Guides

Toolbox or split diesel heater – which suits your needs best?

Understand the difference between toolbox/all-in-one and split diesel heaters. Compare placement, installation, air distribution, service, and usage before buying. Read more...

How much diesel does a diesel heater use?

See how diesel consumption varies with power and model. Concrete AUTOTERM examples help you calculate tank size and operating time. Read more...

How much power does a diesel heater use? Calculate it for the battery

Understand the power consumption of a diesel heater in watts, amps, and Ah. See concrete AUTOTERM examples and learn how to factor the consumption into your boat's battery budget. Read more...

Fuel for diesel heaters – diesel, HVO100 and GTL

Which fuel are you allowed to use in a diesel heater? Guide to diesel EN590, HVO100 EN15940 and GTL – with a focus on the manufacturer's approval for the specific diesel heater. Read more...

Buying a used boat – check the electrical system and installations before deciding

Use a practical checklist for documentation, demonstration, and professional inspection of the equipment on a used boat. Read more...

Marine speakers, stereo and amplifier – build a suitable system

Choose audio by room, zone, RMS power, impedance, and power consumption. Get the components organized before installation. Read more...

Choose bilge pump and level alarm – consider the entire installation

Evaluate pump performance, head height, hose routing, automatic start and alarm as parts of the same bilge solution. Read more...

NMEA 2000, SeaTalkng, and Ethernet – understanding on-board connections

See the difference between instrument data, Raymarine's cabling system, and high-speed network connections for radar and sonar. Read more...

VHF antenna and antenna cable – what must match?

Select antenna, cable, connector and placement as a complete connection, and get a checklist for existing installations. Read more...

Select transducer for boat and plotter – start with hull and application

Get a handle on mounting type, hull material, sonar features, and compatibility before choosing a transducer. Read more...

Garmin GPSMAP or ECHOMAP – choose according to your sailing

Compare specific Garmin models based on sonar, radar, networking, and operation. Get a handle on your total purchase. Read more...

Which autopilot is suitable for my boat?

Choose an autopilot based on steering system, drive, load and desired integration. See what information you need to collect. Read more...