Replacement Ice-ducer for Vexilar

[Deet]

My brother-in-law needs a new transducer for his FL-8. I agree with you - he should upgrade. But assuming that's not going to happen, can anyone answer these couple questions?

- Which transducer originally comes with the FL-8? Or does this vary?

- Is a new product like the switchable tri-beam Ice-Ducer even compatible with the FL-8?

- How is the cone angle measured/named? I.e. is the 12 degree beam angle measured 12 degrees from "wall to wall" through the "cone", or 12 degrees from vertical to the "cone wall"?

I would think the 12 degree cone would be best for his purposes (typically fishing 15 - 35 ft), while the switchable ice-ducer would be even better IF it works with his FL-8. I can't see why it wouldn't work. Can't seem to find compatibility info on Vexilar's HSOforum.

Thanks for your help.

[dirtymike]

I'm sure someone on here will know but I would go directly to Vexilar's Customer Service.

[gonehunting]

sent you a message. check your inbox

[BartmanMN]

FL-8 comes with 19 degree. I agree the 12 degree is best general purpose cone angle and is reasonably priced.

All Vexiliar ice ducers will work on his unit

[Deet]

Thanks for all the quick responses. I now know my options.

[Farley]

I have a tri beam on my FL-8.

[adamr]

Amazon had a 12 degree for $77 free shipping

[Morgs]

I have a 15 year old fl-8 and bought the tri-beam and it works great.

Before I bought mine I searched all over for the best price I could find, and then went to Scheels and had them price match. Worked great. Got the price I wanted and didn't have to wait a week for it to show up.