Radar Mounting

[jmoneilthe2]

I have purchased a Radar Mount and Radar for my Seafarer 22. I have a Bimini top not a hard top so I'm looking for advise on how high I need to set the Radar at to clear the Bimini Top. I have read about 8 inches? Does anyone else have this setup and can give me some advise?
Thanks,
John

 

[seasick]

What are going to mount the radar to? Do you have a radar arch or some other hard structure. Mounting the dome or array to the bimini top doesn't sound like a good idea.

The radar array should be mounted level to the water line while cruising. In addition, the beam of the radar should clear any obstacles like hard top, spot lights, antennas etc.
Since the beam is usually 15 degrees above and below the dome or array, the array needs to have a clear line of sight so if the beam hits the top, the unit needs to be raised and or moved forward or a combination of the two.
The closer to the boat that you want to see objects, the higher or more forward the array would have to be mounted.
The angle of the beam depends on the particular radar model. Call the manufacturer's support line . I am sure they will have the documentation and guidance.