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MT401FF 406 MHz float free EPIRB

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).

Operation

Compliance	GMDSS Compatible and meets the latest IMO A810-19 requirements
Activation	- Automatically on immersion in water - Manually by operator
Duration	48 hours minimum
Transmission	121.5 and 406 MHz
Delay	Signals commence ~60 seconds after activation
Warm-Up	None required (due to digital signal frequency generation)
VHF	121.5 MHz, 50 mW ±3 dB, swept tone AM
UHF	406.028 MHz*, 5 W ± 2 dB, PSK (digital)
Strobe	20 flashes/minute at greater than 0.75 cd effective intensity
UHF Protocol/Data	Radio Call Sign, Serial Number and MMSI
Repetition Period	50 s mean digitally generated randomization
VHF	Satellite compatible phase coherent

Battery

Replacement Period	Prior to replacement date marked on case (6 years)
Replacement Method	Authorised service centre or factory only (non user replaceable)
Chemistry	LiS02 (2.4 g Lithium per cell)
No./Size	2 x 'D' sized cells

Physical

Operating	-20°C to +55 °C
Storage	-30°C to +70°C
Weight	555 g (nominal)
Compass Safe Distance	0.7 meter minimum from magnetic navigational device
Dimensions	260 mm (H) x 102 mm (W) x 83 mm (D) max. when stowed in bracket
Materials	UV stabilized plastic chassis
Performance	IEC 61097; IEC 60945; AS/NZS 4280.1; ETSI EN 300 066

Mounting Bracket/Housing

Release	- Automatically before reaching 4 meters depth, or - Manually by Operator
Protection	Impact resistant housing fully encloses EPIRB for environmental protection.
Mounting	At four (4) points to vessel
Housing Weight	1.1 kg (nominal)
Housing Dimensions	385.5 mm (h) x 157.5 mm (w) x 102.5 mm (d)
Materials	Marine grade stainless steel and long life UV Polypropylene stabilised enclosure
Service	Fully user replaceable HRU at 2 year intervals as per applicable authority requirements

Other Features

Retention Lanyard	Buoyant type approximately 5.5 metres long
Reflector	SOLAS retro-reflective tape encircling unit above waterline
Solid-state Strobe	High reliability solid state 3 emitter design exceeds IMO requirements
Antenna	Flexible self straightening stainless steel design