Description
Mercury 8M0052870 SmartCraft SC100 Trim Gauge White 2-1/8 in 52mm
Monitor engine trim position with the Mercury 8M0052870 SmartCraft SC100 trim gauge. This OEM 52mm System Link trim gauge features a white face and glass lens, fitting a standard 2-1/8 inch dash opening for compatible Mercury SmartCraft instrument systems.
Key Features
- Genuine Mercury SmartCraft SC100 System Link trim gauge
- White face with glass lens for a clean OEM-style instrument appearance
- Fits a standard 2-1/8 in. / 52mm diameter dash opening
- Displays engine trim position on compatible SmartCraft-equipped systems
- SC100 System Link design can interface with compatible SmartCraft instruments
- Application depends on the individual engine model and available trim sensor data
- Bezel sold separately unless otherwise stated by the seller
Fitment / Product Details
- Brand: Mercury
- Part Number: 8M0052870 / 79-8M0052870
- BU Part ID: Not provided
- Product Type: SmartCraft SC100 System Link Trim Gauge
- Application: Compatible Mercury SmartCraft gauge systems where a 52mm trim gauge is specified
- Engine Types: SmartCraft-compatible Mercury, MerCruiser, and related marine applications where trim data and required sensors are available
- HP Range: Not horsepower-specific; verify by SmartCraft system, engine model, and sensor compatibility
- Serial Ranges: Not provided; verify by engine serial number, SmartCraft configuration, and parts diagram
- Year Range: Not provided; verify by engine model, serial number, and SmartCraft system compatibility
- Gauge Size: 2-1/8 in. / 52mm
- Gauge Face: White
- Lens: Glass
- Bezel: Sold separately unless otherwise stated
- UPC: Not provided
- Country of Origin: Not provided
- Prop 65: Not shown for this specific gauge in the retrieved catalog entry
- Package Dimensions: Not provided
- Package Weight: Not provided
- Supersedes / Replaces: Not provided
- Fitment Note: Confirm compatibility by Mercury part number, SmartCraft system, engine model, serial number, available trim sensors, harness setup, and parts diagram before ordering.
What’s Included
- One Mercury 8M0052870 / 79-8M0052870 SmartCraft SC100 white trim gauge
- Bezel, harnesses, senders, sensors, and additional installation components are not included unless otherwise stated
Expanded Fitment
- Mercury SmartCraft SC100 System Link gauge applications where 8M0052870 is specified
- Compatible Mercury SmartCraft systems capable of displaying engine trim position
- Dash panels using a standard 2-1/8 in. / 52mm gauge opening
- SC100 link gauge systems connected to compatible SmartCraft instruments, system monitors, MercMonitor, or SC1000 System Tach setups
- Not universal; confirm SmartCraft compatibility and trim sensor availability before ordering
Why You Should Buy
- OEM Mercury gauge for a clean factory-style SmartCraft instrument replacement or upgrade
- Helps provide quick visual feedback of engine trim position while operating the boat
- White face and glass lens match compatible Mercury SmartCraft white-face gauge layouts
- Standard 52mm size fits common marine gauge panel openings
- Ideal replacement for a damaged, faded, missing, or non-working trim gauge
Common Applications
- Mercury SmartCraft trim gauge replacement
- SC100 System Link gauge installations
- Marine helm instrumentation service
- Dash panel gauge upgrades or restorations
- Engine trim position monitoring on compatible Mercury SmartCraft systems
FAQ
- Is Mercury 8M0052870 the white trim gauge? Yes. The Mercury catalog lists 8M0052870 / 79-8M0052870 as a white face trim gauge with a glass lens.
- What size dash opening does this gauge fit? It fits a standard 2-1/8 in. / 52mm diameter hole.
- Is this a SmartCraft SC100 gauge? Yes. It is part of the Mercury SmartCraft SC100 System Link gauge family.
- Does this gauge include the bezel? No. Mercury notes that bezels are sold separately for SC100 and SC1000 gauges unless otherwise stated.
- What bezel fits this gauge? For a white 52mm SC100 bezel, use Mercury 8798712. Black and chrome 52mm bezel options are also available where the dash style requires them.
- Will this work with every Mercury engine? No. Application depends on the engine model, SmartCraft compatibility, and available trim sensors.
- Does this require a trim sender or sensor? Yes. Trim display depends on compatible trim sender or sensor data being available to the SmartCraft system.
- How do I confirm fitment? Confirm by Mercury part number 8M0052870 / 79-8M0052870, engine serial number, SmartCraft setup, gauge harness configuration, trim sensor availability, and parts diagram.

