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MCMURDO SMARTFING G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB
MCMURDO SMARTFING G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB is a 406 MHz Cospas-Sarsat GMDSS satellite EPIRB by MCMURDO (Category 2 Manual) featuring built-in Multi-GNSS, 121.5 MHz homing, and integrated AIS distress locating.
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MCMURDO SMARTFING G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB
MCMURDO SMARTFING G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB is a 406 MHz Cospas-Sarsat GMDSS satellite EPIRB by MCMURDO (Category 2 Manual) featuring built-in Multi-GNSS, 121.5 MHz homing, and integrated AIS distress locating.
The MCMURDO SMARTFING G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB from MCMURDO is a next-generation 406 MHz Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) compliant with the latest IMO MSC.471(101), Cospas-Sarsat MEOSAR, and MED Wheelmark regulations. Combining global 406 MHz satellite distress alerting with local VHF AIS distress broadcast…
406 MHz Cospas-Sarsat + Local AIS Alerting
Alerts global SAR satellites while plotting an active AIS MOB/EPIRB ta…
Category 2 Manual & Water-Activated Release Bracket
Supplied with quick-release bulkhead mounting bracket and water-sensin…
Multi-GNSS Fast Position Lock
Multi-constellation GPS/Galileo receiver pinpoints casualty location w…
Visible & Night-Vision Infrared LED Strobe
High-intensity white strobe plus IR strobe for night-vision SAR helico…
48+ Hours Operational Autonomy
10-year lithium battery life (model dependent) with >48 hours continuo…
Key Features
Key Features & Operational Capabilities
Engineered by MCMURDO for professional maritime reliability, compliance, and seamless shipboard integration.
- 406 MHz Cospas-Sarsat + Local AIS Alerting
- Category 2 Manual & Water-Activated Release Bracket
- Multi-GNSS Fast Position Lock
- Visible & Night-Vision Infrared LED Strobe
- 48+ Hours Operational Autonomy
Where It Is Used
Maritime Applications & Vessel Types
Discover how the MCMURDO SMARTFING G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB supports critical operations across commercial fleets, workboats, and leisure vessels.
Technical Specifications
At a Glance
Beacon Category
Category 2 Manual & Water-Activated Release Bracket
Distress Frequencies
406 MHz (Cospas-Sarsat), AIS (161.975/162.025 MHz) & 121.5 MHz Homing
GNSS Receiver
Multi-Constellation GPS & Galileo
Operating Life
Minimum 48 Hours at -20°C
Strobe Light
High-Intensity Visible LED + Infrared (IR) Night Vision LED
Connectivity / Test
Self-Test & GNSS Test (+ NFC Smartphone App on EPIRB3/Tron 60AIS)
Certifications
IMO MSC.471(101), MED Wheelmark, Cospas-Sarsat, IEC 61097-2
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