McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB vs GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II

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The McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB and ACR Electronics GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II are both epirbs products. Key difference: Frequency — McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB is 406.031 / 121.5 MHz vs GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II at 406.031 MHz.

McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB
GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II

Specification comparison

Specification McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II
Frequency 406.031 / 121.5 MHz 406.031 MHz
Power Output (406 MHz) 5 W 12W EIRP
Power Output (121.5 MHz) 50 mW 50 mW
GPS GPS(L1) + Galileo(E1), 72-channel 72-channel GNSS (GPS, Galileo, Glonass)
Weight 164 g 810 g
Dimensions 36 x 50 x 112 mm 280 x 109 x 111 mm
Battery Life 24 hours 48 hours
Service Life 5 years 10 years
Temperature Range -20 to +55 C -20 to +55 C
Maximum Altitude 12192 m
Homing Frequency 121.5 MHz
AIS Frequency 161.975 / 162.025 MHz
Antenna Length 190 mm
Position Accuracy 100 m
Waterproof Depth 10 m
Activation Type Manual
Material Floatable yellow polycarbonate

Certification comparison

Certification McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II
MED — Not listed ✓
SOLAS — Not listed ✓
USCG — Not listed ✓

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McMurdo FastFind Return Link PLB
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GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB - Category II
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