Navico XSONIC SS175M Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Tilted Medium CHIRP Transducer - 12° Element - 9-Pin
Navico XSONIC SS175M Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Tilted Medium CHIRP Transducer - 12° Element - 9-Pin — Product description
Discover Superior Underwater Clarity with the SS175M Medium CHIRP Transducer
Upgrade your boat's sonar capabilities with a rugged thru-hull transducer designed for serious anglers and commercial operators chasing fish in varied depths. This stainless steel powerhouse delivers crisp Medium CHIRP imaging that punches through water columns better than high-frequency options while sharpening targets sharper than traditional low-frequency setups. Perfect for vessels navigating coastal waters or inland lakes, it captures everything from bait schools to structure with remarkable detail.
Built to withstand harsh marine environments, the tilted element ensures optimal beam projection regardless of hull deadrise, minimizing dead zones and maximizing coverage directly beneath your boat. Whether you're marking wrecks, tracking thermoclines, or spotting trophy fish, this transducer transforms your fishfinder display into a window into the deep.
Standout Features for Reliable Performance
- Durable Stainless Steel Housing: Corrosion-resistant construction thrives on steel, aluminum, fiberglass, or wood hulls, handling constant exposure to saltwater and freshwater.
- Medium CHIRP Technology (85-135 kHz): Sweeps across 50 kHz of bandwidth, hitting key fishing sweet spots like 88 kHz and 107 kHz for versatile target separation and depth penetration up to several hundred feet.
- 12-Degree Tilted Element: Precision-aligned for hulls with moderate deadrise, projecting a dynamic beamwidth from 24° at lower frequencies to 16° at higher ones for focused scanning.
- Integrated Depth and Temperature Sensing: Real-time water temp data alongside high-resolution depth readings, essential for locating temperature breaks where fish congregate.
- Extended 33-Foot Cable: Ample length for clean routing from the hull to your display unit, reducing signal noise.
- 9-Pin Black Connector: Seamless plug-and-play with compatible marine electronics.
Why Medium CHIRP Excels in Real-World Fishing
Unlike narrow high-CHIRP bands that excel in shallow crispness or broad low-CHIRP for extreme depths, Medium CHIRP strikes the perfect balance. Anglers report tighter fish arches, clearer bottom contours, and fewer false readings around bait balls. The 1 kW power handling supports high-output sounders, revealing subtle ledges and drop-offs that hold walleye, bass, or snapper.
For boats up to 36 feet, it mounts flush for hydrodynamic efficiency—no drag, no turbulence. The low-profile design (usable shaft around 2.8 inches) fits most transom setups without major hull modifications.
Effortless Installation and Long-Term Maintenance
Installing a thru-hull transducer like this one rewards careful planning. Select a spot forward of the prop and keel, away from strakes or thru-hulls that cause interference. Drill precisely, bed with marine sealant, and secure the nut hand-tight plus a quarter turn. Pair it with a fairing block for high-speed accuracy if your hull demands it.
Once in place, winterize by removing if possible, or flush the system. Regular hull cleaning prevents marine growth from attenuating signals, keeping readings sharp season after season. Pro tip: Calibrate temp and depth offsets in your unit's menu for pinpoint accuracy.
Ideal Scenarios for Peak Fishing Success
Coastal salmon chasers love its resolution on downriggers. Great Lakes walleye pros rely on it for mid-depth jigging. Offshore bottom bouncers appreciate the steel housing punching through green water. Even tournament bass boats benefit from temp-sensing for post-frontal patterns. It's not just gear—it's your edge on the water.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hull types is the SS175M compatible with?
It works seamlessly on fiberglass, wood, steel, and aluminum hulls up to 36 feet, thanks to its robust stainless steel housing.
Does this transducer include temperature sensing?
Yes, it features a fast-response water-temperature sensor alongside depth capabilities for comprehensive water column data.
What is the beamwidth range for Medium CHIRP?
The beamwidth varies from 24 degrees at 85 kHz to 16 degrees at 135 kHz, providing excellent target definition across depths.
Is the 12-degree tilt suitable for all boats?
It's optimized for hulls with 8-15 degree deadrise; for steeper angles, consider adjustable models or a fairing.
How long is the cable, and what's the connector type?
It comes with a 33-foot cable and a reliable 9-pin black connector for straightforward integration.
Can this handle high-output fishfinders?
Absolutely, rated for 1 kW systems, it pairs well with powerful Navico-brand units for maximum sonar punch.
What's the advantage of Medium CHIRP over Low or High?
It offers deeper penetration than High CHIRP with sharper resolution than Low CHIRP, ideal for mid-range fishing from 50-400 feet.
The SS175M is a stainless steel, thru-hull CHIRP transducer, ideal for sport fishing and commercial vessels up to 8 Meter in length. This single-channel transducer offers Medium CHIRP for a balance between the great depth penetration of Low CHIRP, and the superior target resolution of High CHIRP.
Simrad 0013778001 Attributes
- Mounting Location: Thru-Hull Mount
- Number Of Pins: 9 Pin
- Frequency Range: 85-135 kHz Medium Frequency Single Channel CHIRP Transducer
- Supported Angle: 12 Degree Tilt
- Cable Length: 33 Feet
Simrad 0013778001 Features & Benefits
- 12 Degree, Low CHIRP Through Hull Flush Mount Transducer
- Black 9 Pin Connector
- Constructed From Stainless Steel
- 85 Kilohertz To 135 Kilohertz Medium CHIRP
- Limited 2 Year Warranty
Simrad 0013778001 Warranties
XSONIC SS175M Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Tilted Medium CHIRP Transducer - 12° Element - 9-Pin
Features:
- Black 9-Pin Connector
- Cable Length - 10M (33.0')
- SS175M - 1-Internal Broadband Ceramic Assembly
- Depth & fast-response water-temperature sensor
- Stainless Steel transducer housing
- Hull Type: Steel or aluminum
- Boat Size: Up to 11M (36’)
- Useable shaft length 71mm (2.80”)
Medium-Frequency (M)
- Medium—Chirps from 85 kHz to 135 kHz, 24° to 16° beamwidth
- 50 kHz of total bandwidth from one transducer
- Covers popular fishing frequencies of 88 and 107 kHz plus everything else in the bandwidth
- Medium-frequency benefits include the ability to sound deeper than the high-frequency, along with better target resolution than the low-frequency
"Rely on Simrad's new broadband transducers for your ultimate fishing mission. Whether you're a commercial fisherman, charter captain, or tournament angler, there's a new game in town! Chirp transducers enable bottom detection down to 10,000' (3,000 meter) with 5 to 10 time's greater detail and resolution so precise it's possible to distinguish between individual baitfish, game fish, and underwater structures. This transducer is designed for smaller boats up to 36' (11 meters). M Model has a medium frequency of 85-135 kHz and is a 12 tilt version. 50 kHz of total bandwidth from one transducer, covers popular fishing frequencies of 88 and 107 kHz plus everything else in the bandwidth. Depth & fast-response water-temperature sensor. The SS175M Transducer has a stainless steel housing and is designed for boats with steel or aluminum hulls. The transducer has a power rating of 1 kW at 1% duty cycle 2.5\" (65 mm) PZT with an active area of 5.1 sq. in. (33 sq.cm.). The transducers radiating surface is a urethane design with a Q equaling 2. The cable is a C335 type and measures 33' (10 meters) in length. The transducer comes with mounting hardware and an owner's manual. Notes: (1) dB re 1 Pa per volt at 3' (1 meter) (2) dB re 1 volt per Pa (3) sum of transmitting voltage response and receiving voltage response (4) CW Power ratings is for 68 F (20 C) seawater temperature."
SKU: NVN-65714
MPN: 000-13778-001
UPC: 9420024161890
Technical specifications
| Brand | Navico |
| Model | Navico XSONIC SS175M Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Tilted Medium CHIRP Transducer - 12° Element - 9-Pin |
| SKU / MFR# | 65714 |
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