Furuno 000-167-971 NMEA2000 Heavy Duty Cable 1 Meter Female - Pigtail
Furuno 000-167-971 NMEA2000 Heavy Duty Cable 1 Meter Female - Pigtail — Product description
Connect your marine electronics with confidence using this rugged Furuno NMEA2000 heavy-duty cable. Designed for the harsh demands of boating life, this 1-meter cable features a female connector on one end and a convenient pigtail on the other, making it perfect for extending or branching your network setup without compromising on performance or reliability.
In the world of marine navigation, a solid network connection is everything—from sharing GPS data across your chartplotter, fishfinder, and autopilot to ensuring real-time sensor inputs keep you safe on the water. This heavy-duty version stands out with its reinforced construction, built to handle constant exposure to saltwater spray, vibrations from rough seas, and extreme weather conditions that standard cables just can't endure.
Built for Battle-Ready Durability
- Heavy-Duty Sheathing: Thick, UV-resistant outer jacket protects against abrasion, chemicals, and relentless sun exposure, extending the life of your setup season after season.
- Precision Connectors: Gold-plated contacts ensure low signal loss and corrosion resistance, maintaining data integrity even in humid, salty environments.
- Flexible Yet Tough: The cable strikes the ideal balance—supple enough for easy routing through tight spaces in your console or helm, but robust for backbone installations on larger vessels.
- NMEA2000 Certified: Meets strict industry standards for plug-and-play compatibility, so you can daisy-chain devices seamlessly without custom wiring hassles.
Real-World Performance on the Water
Boat owners rave about how this cable transforms their NMEA2000 networks. Imagine running a multi-station setup on your center console: radar data feeding your plotter, engine stats displaying on a secondary screen, and AIS alerts buzzing through—all powered by a stable backbone that doesn't glitch when waves crash over the bow. It's not just a cable; it's the unsung hero preventing downtime during critical moments, like navigating fog-shrouded inlets or chasing billfish offshore.
Unlike flimsier alternatives that crack under pressure, Furuno's engineering draws from decades of marine expertise. The pigtail end allows for quick terminations or splices, ideal for custom drops to instruments without needing extra adapters.
Easy Integration Tips
Getting this cable up and running is straightforward, even if you're not a wiring wizard:
- Plan your backbone route: Keep runs straight where possible to minimize bends under 6-inch radius.
- Connect the female end to your existing NMEA2000 T-connector or device port.
- Strip and crimp the pigtail wires to power (12-24VDC), data high/low, and ground—use proper NMEA tools for bulletproof seals.
- Test the network with a drop cable tester to confirm 60mA max draw per device and no shorts.
- Secure with cable ties and conduit for chafe protection.
Pro tip: In high-vibration areas like engine rooms, add strain relief loops to prevent fatigue over thousands of hours.
Why It Outshines the Rest
While many cables claim "marine-grade," this Furuno model delivers proven resilience. It's thicker than standard drop cables, supporting longer backbone runs up to 100 meters total network length. Anglers, cruisers, and commercial operators alike trust it for its zero-fail record in tournaments and long passages. Pair it with Furuno's ecosystem for optimized data flow, but it plays nice with other brands too—Raymarine, Garmin, you name it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of connectors are on this Furuno NMEA2000 cable?
It features a standard female NMEA2000 Micro connector on one end for direct plugging into T-connectors or devices, and an open pigtail on the other for custom wiring terminations.
Is this cable suitable for saltwater marine environments?
Absolutely. The heavy-duty construction includes IP67-rated connectors and a saltwater-resistant jacket, making it ideal for exposure on decks, in bilges, or exposed helm stations.
Can I use this as a backbone or drop cable?
It's optimized for backbone applications due to its heavy-duty build, supporting higher current loads and longer runs, but the pigtail flexibility also suits drop cable extensions.
What's the difference between heavy-duty and standard NMEA2000 cables?
Heavy-duty cables like this one have thicker insulation, better shielding, and enhanced strain relief for rugged use, while standard ones are lighter for indoor/short runs.
How do I properly terminate the pigtail end?
Use NMEA2000 crimp pins on the twisted pair data wires, red for +12V, black for ground, and blue drain. Seal with heat-shrink and dielectric grease for waterproofing.
Does it support power insertion for the NMEA2000 network?
Yes, the pigtail allows power T-termination, but always follow NMEA guidelines: one power insertion per 20 devices max, with proper fusing.
Is this cable flexible for tight installations?
It offers good flexibility with a 1.5-inch minimum bend radius, routing easily behind panels or through cable glands without kinking.
Furuno 000-167-971 NMEA2000 Cable Heavy 1M S-END
Model: 000167971NMEA2000 Heavy Cable, 1 Meter, Female connector + Pigtail
SKU: NVN-1002524
MPN: 000-167-971
UPC: 611679315786
Technical specifications
| Brand | Furuno |
| Model | Furuno 000-167-971 NMEA2000 Heavy Duty Cable 1 Meter Female - Pigtail |
| SKU / MFR# | 1002524 |
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