Marine Dictionary & Glossary of Boating TermsDeadriseSimilar Terms: deadrise,tilt,TiltThe V-shape hull angle measured at the transom of planing powerboats With tilted transducers, the element is tilted within the housing to compensate for the hull deadrise, creating a more vertical beam giving crisp echoes for more accurate depth readings. |
![]() ![]() Airmar B60 Tilted Transducer |