Faria Chesapeake Black 4 Tachometer w/Hourmeter – 6000 RPM (Gas) (Inboard)

Faria Chesapeake Black 4 | Inboard Maintenance Authority

Faria Chesapeake Black 4-inch Tachometer addresses the dual requirements of performance monitoring and service tracking for inboard engines by integrating a 6000 RPM analog sweep with a digital LCD hourmeter. By utilizing ignition-sensing logic, the system mitigates the “maintenance gap,” providing a clinical record of total engine run-time to ensure adherence to strict service intervals. This engineering focus ensures that inboard operators can maintain peak engine reliability, preventing mechanical fatigue during extended offshore cruising or high-torque towing operations.

From a system integration standpoint, the gauge features a low-glare black interface with high-contrast white graphics for superior legibility. In demanding marine conditions, it is vital to ensure the digital hourmeter is wired to a switched ignition source to prevent the recording of “phantom hours” when the engine is static. System performance depends on signal purity; don’t utilize high-resistance legacy wiring for the signal lead, as voltage drops and EMI can cause needle jitter and inaccurate cumulative hour tracking over the lifespan of the propulsion system.

Technical Specifications

• Type: 6000 RPM Tachometer with integrated LCD Hourmeter.
• Application: Gas Inboard and I/O engines (4, 6, 8 cylinder).
• Size: Standard 4-inch (85mm) dash cutout.
• Style: Chesapeake Black with high-contrast white graphics.
• Hourmeter: Digital readout with quartz-timed accuracy.
• Lighting: Perimeter lit for glare-free night navigation.
• Protection: IP65 rated front face with anti-fogging lens.