ACR GlobalFix V4 EPIRB CAT I with Automatic Release Bracket

ACR GlobalFix™ V4 EPIRB with Automatic Release Bracket

The ACR GlobalFix™ V4 EPIRB is your ultimate marine safety companion, designed with advanced technology and reliability for any maritime adventure. This Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) features cutting-edge electronics, including an internal 66-channel GPS for rapid location acquisition, even from a cold start. The protective keypad cover minimizes the risk of accidental activation, and the user-replaceable battery boasts a 10-year lifespan for long-term reliability.

Stay confident with the GlobalFix™ V4's dual functional self-tests that evaluate the beacon’s transmission, power, battery life, and GPS acquisition. Enhance your testing capabilities with ACR’s optional 406Link.com testing portal (available in the Americas), which provides satellite confirmation messages directly to your cell phone or email.

Key Features:

• Highly Visible LED Strobe: Energy-efficient lighting for increased visibility.
• Internal 66-Channel GPS: Rapid location acquisition for quick emergency response.
• High-Efficiency Electronics: Reliable performance under extreme conditions.
• User-Replaceable Battery: Lasts up to 10 years for long-term peace of mind.
• Professional Grade Design: Built to withstand harsh marine environments.
• Simple Manual Activation: Keypad with a protective cover to prevent false alarms.

Specifications:

Part Number: 2830 (Category I); 2831 (Category II)

Model Number: RLB-41

Size (no antenna): 8.13" (H) x 4.28" (W) (20.7cm x 10.9cm)

Weight (with bracket): Category I – 66.10 oz (1874 g); Category II – 34.92 oz (990 g)

Weight (beacon only): 27 oz (764 g)

GPS: Internal GPS (66 Channel)

Battery: Class 2 lithium battery (user replaceable) – LiMnO2 (P/N 1104)

Battery Replacement: 10-year user-replaceable battery (replace 10 years after manufacture or activation)

Material: High impact UV resistant polymer

Strobe: 4 LED Array Strobe Light

Deployment: Category I – Hydrostatic release (auto) or Manual; Category II – Manual release

Activation: Out of bracket and wet, or manually in or out of the bracket

Waterproof: 33 ft (10 m) for 5 min

Output Power: 5 W +/- 2dB (406.040 MHz); 50 mW +/-3dB (121.5 MHz)

Operational Life: 48 hours minimum @ -4°F (-20°C)

Typical Performance: +48 hrs. @ -4°F (-20°C); Longer in higher ambient temperatures

Operating Temperature: -4°F to +131°F (-20°C to +55°C) (Class 2)

Storage Temperature: -22°F to +158°F (-30°C to +70°C)

Accessories: SeaShelter™4 (P/N 2832), QuickDraw™ V4 (P/N 2833), Cat I HydroFix™ HRU (P/N 9490.1)

Approvals: Cospas-Sarsat, FCC, MED (Pending), IC Acceptances: USCG Meets: GMDSS, RTCM, IEC, and IMO standards

406Link.com: 120 satellite detectable basic self-tests (available only in the Americas)