Faria Instruments

Faria Beede Instruments: Precision Gauges Built to Last

Since 1956, Faria Beede Instruments, Inc. has been engineering some of the most trusted analog and digital instrumentation on the market. Founded in North Stonington, Connecticut, the company spent its early years supplying tachometers to Ford Motor Company before expanding into a global supplier to prestigious marine and industrial manufacturers worldwide. Today, with more than six decades of precision manufacturing behind them, Faria Instruments remains a privately held, American company dedicated to building instrumentation that performs reliably whether you're piloting a boat, operating heavy equipment, or monitoring a diesel engine.

From the Factory Floor to the Open Water

Faria's reputation was built on one fundamental promise: accurate readings in demanding environments. Their expansive lineup of gauges spans fuel level, water temperature, oil pressure, voltmeters, and speedometers — engineered to withstand marine-grade exposure to moisture, UV radiation, and vibration. These gauges are available in a variety of bezel styles and finishes, making them a popular choice for both OEM installations and aftermarket upgrades on powerboats, sailboats, and recreational vessels.

For captains who need to know what's beneath the hull, Faria's in-dash digital depth sounders deliver clear, reliable water depth readings directly from a flush-mounted dash panel — no separate chartplotter required. These units are designed with the boater in mind, offering intuitive displays and straightforward installation.

Engine monitoring is another cornerstone of the Faria lineup. Their tachometer gauges are built to accurately measure engine RPM across a wide range of marine and industrial motors, giving operators the confidence to run at optimal performance levels and catch problems before they become costly. Complementing the tachometer is the hour meter gauge, an essential tool for tracking engine runtime and scheduling preventative maintenance on schedule — a must-have for any vessel or piece of equipment that sees regular use.

Rounding out the catalog, Faria's electronics parts and accessories ensure that installers and DIY enthusiasts have everything they need to complete a clean, professional installation. From senders and sensors to harnesses and brackets, these accessories are engineered to integrate seamlessly with the broader Faria instrument ecosystem.

Why Boaters and Technicians Choose Faria

• Over 60 years of instrumentation expertise — a heritage that spans marine, automotive, and industrial applications
• Marine-grade construction — designed to resist moisture, corrosion, and prolonged UV exposure
• Wide product variety — analog and digital options across dozens of gauge types and panel styles
• OEM-trusted quality — a supplier to leading manufacturers across the globe
• Made for real-world conditions — instruments built for the rigors of the open water and the engine room alike

Whether you're re-instrumenting a classic cruiser, upgrading a center console, or specifying gauges for a commercial application, Faria Beede Instruments offers the depth of product selection and the proven reliability that professionals and enthusiasts have depended on for generations.