Garmin gWind Transducer w/GND 10 Black Box Bridge

Description

The Garmin gWind with GND 10 bridge is a wired masthead wind system for sailors who want to bring a Garmin or Nexus wind sensor into an NMEA 2000 network. The package includes the gWind transducer and GND 10 black-box interface, so it is more than a bare sensor. It measures wind data at the mast and converts the network connection for compatible Garmin marine equipment.

The GND 10 provides one NMEA 2000 connection, two Nexus ports, and a Mini-B USB connection, allowing the wired gWind sensor to work with Nexus network equipment and Garmin instruments. The transducer is IPX6 rated and the black box is IPX7 rated. The 9-16V DC system runs through NMEA 2000, with a 1W maximum draw listed for the GND 10. This is a wired wind solution, not a wireless masthead system.

Key Features

• gWind masthead transducer – Measures wind information at the top of the mast.
• GND 10 black-box bridge – Connects the gWind and Nexus sensor network to NMEA 2000 equipment.
• One NMEA 2000 and two Nexus ports – Supports the listed network conversion and equipment connections.
• IPX6 transducer and IPX7 GND 10 – Provides protection for exposed and protected components.
• 9-16V DC via NMEA 2000 – Fits common 12V marine instrument systems.

Who Is This For?

This wired marine wind transducer package suits sailing boats with Garmin or Nexus instruments that need NMEA 2000 integration. It is not ideal for a completely wireless installation or a boat without a compatible display, network, and masthead mounting plan.

Compatibility

Confirmed compatibility includes NMEA 2000, Nexus RS-485 networking, Garmin Marine OS integration, one NMEA 2000 port, two Nexus ports, and Mini-B USB on the GND 10. The supplied information does not identify direct Raymarine, B&G, Simrad, NMEA 0183, radar, or autopilot compatibility. No named incompatible system was provided; verify the network bridge and sensor requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Garmin
• Model: gWind Transducer with GND 10 Bridge, 010-01227-00
• System type: Wired marine wind transducer and NMEA 2000 bridge
• Networking: One NMEA 2000, two Nexus, one Mini-B USB
• Compatibility: NMEA 2000 and Nexus RS-485
• Voltage: 9-16V DC via NMEA 2000
• Power draw: GND 10 maximum 1W; LEN 2
• Protection: Transducer IPX6; GND 10 IPX7
• Dimensions: Transducer 345 x 610mm; GND 10 6.7 x 5.0 x 1.9 inches
• Warranty: 2-year manufacturer warranty

Warranty & Support

Garmin provides a 2-year manufacturer warranty. The supplied specifications do not state warranty exclusions or service procedures.

The gWind and GND 10 package is the practical choice when a Garmin or Nexus wind sensor needs to join an NMEA 2000 network. The trade-off is cabling: unlike a Micronet wireless system, this arrangement needs a wired network path and a correctly mounted masthead sensor. Choose it for a connected wired sailing installation, not for wireless-only refits.