We have run into a batch of FACTORY NEW, IN THE BOX, EPIRB's that you can purchase at a fraction of their original cost. All original paperwork, registration cards and manual are included.

Emergency beacon transmits two radio signals at time of distress which is then detected by a passing satellite and relayed to SAR (Search And Rescue) program participants who then can coordinate a prompt rescue.

Distress signals are transmitted on 406.025 MHz and 121.5 MHz and contain the buoy's serial number, which has been properly registered before hand. Mission Control Centre receives the signal and alerts proper authorities in the area. A powerful strobe activates on buoy top.

Unit is about 8-1/2" diameter and 26" long. Manufactured in June of 1994. Standard maintenance requires battery replacement at regular intervals. The existing battery should be considered expired. We dismantled a battery pack and discovered five "D" size Lithium Manganese Dioxide 3v cells in series for 15v total. This Saft LM Series battery is known for it's extreme shelf life. The original pack actually used only about 1/3 of the space in the battery chamber. The balance was filled with expanding foam. We do not encourage the use of our EPIRB on vessels REQUIRING an emergency beacon by law if outfitting it with anything other than the factory approved pack. Last we checked the factory had stock but they were hideously expensive. Our target is smaller vessels that would like to have a Satfind but cannot afford the newest model.