B&G Vulcan 7R Suncover
B&G Vulcan 7R Suncover — Product description
The genuine B&G suncover made for the Vulcan 7R chartplotter. It slips over the display and keeps UV, salt, spray, and fog off the screen and bezel between outings, so your 7-inch plotter reads clear and looks new for years. Cheap insurance for gear that costs a lot more than the cover.
Your B&G Vulcan 7R earns its spot on the helm, so it's worth protecting when you're not using it. This is the genuine B&G suncover made for the Vulcan 7R chartplotter, part number 000-14228-001. It slips right over the display and shields the screen and bezel from the stuff that wears marine electronics down fast. Think UV, salt, spray, and fog.
Here's why it matters. A chartplotter screen lives outside in direct sun. Left uncovered season after season, UV hazes the display, fades the graphics, and can craze the surface over time. Salt film settles on the glass and dries into a dull layer that's a pain to buff back off. Morning fog and dew leave their own marks. A cover that lives on the unit whenever you step away is about the cheapest insurance you'll ever buy for a screen that costs a whole lot more than the cover does.
The Vulcan 7R is B&G's 7-inch sailing chartplotter, built for cruising and club racing with features like SailSteer plus built-in GPS and Wi-Fi. This cover is cut to that exact housing, so it sits snug over the bezel instead of flapping around the way a generic slip-on does. Getting it on and off takes a couple of seconds. When you're rigging up and ready to go, pull it off and stow it in a helm pocket. Coming off the water, pop it back on before you walk away.
It's a natural fit for how sailors actually use a boat. If your Vulcan 7R stays mounted at a pod or bulkhead helm while the boat sits on a mooring or in the slip between weekends, this cover is what stands between your screen and months of sun. Cruisers who leave the boat rigged for the season get the most out of it. Club racers who keep the same electronics set from spring through fall do too. Trailer sailors get value here as well, since a covered screen rides out the drive home without catching road grime and glare.
A few honest notes on fit and use. This is the factory cover for the Vulcan 7R specifically. The Vulcan 7 and 7R share the same 7-inch housing, so the footprint matches, but if you run a larger Vulcan or a different B&G display, you'll want the cover made for that model instead. On a fully exposed helm in a hard blow, any slip-on cover can work loose, so if you ever run at speed with it on, take a second to check it's seated. Honestly, most sailors pull it off before getting underway anyway.
Care couldn't be simpler. Rinse it with fresh water when you rinse the boat, let it dry, and it keeps right on doing its job. There's nothing to wire, nothing to adjust, and nothing to break. A quick wipe-down now and then keeps grit from scratching the screen when the cover goes back on. It weighs next to nothing at about 0.190 pounds and stores flat in any locker.
What you're getting is straightforward, and that's the point. It's a purpose-made protective cover, not a case or a mount, so it won't add bulk to the helm and it won't get in the way of your existing bracket or flush mount. Leave your Vulcan 7R installed exactly as it is. The cover just goes on top when the screen isn't in use.
Buying the genuine B&G part means it's the right shape the first time, no trimming and no guesswork. We stock it because it's the kind of small, sensible piece of gear that quietly saves you money down the road. If you've got a Vulcan 7R on the boat, this one belongs in the same order.
Key Features
- Genuine B&G suncover for the Vulcan 7R chartplotter, part 000-14228-001, cut to the exact housing for a snug fit
- Shields the display and bezel from UV that hazes and fades screens over time
- Blocks salt spray and fog from settling on the glass and drying into a dull film
- Slips on and off in seconds, so it's easy to protect the screen between outings
- Lightweight at about 0.190 lbs and stores flat in a helm pocket or locker
- Made for cruising and club racing sailors who leave the boat rigged season to season
- Purpose-made protective cover that won't interfere with your existing bracket or flush mount
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized B&G reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | B&G Vulcan 7R Suncover |
|---|---|
| Brand | B&G |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 000-14228-001 |
| UPC | 9420024168974 |
| Weight | 0.190 lbs |
| Package Dimensions (L x W x H) | 0.492 in x 7.008 in x 12.008 in |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Compatible Display | B&G Vulcan 7R chartplotter |
| Product Type | Chartplotter sun cover |
| Protects Against | UV, salt, spray, and fog |
| Fitment | Custom cut to the Vulcan 7R housing |
| Recommended Use | Cruising and club racing |
Frequently asked questions
Which B&G chartplotter does this suncover fit?
It's the genuine cover made for the B&G Vulcan 7R, part number 000-14228-001. It's cut to that unit's 7-inch housing, so it seats snugly over the bezel rather than sitting loose like a universal cover.
Will it fit a Vulcan 7 as well as the 7R?
The Vulcan 7 and 7R use the same 7-inch housing, so the footprint is the same. B&G lists this as the Vulcan 7R suncover, and it's the factory cover for that unit. If you run a larger Vulcan or a different B&G display, get the cover made for that model instead.
Why do I need a sun cover for my chartplotter?
A screen left out in the sun takes a beating. UV hazes and fades the display over time, salt dries into a dull film, and fog and dew leave marks. Keeping a cover on whenever you step away protects a display that costs far more than the cover does.
Is this a genuine B&G part?
Yes. This is the factory B&G suncover, part number 000-14228-001, built to the Vulcan 7R's exact shape. Buying the genuine part means it fits right the first time with no trimming.
How does the cover go on and off?
It slips over the front of the display and comes off just as easily, a couple of seconds either way. Pull it off when you're ready to use the plotter, and pop it back on when you're done for the day.
Can I leave it on while the boat sits on a mooring or in the slip?
That's exactly what it's for. Leaving the cover on between outings is how you protect the screen from weeks and months of sun and salt while the boat's unattended.
Will it stay put while I'm running?
Most sailors take it off before getting underway. On a fully exposed helm in a hard blow, any slip-on cover can work loose, so if you do run with it on, check that it's seated first.
How much does it weigh and how do I store it?
It's light, about 0.190 pounds, and stores flat. Toss it in a helm pocket or a locker when it's off the unit.
