Garmin Boat Switch

Transform Your Boating with Seamless Digital Control

Imagine heading out on the water without fumbling for physical switches or worrying about blown fuses. The Garmin Boat Switch brings modern digital switching to your vessel, letting you manage everything from lights and pumps to tank levels directly from your compatible Garmin chartplotter. This all-in-one solution simplifies onboard electrical management, reduces clutter, and gives you real-time insights into your boat's systems—all while being incredibly easy to install on new or existing setups.

Boat owners love how it cuts down on wiring hassles and traditional components. Instead of a bulky fuse panel and scattered toggles, you get precise control over up to 20 circuits. Whether you're anchoring at dusk and need to dim cabin lights perfectly or cycling your livewell during a fishing trip, this switch adapts to your needs with smart features like programmable timers and customizable labels.

Standout Features for Everyday Boating Adventures

• Versatile Output Types: Handle everything with ON/OFF toggles for bilge pumps and nav lights, press-and-hold dimmers for adjustable brightness on interior or deck lighting, and momentary outputs for horns or thrusters—perfect for quick signals without constant pressing.
• Smart Tank Monitoring: Track levels in up to four tanks, including fuel for range planning, freshwater to avoid surprises, and waste or livewell tanks. Built-in senders auto-detect and calibrate for hassle-free setup.
• System Health at a Glance: Monitor battery voltages for house and starter banks, bilge pump run times, and overall circuit currents right on your display. Catch issues early and extend equipment life.
• Livewell Efficiency: Integrated timer cycles the pump automatically, keeping bait or catch lively longer while preventing pump burnout—ideal for tournament anglers.
• Customization Freedom: Name and arrange switches via an intuitive chartplotter interface. Add optional physical switches for hybrid control if preferred.

Effortless Retrofit for Any Boat

Upgrading doesn't mean a full electrical overhaul. With pre-wired flying leads and color-coded channels, you connect in minutes using basic tools—no special marine electrician required. It slots into existing Garmin networks seamlessly, expanding your chartplotter's capabilities without reconfiguration. Boaters report completing installs during a single weekend maintenance session, enjoying digital perks immediately.

Pro tip: Pair it with NMEA 2000 backbone for network-wide integration, unlocking control from multifunction displays or even mobile apps through Garmin's ecosystem.

Real Boaters, Real Scenarios

Day sailing? Tap to activate courtesy lights and check fuel without leaving the helm. Overnight cruising? Dim salon lights gradually and monitor bilge activity overnight. Fishing offshore? Time your livewell perfectly and watch blackwater levels to plan pump-outs. This switch evolves with your boating style, from casual weekends to serious bluewater runs.

"Switched from old panels to this—night and day difference in control and peace of mind." – Experienced cruiser

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chartplotters work with the Garmin Boat Switch?

It integrates smoothly with compatible GPSMAP and ECHOMAP series chartplotters that support digital switching over NMEA 2000. Check your model's software version for full compatibility.

How many circuits can I control?

Manage up to 20 circuits digitally, covering outputs for lights, pumps, and more, plus inputs for monitoring.

Does it replace my entire fuse panel?

Yes, it acts as an all-in-one replacement for traditional fuse boxes and switches, with built-in current protection and monitoring.

Can I monitor tank levels without extra sensors?

It features built-in detection and calibration for up to four tanks—no additional senders needed for basic setups.

Is installation beginner-friendly?

Absolutely. Color-coded wires and flying leads make it plug-and-play for most boats; no special tools or programming required.

What if I want physical switch backup?

Additional inputs allow connection to optional physical switches for redundant control alongside digital options.

Does it dim lights?

Yes, dedicated dimmable outputs support press-and-hold for precise brightness control on compatible fixtures.

Garmin Boat Switch

Quality Switching. Simple Installation - Get the integrated-boat experience with digital switching that allows you to operate onboard electrical functions right from your GPSMAP or ECHOMAP chartplotter. 

Features:

• Reduce reliance on traditional switches and fuses. Add digital control and software current monitoring.
• Operate lights, pumps, horns, and more. Just tap your compatible chartplotter.
• Fill up or empty out? See levels in four tanks such as fuel, freshwater, greywater, blackwater, and livewell.
• See system status. Monitor battery voltage, bilge pump operation, and more.
• Set it up your way. Position and name switch with the easy-to-use interface.
• Retrofit into your boat. It requires no special tools or configuration.

All-In-One

Replace existing two-element systems fuse box and switches for easier control and operation of onboard functions.

Digital Control

Get control and protection of up to 20 circuits via your chartplotter rather than a physical button or switch.

ON/OFF Switches

The toggle outputs operate bilge pump and nondimmable lights, such as nav lights and courtesy lights.

Dimmable Outputs

Press-and-hold dimmers let you set your preferred brightness on board. 

Momentary Outputs

Control horns and more. Simply press and release for desired length of horn beep. 

Livewell Timer

A built-in timer turns the pump to cycle the water to keep fish alive and keep pumps functioning longer.

Monitor Tanks

Experience built-in tank sender detection and calibration for as many as four tanks, such as fuel, freshwater, graywater, blackwater and livewell.

Additional Inputs

See analog voltages on house and start battery, monitor bilge pump operation, and connect optional physical switches.

Upgrade Your Boat

Retrofit into existing boats without special tools or configuration by using the included 18 flying leads and color-coded channel wires.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

SKU: NVN-92864
MPN: 010-02735-00
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