EPIRB purchase

406 MHz EPIRBs & PLBs

EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons) and PLBs (Personal Locator Beacons) are completely self-contained radio transmitters designed for emergency use. When activated, they transmit an internationally recognised distress signal. They are designed to be used when the safety of you, your craft or your crew is endangered and you have no other means of communication

We offer a range of EPIRB & PLB units:

	MT410G PLB - A$589 inc GST Lightweight personal beacon with GPS positioning 7 year warranty, 7 year battery life Typical accuracy < 45 metres Specifications
	MT410 PLB - A$499 inc GST Lightweight personal beacon 7 year warranty, 7 year battery life Typical accuracy < 5 kilometres Specifications
	MT400 EPIRB - A$529 inc GST Manual activation marine beacon 6 year warranty, 6 year battery life Specifications What do I do at the end of six years? Click here.
	MT403 EPIRB - A$629 inc GST Water (or manual) activation marine beacon 6 year warranty, 6 year battery life Specifications
	MT403G EPIRB - A$829 inc GST Water (or manual) activation marine beacon with inbuilt GPS 6 year warranty, 6 year battery life Specifications

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MT410/MT410G specifications

Modes of Operation

Activated	UHF (406) and VHF (homer) complete with high intensity strobe and audible alert.
Self Test	Comprehensive internal diagnostics with visual and audible operator feedback. UHF test message (inverted synchronisation compatible with portable beacon testers). GPS satellite acquisition test (MT410G only)

Operation

Activation	Automatically when antenna deployed
Duration	In excess of 24 hours at -20°C, longer at higher ambient temperatures
Transmission	121.5 and 406 MHz
Delay	60 seconds to de-activate proior to transmissio n
Warm-Up	None required (due to digital signal frequency generation)
VHF	121.5 MHz, 50 mW ±3 dB, swept tone AM (analogue)
UHF	406.028 MHz, 5 W ± 2 dB, PSK (digital)
Strobe	> 20 flashes/minute 2 x high intensity white LED
COSPAS-SARSAT	Certified to C/S T.001 (Class 2) requirements
Approvals	- AS/NZS 4280.2 - ETSI EN 302 152-1
UHF Protocol/Data	Supports all short (MT410) and long (MT410G) operation protocols (reprogrammable by distributor)
Repetition Period	50 s mean digitally generated randomization
VHF	Satellite compatible phase coherent

Battery

Replacement Period	Prior to replacement date marked on case (7 years)
Replacement Method	Authorised service centre or factory only (non user replaceable)
Battery Chemistry	LiMnS02 (0.49 g Lithium per cell)
Battery Configuration	2 electronically isolated batteries, each consisting of 2 cell types CR17345

Physical

Operating	-20°C to +55 °C
Storage	-30°C to +70°C
Weight	MT410: 235g MT410G: 250g
Compass Safe Distance	0.1 m (for minimum deflection)
Dimensions	135 mm (H) x 71 mm (W) x 38 mm (D)
Buoyant	Will float in fresh/salt water (RTMCM Cat1)
Waterproof	Submersion to 1m
Materials	High visibility yellow chassis with translucent cap. UV stabilised high impact plastic chassis with energy absorbtion overmouled bumpers

GPS Receiver (MT410G ONLY)

Type	Ultra-high sensitivity L1 frequency C/A
Channels	16 channel, 8192 time/frequency search windows
Antenna	Dielectrically loaded quadrifilar helix
Acquisition	Cold start 34 seconds typical Warm start < 3.5 seconds typical
Position	Located to within 45m typical

Other Features

Transport	Meets UN requirements for transport as non-hazardous cargo on board passenger aircraft
Antenna	Flexible and robust wire rope design. Marine grade 316 stainless steel
Included Accessories	Wrist/Neck strap. Protective carry pouch with multidirectional belt loops
Antenna	Flexible self straightening stainless steel design

*Standard factory setting. Programmable via external interface to operate over 406.000 MHz to 406.100 MHz. Other protocols available.

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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