. Each T-connector has two backbone connections and one drop connection for a device.
• Terminator Resistors: Each end of the backbone requires one male and one female terminator resistor to ensure proper network operation.

Cables

Backbone Cables

Drop Cables

Power Cables

Renhotec Backbone Cables Used to create the main network line, connecting devices and power. These cables come in various lengths to meet different installation needs, extending the network reach and allowing devices to be placed further apart.

Renhotec Drop Cables Connect individual devices to the backbone via T-connectors. These cables also come in various lengths.

Renhotec Power Cables Provides power to the NMEA 2000 network, connecting to the boat’s power supply and typically to a T-connector on the backbone.

NMEA 2000 Starter Kit

This kit typically includes a backbone cable, T-connectors, terminators, and a power cable, making it an ideal starting point for setting up an NMEA 2000 network using Renhotec NMEA 2000 connectors and cables.

Renhotec NMEA 2000 cables and connectors are also compatible with Navico, Maretron, and Garmin marine devices.

Example Setup

• Backbone Cable: Connects the network’s main line.
• T-Connector: Attach to the backbone cable at points where devices will be connected.
• Drop Cable: Run from the T-connectors to the Lowrance devices.
• Power Cable: Connects to a T-connector to provide power to the network.
• Terminator Resistor: Placed at both ends of the backbone cable to complete the network.

When setting up an NMEA 2000 network for Lowrance devices, ensure all connections are secure and adhere to the maximum cable lengths for the backbone (200 meters) and drop cables (6 meters). This ensures reliable network performance and communication between devices.