Seaview PowerPod SV4100P Un-Cut Chartplotter Mount
Seaview PowerPod SV4100P Un-Cut Chartplotter Mount — Product description
The Seaview PowerPod SV4100P is an un-cut mounting pod for compact chartplotters and multifunction displays. You cut the face to fit your exact screen, then bolt the aluminum base down solid to a deck, console, or pedestal. Acrylic-capped ABS body, 4-1/2 inch usable face. It's the clean way to mount a small display where you want it.
The Seaview PowerPod SV4100P is a mounting pod built for one job. Getting your chartplotter or multifunction display up off the dash and into a clean, purpose-built housing. This is the un-cut version, which means the face comes blank. You cut the opening yourself to match the exact footprint of your display. That sounds like more work, and it is, but it's also why these pods look factory-installed when they're done right. No oversized gasket gaps, no compromise mounting holes. Just your screen sitting flush in a pod that fits it.
The usable face measures 4-1/2 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches tall, which gives you room to cut an opening for a compact 5 to 7 inch class display. Overall the pod is 6 inches wide, 4.06 inches deep, and 5.91 inches tall. Those numbers matter more than they look. Before you commit, measure the back depth of your display plus the cable bend behind it. On a 7 inch unit the 4.06 inch depth doesn't leave a lot of slack for a stiff cable, so plan your routing before you cut.
Construction is acrylic-capped ABS plastic over an aluminum base. The ABS gives you a light, formable body that takes a clean cut. The acrylic cap is the glossy outer layer that holds up to sun and salt better than raw plastic. The aluminum base is the part that earns its keep. It bolts down solid to a flat deck, a console top, or a pedestal, and it won't flex the way an all-plastic foot would when you're pounding through chop.
Who's this for? Small center consoles, cuddy cabins, tiller boats, sailboats with a pedestal guard, any helm where you want a dedicated home for the plotter instead of screwing it straight to the fiberglass. It sits fairly low, so it's ideal for a seated helm or a compact dash. If you're running a tall flybridge and want the screen up at eye level, a taller pod is the better call. This one shines when the display needs to be close and clean.
A few install notes from folks who've done this. Pre-drill every screw hole in the plastic before you drive a fastener. ABS will star-crack around a hole if you force a screw in cold, and pre-drilling takes that risk off the table. Use fender washers under the base bolts to spread the load and keep the aluminum from digging in. Seal the base to the deck with butyl tape or a marine sealant so water doesn't track underneath and pool. And run your cables through a proper gland so the pod stays dry inside.
One honest heads-up on the finish. The acrylic cap is white and glossy out of the box, and in strong year-round sun it can start to yellow over a couple of seasons if you never touch it. A quick wipe with a UV protectant a few times a season keeps it bright. That's true of most white marine plastics, and it's an easy habit once you're in the routine.
Cutting the face is straightforward if you go slow. Mark your display's cutout on masking tape, drill your corner starter holes, and open it up with a fine-tooth jigsaw blade or a hole saw for round sensor openings. Deburr the edges, test-fit the screen, and only then drill the display's own mounting points. Measure twice, cut once. There's no going back once the face is open, so it's worth the patience.
Bottom line, the SV4100P is a clean, solid way to mount a compact display where you want it. Aluminum base for a rock-steady foundation, formable acrylic-capped body for a custom fit, and a footprint that suits small helms. If your plotter deserves better than a bracket bolted to the dash, this is the pod that gets it there.
Key Features
- Un-cut blank face lets you cut a custom opening for a factory-clean fit to your exact display
- 4-1/2 inch by 4-1/2 inch usable face suits compact 5 to 7 inch class chartplotters and MFDs
- Overall footprint 6 in W x 4.06 in D x 5.91 in H fits tight seated helms and small dashes
- Aluminum base bolts down solid to a deck, console top, or pedestal with no flex in chop
- Acrylic-capped ABS body resists sun and salt better than raw plastic and cuts cleanly
- White finish matches most helm setups and takes UV protectant well for long-term gloss
- Enclosed pod body routes and hides cables for a clean, protected install
- Low-profile height keeps a compact display close at a seated or console helm
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Seaview 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 | Seaview PowerPod SV4100P Un-Cut Chartplotter/MFD Mount |
|---|---|
| Brand | Seaview |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SV4100P |
| UPC | 850073256381 |
| Color | White |
| Material | Acrylic-Capped ABS Plastic |
| Base Material | Aluminum |
| Usable Face Dimensions (W x H) | 4-1/2 in x 4-1/2 in |
| Overall Dimensions (W x D x H) | 6 in x 4.06 in x 5.91 in |
| Mount Style | PowerPod, deck / pedestal mount |
| Face Type | Un-Cut (blank, cut to fit) |
| Designed For | Chartplotters and Multifunction Displays |
Frequently asked questions
What does un-cut mean on this pod?
The face comes blank with no display opening cut into it. You cut the opening yourself to match the exact footprint of your chartplotter or MFD, which is how you get that flush, factory-installed look instead of a compromise fit.
What size display will fit?
The usable face is 4-1/2 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches tall, so it's sized for a compact display in the 5 to 7 inch class. Always measure your screen's mounting cutout against that face before you cut.
How does it mount to the boat?
It has an aluminum base that bolts down to a flat deck, a console top, or a pedestal. The metal base gives you a solid, no-flex foundation that holds steady when you're running in chop.
What is it made of?
The body is acrylic-capped ABS plastic over an aluminum base. The ABS is light and formable so it cuts clean, the acrylic cap handles sun and salt, and the aluminum base does the structural work.
How deep is it, and will my cables fit?
The pod is 4.06 inches deep overall. On a 7 inch display that doesn't leave a lot of room behind the screen for a stiff cable bend, so measure your display's back depth plus its connector and plan the cable routing before you cut.
How do I cut the face opening?
Mark the cutout on masking tape, drill starter holes in the corners, and open it up with a fine-tooth jigsaw blade. Deburr the edges and test-fit the screen before you drill the display's own mounting points. Go slow, measure twice, cut once.
Can I mount it on a pedestal or guard?
Yes. The aluminum base is designed to bolt to a flat surface including a pedestal top. Use fender washers under the base bolts to spread the load and seal the base to the surface with butyl tape so water doesn't track underneath.
Is it good for a flybridge helm?
It sits fairly low, so it's best for a seated helm, a console, or a compact dash where you want the display close. For a tall flybridge where you want the screen up at eye level, a taller pod is the better choice.
Will the white finish yellow in the sun?
Like most white marine plastics, the acrylic cap can start to yellow over a couple of seasons in strong year-round sun if it's never maintained. A wipe of UV protectant a few times a season keeps it bright.
Do I need to seal it against water?
Seal the base to the mounting surface with butyl tape or marine sealant, and run your cables through a proper cable gland. That keeps water from pooling under the base and keeps the inside of the pod dry.
