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How do I choose the right Maretron tank monitoring product for my particular application?
Viewed 118965 times since Mon, Aug 21, 2017
Maretron offers three different types of tank monitoring technologies (i.e., adapter, ultrasonic, and pressure) for monitoring fluids aboard a vessel. Selecting the correct sensor can be confusing so this article helps you choose the right tank senso... Read More
What type of information can be viewed on Maretron’s display products, and what products are required to generate the data to be displayed?
Viewed 25727 times since Tue, Oct 25, 2011
The Maretron Capability Matrix helps highlight the system features available for display when designing a system within N2KBuilder.  To generate a system capability Matrix within N2KBuilder simply click on Tools, "Create Maretron Capability Matrix". ... Read More
I want to update my NMEA 2000 network to include fuel management data; which Maretron devices do I need?
Viewed 12418 times since Fri, Mar 8, 2013
The FFM100 can update your existing NMEA2000 network to include engine fuel rate. Several components are needed to offer you calculative information for Fuel management such as distance to empty, time to empty, and fuel consumption, to name a few.  T... Read More
Can Maretron devices be displayed on a Raymarine Seatalk NG network?
Viewed 10763 times since Wed, Feb 25, 2015
Yes, many of Maretron device's data can be displayed on Raymarine Chart-plotters With Seatalk and Seatalk ng functionality. Firstly, Maretron recommends that customers verify device compatibility by reviewing the Maretron product's datashee... Read More
Why do some of the FPM100 pressure transducer accessories have a small plastic tube within the cable?
Viewed 9103 times since Thu, Dec 20, 2012
Some pressure transducers measure gauge pressure (pressure above atmospheric). These transducers have a small plastic vent tube enclosed in the connecting cable. Special care must be taken not to block or kink the vent tube, and not to expose the ven... Read More
What are the voltage specifications for each Maretron device?
Viewed 8439 times since Thu, Dec 22, 2011
Maretron ModelDevice DescriptionNMEA2000 Operating VoltageEngine/Battery InterfaceCLM100 P/N: M000070 Current Loop Monitor9 to 32 Volts SSC200 P/N: M000001, M000021, M000022NMEA 2000 Solid State Compass HW 1.09 to 16 Volts SSC300 P/N: M000051NMEA ... Read More
Can Maretron’s sensor data be displayed on a Garmin network?
Viewed 8139 times since Mon, Jun 12, 2017
Yes, much of Maretron device's data can be shown on Garmin displays with “NMEA 2000” functionality. Firstly, Maretron recommends that customers verify device compatibility by reviewing the Maretron product's datasheet specifically, the tran... Read More
Does N2KAnalyzer offer a software tool to perform quick fluid level calibrations for all of Maretron’s tank monitoring products?
Viewed 7236 times since Thu, Nov 27, 2014
Yes, N2Kanalyzer offers two types of tank calibrations: Manual Table and Step Fill. Both configuration features can be used to calibrate the correct tank volume for your Maretron tank monitoring product.Used in in conjunction with any of Maretron... Read More
What is a pressure snubber PT-SNUB-01; when should a pressure snubber be considered?
Viewed 6703 times since Wed, Apr 8, 2015
A pressure snubber is a device that was designed to help reduce drastic changes in pressure of gas or fluid prior to reaching the installed pressure sensor and damaging it. The snubber dampens the rate in which positive or negative pressure changes a... Read More
Using N2KAnalyzer, how do I recover a Maretron device?
Viewed 5418 times since Thu, Dec 22, 2011
Occasionally, a device can be in "boot mode" (represented in N2KAnalyzer by an orange highlight of the device's entry in the device list). This can happen due to a software update which fails due to network problems.A Maretron device that is not... Read More
What type of solderless connector is ideal for connecting sensor wire to Maretron multi-channel products?
Viewed 4790 times since Wed, Oct 19, 2011
A #4 Nylon Double-Crimp Insulated Ring Terminal(P/N:WT-651045) is the ideal choice when connecting sensor wire to any of Maretron's multi channel devices.The following link provides a great color selection to choose from: http://www.wiringprodu... Read More
Can Maretron’s sensor data be displayed on a Furuno CANBUS network?
Viewed 4752 times since Mon, Jun 12, 2017
Yes, much of Maretron device's data can be shown on Furuno displays with “CANBUS” functionality. Firstly, Maretron recommends that customers verify device compatibility by reviewing the Maretron product's datasheet specifically, the transmi... Read More
What configuration options are available for the FPM100?
Viewed 4555 times since Thu, Oct 27, 2016
You can use the N2KAnalyzer software program or a Maretron DSM150, or Maretron DSM250 to perform the configuration. This article will show methods for configuring the FPM100 Using Maretron's N2KAnalyzer software tool. Pre-requisits:PC with N2KAn... Read More
Is the FPM100 or CLM100 compatible with non-Maretron 4-20 mA pressure transducers?
Viewed 4290 times since Tue, May 10, 2011
Maretron highly recommends using Maretron pressure transducers to achieve the specified accuracy.However, the FPM100 and the CLM100 will support other linear 4-20mA transducers even though Maretron cannott guarantee overall system accuracy.The 4-20mA... Read More
Can I shrink wrap the end of the pressure transducer cable?
Viewed 4045 times since Mon, Apr 10, 2017
Maretron's guage type pressure transducers (0-1.5 PSI, 0-3 PSI, 0-5 PSI, 0-10 PSI, 0-50 PSI) require external venting relative to the atmospheric to operate. For our gauge sensors, the venting takes place through the end of the cable assembly. For a ... Read More
How do I choose the correct pressure range when specifying a pressure transducer for measuring fluid level in a deisel or water tank?
Viewed 3383 times since Tue, May 10, 2016
Maretron offers pressure transducers with different pressure ranges. You choose a particular transducer based on the depth of the tank (assuming you install the pressure transducer at the deepest part of the tank, otherwise use the installation depth... Read More
Can Maretron monitor a kerosene tank?
Viewed 1587 times since Mon, Jan 20, 2020
Yes! Using the Maretron FPM100 paired with either our submersible (Part # PTS-0-xPSI-01) or external (Part # PT-0-xPSI-01) pressure transducers will be able to monitor this type of fuel successfully.Kerosene has a density level of 0.81 g/cm3 or 810 k... Read More
 
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