Ocean Signal EPIRB3
Ocean Signal's EPIRB3 is a 406MHz global distress beacon equipped with a hand release bracket. The EPIRB3 offers a number of features in a modern and compact design, including AIS technology, which provides local rescuers with accurate and reliable information on the location of the person in distress, thus expediting rescue. In addition, the Return Link Service (RLS) confirms receipt of the distress message.
Near Field Communication (NFC) allows the use of a smartphone app to monitor the EPIRB's battery and other functions, ensuring its proper operation. Compliant with IMO RESOLUTION MSC.471(101) and GMDSS, the product meets international maritime safety standards.
Data required for programming:
- MMSI code
- Owner's general information
- Flag of the vessel
- Name and registration number of the vessel
Main technical specifications:
- 406 MHz transmitter: EIRP power 12W, frequency 406.031 MHz ±1KHz, phase modulation ±1.1 radians.
- AIS transmitter: EIRP power 1Watt±3dB, frequency 161.975/162.025 MHz, position and status messages.
- 121.5 MHz transmitter: PERP power 50mW±3dB, frequency 121.5 MHz.
- Strobe lights: High intensity LED, infrared, visible intensity >1 candela, flash frequency of 24 per minute.
- Battery: Lithium iron disulfide (LiFeS2), operational life of more than 48 hours at -20°C.
- GNSS receiver: Sensitivity -167dBm, 72 satellite channels, cold start at -148dBm.
