Overview
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- Built in strobe light for enhanced location in poor visibility
- Full functioning self-test including battery voltage, and internal circuitry
- Water and manual activation
The world's smallest 406 MHz EPIRB that meets all regulations and is fully approved worldwide (COSPAS-SARSAT certified). You can be sure of your safety when carrying this device.
To be certain your EPIRB is ready to go in an emergency, you can perform a fully functional self test of internal circuitry and battery voltage.
The Satellite 2 406 EPIRB has a 48-hour battery life, so it will transmit long after the first 24hr "Golden Day" (the first 24 hours following a traumatic event when the majority of survivors can still be saved). The battery is also Non-Hazmat so you can easily transport the beacon where ever you go, ensuring you're covered in the event of an emergency.
This EPIRB automatically activates when out of the bracket and in the water, or can be manually activated, and floats upright in the water, allowing for greater signal reception.
PLB and EPIRB
PLBs are personal locating beacons – they are pocket sized.
EPIRBs are emergency position indicating beacons – they must float to conform to regulations.
State and Territory Marine authorities regulations are now in force. All boats proceeding more than 2nms outside partially smooth waters,
are required to carry an EPIRB that meets the Australian/New Zealand Standard 4280.1 (deals specifically with EPIRBs).
EPIRBs are required to operate for a minimum of 48 hours, and float upright with antenna clear of the water, when deployed.
EPIRBs are designed to operate most effectively, when activated and deployed in the water. Please note that a PLB (see separately) does not conform, and will not be accepted by regulators, as satisfying the Standard 4280.1. PLBs can of course, be carried on vessels as
additional safety devices for personal use. This may be particularly helpful in man-overboard situations.
PLBs sold in Australia are required to meet AS/NZS 4280.2 and must operate for a minimum of 24 hours. They can be used on land, in the air, and on water. Although they are required to float, PLBs don’t have to confirm to EPIRB regulations. In a marine environment, a survivor would need to ensure the beacon antenna is supported clear of the water, so that it can operate effectively.
PLBs will not be accepted by the regulators as EPIRBs for the purpose of the emergency beacon regulations. The intent is that boats must be fitted with EPIRBs that meet
Part 1 of the Standard 4280. Owners and crews are encouraged however, to carry
PLBs in addition to the boat's
EPIRB, where conditions and activities may lead to man overboard situations.
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