{"product_id":"mercury-pitot-sensor-kit-8m0103315","title":"Mercury – SmartCraft Pitot Sensor Kit | 100 PSI Speed Input | 8M0103315","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"75\"\u003eMercury – SmartCraft Pitot Sensor Kit | 100 PSI Speed Input | 8M0103315\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"94\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eMost Gen 5 Verado engines come with a pitot-style speed sensor already built in—but the 350 HP version is the exception. The Mercury 8M0103315 SmartCraft Pitot Sensor Kit fills that gap by adding a dedicated 100 PSI pressure sensor so the 350 HP Verado can send accurate, real-time speed data to SmartCraft gauges and VesselView displays. It’s a simple, OEM add-on that gives the helm the same clean speed signal the rest of the Gen 5 lineup gets from the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"565\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"695\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e100 PSI Pitot Sensor –\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplies a strong, stable water-pressure signal for SmartCraft speed reporting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"822\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e350 HP Gen 5 Verado Specific –\u003c\/strong\u003e Built \u003cem data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eonly\u003c\/em\u003e for the 350 HP model; all other Gen 5 Verados already include this sensor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eSmartCraft Speed Output –\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides speed data directly to SmartCraft gauges and VesselView units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eQuick Response Signal –\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers smooth, predictable readings across the boat’s normal speed range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eOEM Plug-In Fit –\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects cleanly into existing Verado harnessing with factory connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eDurable Marine Build –\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to handle spray, vibration, and long-term water exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eVerado Gen 5 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e350 HP\u003c\/strong\u003e (required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eAll other Gen 5 Verado engines (\u003cem data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003ealready include pitot sensor—kit not needed\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eSmartCraft gauges and VesselView displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eAdding this kit gives the 350 HP Verado the same speed-reporting ability found standard on the rest of the Gen 5 models. The 100 PSI sensor reacts quickly to pressure changes, giving the helm a steady, trustworthy speed reading—especially helpful when you want performance data without relying on GPS or paddle wheels. The OEM fit keeps installation clean and the signal consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003eSpeed sensors must handle high water pressure and constant vibration. Mercury’s OEM sensor is built to SmartCraft specs, so the readings stay accurate and the connector fit stays tight. Aftermarket sensors often drift or fail early, but the factory part delivers long-term reliability and clean SmartCraft communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eQ1: Who needs this pitot sensor kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eOwners of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eGen 5 Verado 350 HP\u003c\/strong\u003e, since it’s the only model in the series without a built-in pitot sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003eQ2: Do other Gen 5 Verados require this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003eNo. All other Gen 5 Verado engines already include the pitot speed sensor from the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eQ3: Does this sensor replace GPS or paddle-wheel speed sources?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eIt can—this provides a direct SmartCraft pressure-based speed input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003eQ4: Will SmartCraft recognize the sensor automatically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eYes. Once installed, the signal is detected by SmartCraft instruments with minimal setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2937\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003eQ5: Does this change engine behavior?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003eNo. It only adds speed-input capability—it does not affect performance or calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935290544419,"sku":"8M0103315","price":128.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV505281.jpg?v=1698792799","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-pitot-sensor-kit-8m0103315","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}