{"title":"Kayak Trolling Motor Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003ePurpose-built trolling motor accessories for motorized kayak anglers. PWM controller housings, cradle mounts, and wiring parts designed for real fishing setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"handheld-remote-speed-controller-housing","title":"Handheld Remote Speed Controller Housing for Trolling Motors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is no purpose-built handheld controller housing for kayak trolling motor setups — what exists is improvised: food containers, GoPro housings, or a full PWM unit with the pot and rocker mounted directly on the box, which is clunky and not designed for cockpit use. The Handheld Remote Speed Controller Housing is a purpose-printed PETG shell — UV, heat, and impact resistant — sized around a Bourns PDB18 series potentiometer (7.20mm shaft, M7 x P0.75 bushing thread) and E-Switch R1966 series rocker switch (13mm x 20mm panel cutout), with a back cover and four screws so your build closes clean. Justin has run the same housing on over 100 trips across two seasons on a Vanhunk Mahi Mahi 11' with a 36lb thrust NP Trolling Motor — no failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller housing (PETG — UV, heat, and impact resistant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x BT3 x 8mm socket head cap self-tapping screws (H2 hex driver, black zinc-nickel plated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's NOT Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotentiometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocker switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiring or connectors of any kind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePWM controller (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilders who already have their electrical components and want a purpose-designed housing to finish the build cleanly — not a sourcing project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHousing openings are sized for a Bourns PDB18 series potentiometer (7.20mm shaft opening, M7 x P0.75 bushing thread) and E-Switch R1966 series rocker switch (13mm x 20mm panel cutout). Other components with matching shaft and cutout dimensions may fit — verify dimensions against your components before ordering. Designed for use with the Handheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount (sold separately) for hands-free mounting on standard kayak T-track systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This housing is not waterproof. It is not designed to be submerged or soaked. Buyers who require waterproof housing should not order this product. Conformal coating the internal electricals is possible but is not a tested or supported configuration — buyer assumes that risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e DIY — You supply and install all electrical components. Basic soldering and wiring knowledge required. The housing provides the enclosure; it does not include the pot, rocker switch, wire, or connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed the Bourns PDB18 series pot and E-Switch R1966 rocker switch to go with it? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/handheld-remote-speed-controller-parts-kit\"\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller Parts Kit\u003c\/a\u003e includes both components, matched and ready to wire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Current Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48925275226339,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/8381\/3603\/files\/IMG_1656.jpg?v=1779248083"},{"product_id":"handheld-remote-speed-controller-parts-kit","title":"Handheld Remote Speed Controller Parts Kit for Trolling Motors","description":"\u003cp\u003eSourcing a potentiometer and rocker switch that fit this housing means finding the right ohm rating, the right switch form factor, and confirming dimensions before you solder — and getting any of those wrong means starting over. The Handheld Remote Speed Controller Parts Kit ships the housing, back cover, and the exact components this housing was designed around: a Bourns PDB18 series B100k potentiometer and E-Switch R1966 series rocker switch (UL listed, File E121922), all unassembled so you wire it to your spec. Justin built and confirmed this kit on a Vanhunk Mahi Mahi 11' after his HARMNEE PWM was soaked in 25+ MPH winds — the Briidea and HARMNEE wiring compatibility in the notes below came from that rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller housing (PETG — UV, heat, and impact resistant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x BT3 x 8mm socket head cap self-tapping screws (H2 hex driver, black zinc-nickel plated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourns PDB18 series B100k potentiometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE-Switch R1966 series rocker switch (UL listed, File E121922)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's NOT Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiring or connectors of any kind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldering supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePWM controller (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilders comfortable with soldering who want housing-matched components without sourcing them separately — or who already have a PWM and want to finish the handheld side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eComponents are spec-matched to this housing. Compatible with PWM controllers that use a potentiometer and toggle switch for speed and on\/off control. Not compatible with PWM controllers that route full motor current through the pot or rocker switch — verify your controller's wiring diagram before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirmed compatible: Briidea 2nd Gen PWM, HARMNEE PWM DC Motor Speed Controller. Both ship with connector leads you can solder directly to the pot and rocker switch terminals in this kit. No additional connectors required for either of those controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth tested PWM controllers also ship with their own pot and rocker switch. You can use those stock components in this housing instead if you prefer. Note: if you swap out the Briidea 2nd Gen stock components, the original enclosure will have open holes — cover them with marine-grade tape until a cover plate is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWiring Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring Justin's own rewiring, the motor ran in reverse when the rocker switch was in his preferred position. Fix: swap the two signal wires at the pot terminals, or flip the orientation of the rocker switch during installation. Catch this on your first bench test before mounting the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This housing is not waterproof. Not designed to be submerged or soaked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e DIY — Requires soldering and basic wiring knowledge. Components arrive unassembled. You connect the pot and rocker switch to your PWM's signal lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant it fully assembled, wired, and ready to connect? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/handheld-remote-speed-controller-complete-kit\"\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller - Complete Kit\u003c\/a\u003e ships field-tested with the cable terminated and the Cradle Mount included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Current Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48925275259107,"sku":null,"price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"handheld-remote-speed-controller-complete-kit","title":"Handheld Remote Speed Controller - Complete Kit for Trolling Motors","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilding a handheld trolling motor controller from components means sourcing parts, verifying specs, soldering, and testing before you know if it works, this skips all of that. The Handheld Remote Speed Controller - Complete Kit ships assembled and field-tested: a Bourns PDB18 series B100k potentiometer and E-Switch R1966 series rocker switch (UL listed, File E121922) wired internally, a 5 ft. braided cable terminating in a JST-XH connector matched to your PWM, and the Cradle Mount included. Justin field-tested this unit on a Vanhunk Mahi Mahi 11' towing two loaded kayaks — three people, one mile at full power with a 36lb thrust NP Trolling Motor, still reaching 3.5 mph — and iterated through 2 potentiometers, 2 rocker switches, several CAD revisions, and 2 PWM controllers before this spec was finalized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller housing (PETG — UV, heat, and impact resistant), fully assembled and field-tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x BT3 x 8mm socket head cap self-tapping screws (H2 hex driver, black zinc-nickel plated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourns PDB18 series B100k potentiometer (installed, soldered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE-Switch R1966 series rocker switch (UL listed, File E121922, installed, soldered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 to 4 ft. braided cable with JST-XH connector (terminated at PWM end, soldered internally at component end)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's NOT Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePWM controller (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT-track rail (uses your existing kayak track)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnglers who want a finished handheld trolling motor speed controller, no soldering, no component sourcing, no assembly, who already have a compatible PWM controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JST-XH connector is terminated and tested with the Briidea 2nd Gen PWM and HARMNEE PWM DC Motor Speed Controller. Also compatible with PWM controllers that use a potentiometer and toggle switch for speed and on\/off control — not full motor current pass-through. Verify your controller's wiring diagram if your model is not listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Swap Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e JST-XH female pins can be removed from the housing and reinserted to match your PWM's harness without cutting or resoldering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring color schemes vary by PWM.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your controller's leads may not match the cable colors in this kit. A colored wiring diagram is in progress — check the product page for updates. Until then, verify your PWM's wiring diagram before connecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat \"plug-and-play\" means here:\u003c\/strong\u003e You connect the JST-XH lead to your PWM's pot and switch pins — two wires, no soldering. If your PWM is not listed above, verify your wiring diagram first. This product does not include a PWM controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plug-and-Play — Connect the JST-XH lead to your PWM's signal pins, slide the housing into the Cradle Mount, tighten the track hardware. Basic wiring knowledge required to match leads to the correct PWM pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready have a housing or parts kit and just need the mount? Add the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/handheld-remote-speed-controller-cradle-mount\"\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount\u003c\/a\u003e for $19.95.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Current Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48925275291875,"sku":null,"price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/8381\/3603\/files\/IMG_1636.jpg?v=1779248012"},{"product_id":"handheld-remote-speed-controller-cradle-mount","title":"Handheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eA controller sitting loose in your lap or hanging off a cable is a controller that gets dropped at the worst moment. The Handheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount slides your handheld unit in from the top and holds it hands-free on your kayak's track, right where you set it and right where you can reach it. No drilling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller Cradle Mount (PETG, outdoor-rated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack hardware pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's NOT Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld Remote Speed Controller housing (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack rail (uses your existing kayak track)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny controller or wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnglers who want hands-free controller placement on an existing track system without drilling or permanent modification to the kayak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with Current Forge Handheld Remote Speed Controller housings. Compatible with most kayak track systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e DIY - Slide into track, tighten hardware. No drilling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Current Forge and who makes these products?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent Forge is a small-batch maker brand building practical rigging and control parts for motorized fishing setups. Every product is designed, prototyped, and field-tested by the founder on a real kayak before it ships to a customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat material are these products made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Current Forge housings and mounts are printed in PETG, an outdoor-rated thermoplastic with better UV, heat, and impact resistance than standard PLA. It's the right material for a cockpit environment where parts see sun, spray, and vibration on every trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these products waterproof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Current Forge products are designed to handle cockpit splash and light spray in normal kayak use. They are not submersible and should not be submerged. Inspect parts before each trip and keep electrical connections protected with appropriate marine-rated connectors and heat shrink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these hold up in the sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePETG handles UV exposure better than PLA and is appropriate for outdoor use. Like any plastic component on a kayak, prolonged direct UV exposure over time will cause gradual degradation. Inspect parts seasonally and store out of direct sun when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is your return policy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe accept returns within 30 days of delivery on unused, uninstalled products in original condition. Products that show signs of installation, modification, or use are not eligible for return. If your product arrives defective or incorrect, contact us and we will make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMy product arrived damaged or with a defect. What do I do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact us directly with a photo of the issue. Defective or incorrectly shipped products will be replaced at no cost to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer installation support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Every product ships with a printed install reference card. Full install guides are available on the product page. If you run into something the guide doesn't cover, contact us and we'll help you work through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's actually in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printed PETG cradle mount and track hardware pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the cradle mount attach to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt slides into a standard kayak track system and locks into position with the included hardware. No drilling required. Not compatible with round rail systems or surfaces without a track slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my kayak's track system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with most kayak track systems. If you're unsure whether your track is compatible, measure your T-slot width and contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the controller stay secure in the cradle while paddling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The cradle is designed to hold the housing snugly through normal paddling, chop, and rod movement. It is not a locking retention system, so in very aggressive conditions you may want to add a tether as a backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I reposition it on the water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Loosen the track knob, slide to your preferred position, and retighten. No tools required for repositioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fit other controller housings or just Current Forge products?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed and sized specifically for Current Forge Handheld Remote Speed Controller housings. Fit on third-party housings is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need this mount to use the controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The cradle mount is optional. It is included with the Complete Kit and sold separately for Housing and Parts Kit buyers who want a hands-free track mounting solution.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Current Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48925275324643,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/currentforgegear.com\/collections\/kayak-trolling-motor-accessories.oembed","provider":"Current Forge Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}