{"product_id":"28v-forward-facing-sonar-converter","title":"PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"h2title\"\u003ePowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter (VR28) steps power from a boat's existing 24V or 36V trolling motor battery system down or up to a steady 28.4V at 10A for a forward-facing sonar black box, the kind of unit that runs Garmin LiveScope or Lowrance Active Target. Feeding a black box straight off a 24V or 36V bank sends it more voltage than it is rated for, and PowerHouse Lithium states the VR28 cuts amp draw by more than 60 percent compared to running unregulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VR28 is built for the black box only; PowerHouse Lithium is explicit that it is not for use on a head unit. Input runs 20 to 45 volts on 10 AWG wire, so it is sized for the higher current a forward-facing black box pulls. An on\/off Perko switch is required to run it and is not included with the converter alone; our VR28 Standard Kit bundles the switch, fuse holder, and lugs in if you need them (see the FAQ below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"h3title\"\u003e28V Sonar Converter Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regulated 28.4V at 10A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20V to 45V, drawing from an existing 24V or 36V trolling motor battery system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 AWG.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible black boxes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garmin LiveScope, Lowrance Active Target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuts amp draw by more than 60% versus running the black box unregulated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScope of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black box only, not rated for a head unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired companion part:\u003c\/strong\u003e An on\/off Perko switch, sold separately or included in the VR28 Standard Kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ BLOCK START - powerhouselithium-batch-002 - initial build - 2026-09-25 - remove everything between these two comments to roll back --\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2title\" id=\"faq-vr28-conv\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-vr28-conv-what-does-it-power\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    What does the PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter actually do?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter regulates power from a 24V or 36V trolling motor battery bank down or up to a steady 28.4V at 10A, matched to what a forward-facing sonar black box is rated for. PowerHouse Lithium states it cuts amp draw by more than 60 percent compared to feeding the black box unregulated voltage, which means less heat and a lighter load on the battery bank it draws from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-vr28-conv-which-units-fit\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    Which forward-facing sonar units work with the PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePowerHouse Lithium lists the 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter as compatible with Garmin LiveScope and Lowrance Active Target black boxes. It is built for the black box specifically and PowerHouse Lithium states plainly that it is not to be used on a head unit. Confirm your black box model with us before ordering if you are not running one of these two systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-vr28-conv-whats-included\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    What comes with the PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter, and what else do I need to install it?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis listing is the converter unit only, wired on 10 AWG cable rated for 20V to 45V input. PowerHouse Lithium requires an on\/off Perko switch to operate it, which is not included with the standalone converter. If you would rather have the switch, a 10 AWG fuse holder, and the grounding and positive lugs bundled together, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/products\/vr28-standard-kit\"\u003ePowerHouse Lithium VR28 Standard Kit\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-vr28-conv-warranty\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    What warranty covers the PowerHouse Lithium 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePowerHouse Lithium covers the 28V Forward Facing Sonar Converter under its published 1-year manufacturer's defect warranty for chargers and components. Register it with PowerHouse Lithium after purchase and keep your receipt, since warranty claims are non-transferable and require proof of purchase. Full terms are on PowerHouse Lithium's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/powerhouselithium.com\/pages\/warranty-faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewarranty policy page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#2c5f8a; font-size:14px; margin-top:18px;\"\u003e\n  Still have questions? Message our Chat, call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18449875777\"\u003e844-987-5777\u003c\/a\u003e or email\n  \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@ecofishingshop.com\"\u003esales@ecofishingshop.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Shipping, delivery and\n  other questions can be answered on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/pages\/faq\"\u003eFAQs page\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ BLOCK END - powerhouselithium-batch-002 --\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Satisfaction with PowerHouse Lithium is Guaranteed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerHouse Lithium backs this converter with a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects for the original purchaser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegister your converter with PowerHouse Lithium within 90 days of purchase; unregistered units are warrantied from the manufacture date instead of the purchase date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your proof of purchase on hand, PowerHouse Lithium warranties are non-transferable and require it for any claim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PowerHouse Lithium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50519444914310,"sku":"VR28","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1692\/6033\/files\/28VForwardFacingSonarConverter.jpg?v=1790361851","url":"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/products\/28v-forward-facing-sonar-converter","provider":"Eco Fishing Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}