The MT603FG is the most advanced MEOSAR-ready 406MHz digital EPIRB on the market today.
Designed, engineered and manufactured in Australia, the MT603FG has obtained international Cospas-Sarsat approval. Boasting the latest advances in emergency beacon technology, the MT603FG ensures the safety of your vessel and crew in emergency situations, regardless of your location.
The MT603FG is a Category 1 EPIRB, which means the unit will automatically deploy from the supplied ‘Float-Free’ housing via a hydrostatic release unit at a depth of 1.5 – 4 metres, with the beacon activating upon contact with water. The EPIRB may also be manually removed from the housing and activated by the user.
It features an integrated 66 channel GPS receiver, delivering greater position accuracy and faster location fix than previous models. Boasting zero warm-up digital technology, the MT603FG acquires and transmits accurate latitude/ longitude and personal identification information to rescue authorities as soon as possible. In combination with a high-intensity, solid state strobe light and auxiliary 121.5MHz VHF homing transmitter, the MT603FG is the ultimate in emergency beacon technology.
Features:
- Float-free activation - hydrostatic release
- 66 channel GPS receiver
- Zero warm-up digital technology.
- 48 hours minimum operating time
- High-intensity, solid state strobe light
- 121.5MHz VHF homing transmitter
- Cospas-Sarsat certified for worldwide operation
- MEOSAR-ready
- 6 Year warranty
- 6 Year battery life
In the box:
- MT603G Class 2 406MHz EPIRB
- Float-free housing (Category 1)
- Mounting hardware
- Instruction manual
Modes Of Operation
Activated: UHF (406) and VHF (homer) complete with high intensity strobe and audible activation alert.
Self-test: Comprehensive internal diagnostics with visual and audible operator feedback. UHF test message (inverted synchronization compatible with portable beacon testers).
Operation
Activation: Manually by operator and automatic when deployed in water.
Duration: 48 hours minimum.
Transmission: 121.5 and 406 MHz distress signals commence 60 seconds after activation.
Delay: None required (due to digital frequency generation).
VHF: 121.5 MHz; 50 mW ± 3 dB; swept tone AM.
UHF: 406.037 MHz; 5 W ± 2 dB PSK (digital).
Light: 20 flashes/minute at > 0.75 cd effective intensity.
Certification And Approvals
COPAS-SARSAT: Certified to C/S T.001 (Class 2, Category I) requirements.
Repetition period: 50 s mean.
Transport: Class 9 dangerous goods.
Battery
Replacement period: Prior to expiry date marked on case.
Replacement method: Service centre or factory only (non-user replaceable).
Chemistry: LiSO2 (2.4g Lithium per cell).
Configuration: 2 'D' type cells.
Mechanical Specifications
Operating temperature: -20?C to +55?C.
Storage temperature: -30?C to +70?C.
Weight: 555g (plus 1000g for bracket).
Compass safe distance: 0.8m (inc. mounting bracket) from magnetic navigational device when inactive.
Dimensions (mm): 155 (W) x 390 (H) x 110 (D) max. when stowed in bracket.
Materials: UV stabilized plastic chassis.
Antenna: Flexible self straightening stainless steel design.
GPS Receiver
Type: Internal 66 channel high performance receiver.
Antenna: Quadrifilar helix antenna.
DELIVERY
Please refer to the table below for an estimate of delivery times to your area. Please note we do not ship to PO Boxes.
Delivery Location** |
Estimated Delivery Times* |
Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide |
2-7 business days after dispatch |
Brisbane, Canberra, Geelong, Wollongong, Newcastle |
2-7 business days after dispatch |
Perth, Hobart, Darwin |
2-7 business days after dispatch |
Non-Metro - VIC, NSW, SA |
3-7 business days after dispatch |
Non-Metro - WA, TAS, QLD |
4-10 business days after dispatch |
Far North WA, Far North QLD and NT |
7-14 business days after dispatch |
*The above delivery times are estimates provided by our couriers. Actual delivery times may vary, and delays can occur during the peak Christmas Season or as a result of other factors outside of the courier's control.
**We do not ship to any PO Boxes or Parcel collection points. Orders must be signed for. Your order will be canceled if it goes to a PO Box.
Note: if your nearest warehouse is out of stock, your goods will need to ship from the next available warehouse. If this occurs, please allow an extra day or 2 in addition to the estimated times in the table above.
Shipping is calculated at checkout but orders over $399 are free, excluding fridges, solar panels and other large items were freight is not available
We ship Australia wide, however we do not ship International.