BOE Marine Buyers Guide

Our reputation is built on our extensive knowledge of marine electronics products.  We have also earned a reputation for generously spreading that knowledge to consumers through various means including boating forums, articles in magazines, and seminars. We can confidently say you will not find a more knowledgable source for your electronics questions.  We always encourage customers to call us, but you might also find the guides below helpful.  Of course you can always suggest a new Guide for us to add.

• Transducers - Which one is right for me?
• NMEA2000 - What is it, how's it work, what parts do I need?
• NMEA0183 - How's it work, what connects to what?
• Networking vs. Interfacing - What is the difference?
• Charts/Cartography  - What chart card do I need?
• EPIRBS- Which one is right for me?
• Wire size calculation tools - Will let you know what gauge wire to use.

Brand Specific Guides

• Garmin Buyers Guide
• Furuno Buyers Guide
• Lowrance Buyers Guide

updated 1/8/11