Custom Electrofishing Boat 1. Boat Specifications• Hull Construction:• 18ft all-welded, USCG approved aluminum hull.• Marine-grade aluminum with:• 0.125” sides• 0.190” bottom and transom.• Dimensions: Approx. 95-inch beam, 72-inch bottom, 30-inch sides, 48-inch front deck, 26-inch inside depth (gunwale to treadplate floor).• Semi-V front (chop V squared off for electrofishing), flat bottom with tracking strakes.• Longitudinal floor infrastructure and side reinforcement.• Extruded side splash rail to minimize over-spray.• Aluminum tread plate floor and bow deck with expansive work area.• Flotation exceeds USCG guidelines with closed-cell foam sprayed into sealed compartments (rear, underfloor, and bow).• Rear flotation pods with space for a 12-gallon fuel tank and seat on the starboard pod.• Welded-on bow safety rail (shocking cage) with OSHA-compliant minimum 42” height.• Constructed from 1” inside aluminum pipe (0.133” wall, 1.315” nominal OD).• 4 LED night electrofishing lights at the bow.• LED navigation lights, horn, fire extinguisher, and 750 gph bilge pump with switch.• 12-gang fuse panel for electrical connections.Generator specs:• Model: Honda EU7000is Super Quiet Inverter Generator or equivalent• Isolated neutral for safe operation.• Moored adjacent to the side console with generator plug and bonding cable.• Inverter generator stabilizer for consistent power.• Fuel Capacity: 12-gallon topside fuel tank with fittings and hose.• Generator must be mounted on a stand to allow exhaust escape from the boat.Electrofishing Booms and Arrays:• Two pivot/swing electrofishing booms with 10ga 1000V wire.• 2” outside diameter, ¼” wall, combination fiberglass and thermosetting polyester resin with UV inhibitors (non-conductive).• Boom tip connections are socket design to prevent electrocution hazard.• Welded-on chain hangers and boom cradles with stainless steel hardware.• Two snagless anode arrays, 24” spread.• 3/16” stainless steel cables.• Twelve 1” stainless steel anode dropper tubes for low conductivity waters.Electrofishing System:• Midwest Lakes Electrofishing Systems Infinity Series Control Box (40A Unit):• DC Output Power:o Square wave, 5500 watts continuous, 12000+ watts pulsed output.o Voltage output: 0-1200 VDC at 40A peak (adjustable by duty cycle).o Pulse rate: Adjustable from 1-300 pulses per second.o Duty cycle: Adjustable from 1-100%.• AC Output Power:o Up to 7200 watts continuous, pulsed with 40 unique pulse packet cycles.o Voltage output: 0-240 VAC at 30A RMS.• Digital Metering:o Independent displays for peak watts, amps, and volts.o Auto-correction of frequency and voltage for consistent output waveforms.• Safety and Protection:o High voltage soft start, dead short protection, and overloading safeguards.o Programmable electrofishing settings (9 preset configurations).o Red illuminated emergency shut-down switch.o Hermetically sealed design, splash resistance, and cooling via oversized aluminum rear heat sink (12.75”L x 5.25”H x 1.6725”D).o One 14”x23” safety foot switch pad at bow for dipper encapsulated waterproof switch with 5lbs activation pressure• Wiring Systemo System crafted from high density polyamideo Waterproof connections, UV resistant, and rated for 32 Ao Nitrile o-rings and silicone rubber sealing gasketso Machined solid brass, nickel plated contactso Positive locating keyways only terminate into correct receptacleso UL, CSA, VDE, approved• Monitoring:o Digital (live) displays for nighttime operation.o Integrated safety switch continuity test function.o Unit powered by 240V 60Hz generator (Honda EU7000iS inverter generator).• Manual-Operator'sOutboard Specs:• Suzuki 115hp 4-stroke outboard motor or equivalent• 25-inch shaft with hydraulic steering.• Power tilt, trim, and electric start.• Side throttle shift controls.• Cranking battery included.• Propeller: Aluminum prop.• Fuel Tank:o 12-gallon topside fuel tank, fittings, and hose.Trailer Specs:• Aluminum I-beam construction with two 3500lb axles.• Surge brakes on both axles, 2” ball hitch coupler, and brake actuator.• 15" tires, including spare and mount.• Side and Bottom Slick Bunks for easy loading/unloading.• LED trailer lights, 7-pole light connector, winch, and strap.Upgrades:• 80 Amp Shock Box• 6 inch setback hydraulic jackplate• Dip net package• Protective case for control box• 5”x7.5” drivers foot pedal safety switch with spring bar activation in series receptacle at console• Installed depth finder similar to Garmin ECHOmap UHD2 9" SV chart plotter.Notes:• State may pickup boat at supplier facility, but please include delivery line estimate.• Fisheries Staff will approve final design prior to boat build.
