GME - MT403FF EPIRB 406MHz Float Free and Auto Release

More Australian rescues start with GME than with any other brand

The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) compliant MT403FF is a 'state of the art' enclosed satellite distress beacon designed to operate in conjunction with the COSPAS-SARSAT International Satellite Search and Rescue System.

Designed to meet the most demanding regulatory approvals the GME MT403FF is a Class 2, Category 1 EPIRB in a fully enclosed float free housing with a Hammar HRU that will release the beacon at a certain depth, the beacon will then automatically activate.

The cost of 406 MHz beacon ownership has been dramatically lowered by the introduction of the MT403FF. GME's unique energy conserving microprocessor technology enables the battery replacement period to be extended to 6 years. This technology has significantly reduced both the size and accordingly the replacement price. The MT403FF is factory programmed with a unique serial number which should be registered with the appropriate national Search and Rescue Authority. In many countries, authorities permit the EPIRB to be coded with the vessel's Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number or Radio Call Sign. This reprogramming is undertaken by a GME authorised Dealer.

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Product Details

Unrivaled in technology, performance and price.
COSPAS-SARSAT worldwide operation.
Ground breaking microprocessor based design, delivers unparalleled performance and value.
Meets AS/NZ 4280.1:2003 standards. C/S T.001/007. IMO A810 (19).
Zero warm-up digital technology.
High intensity solid state strobe.
Enclosed in a UV resistant float free housing that automatically deploys and activates the EPPIRB when submersed to a depth of 2-4 metres.
Rugged easy-to-mount design.
6 Year battery life.
Easy, in-built self-test with audio / visual alert.
6 Year GME Warranty

In the Box:

Instruction Manual
Quick Reference Placard
Registration Forms
Mounting Bracket

Product Specifications

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) requirements.

Standards and Approvals

GMDSS; IMO A810 (19); IEC 61097; IEC 60945; AS/NZS 4280.1; ETSI EN 300 066

Repetition Period

50 s mean

BATTERY

Replacement Period

Prior to expiry date marked on case.

Replacement Method

Service centre or factory only (non-user replaceable)

Chemistry

LiMnO2 (0.49 g Lithium per cell)

Configuration

5 parallel packs each of 2 series cells

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION

Operating

-20˚C to +55˚C

Storage

-30˚C to +70˚C

Weight

555g (plus 1100g for bracket)

Compass Safe Distance

0.7m (EPIRB in auto release housing)

Dimensions

102 (W) x 260 (H) x 83 (D) mm max. when stowed in bracket

Materials

UV stabilized plastic chassis

Antenna

Flexible self straightening stainless steel design