The G8 AIS EPIRB is the world’s first EPIRB to combine the global 406MHz professional search and rescue alert, with the localised locating and tracking power of AIS. With the added benefits of dual GNSS including Galileo and GPS, it is one of the world’s most powerful EPIRBs.
McMurdo EPIRB G8 AIS Smartfind manual Cat II








McMurdo EPIRB G8 AIS Smartfind manual Cat II
Part No : 23-001-001A
McMurdo SmartFind G8 AIS EPIRB
Rugged, multi GNSS 406MHz EPIRB with both GPS and Galileo receivers, unique inbuilt AIS, optimised for new MEOSAR system
Operating Frequencies:
- 406MHz
- 121.5MHz
- Multi GNSS
- AIS
Features
- Built in AIS
- Multi GNSS including Galileo
- Accidental activation protection
- Rugged construction optimised for commercial environments
- Hands free carry strap
- 360-degree strobe
- Comes with safety bracket
- 10-year battery life
- Sealed Electronic Unit
- Sealed Battery Unit
- Manual/Auto release options
406 MHZ TRANSMITTER
Frequency | 406.040 MHz + 1kHZ |
Power output | 5 W nominal |
Modulation | Phase (16KOG1D) |
121.5 MHZ TRANSMITTER
Frequency | 121.5 MHz + 3 kHz |
Power output | 100 mW nominal |
Modulation | Swept tone AM (3K20A3X) |
AIS TRANSMITTER (SEE NOTE 1)
Frequencies | 161.975 MHz (AIS1); 162.025 MHz (AIS2) |
Power output | 1 W nominal |
Modulation | Phase (16KOGXW) |
GNSS RECEIVER (SEE NOTE 2)
Constellations | GPS, Galileo |
Frequencies | 1575.42 MHz (GPS, Galileo); |
Sensitivity | -167 dBm minimum |
Satellites tracked | 72 channel |
STROBE LIGHT
Type | 3 high intensivity LEDs |
Light output | 0.2 cd minimum |
Flash rate | 23 flashes per minute |
BATTERY
Type | Lithium iron disulphide |
Operating life | 48 hours minimum |
Shelf life (in-service life) | 10 years from date of manufacture (see Note 3) |
ENVIRONMENT
Operating temperature | -20 °C to +55 °C (-4° F to +131° F) |
Storage temperature | -30 °C to +70 °C (-22° F to +158° F) |
Automatic release depth | 4 m maximum |
DIMENSIONS (EPIRB)
Weight | 710 g |
Height/Width/Depth | 423x104x103 mm (incl. antenna) |
Length of antenna | 206 mm |
DIMENSIONS (MANUAL BRACKET)
Weight | 110 g |
Height/Width/Depth | 270x125x121 mm |
DIMENSIONS (FLOAT FREE ENCLOSURE)
Weight | 1075 g |
Height/Width/Depth | 416x126x132 mm |
STANDARDS APPLIED
COSPAS-SARSAT | C/S 1.001 C/S T.007 |
Europe | MED (wheelmark) |
USA | USCG & FCC; FCC ID; TBA; 4 7 CFR Parts 80, 2; |
International standards | Dependant on variant IEC 61097-2; IEC 60945 incl. Corrigendum1; Industry Canada RSS-287; AS/NZS 4280.1; IMO MSC/Circ. 862 |
IMO regulations | A.662(16); A.694(17); A.810(19); A.814(19) |
PART NUMBERS
SmartFind E8 Manual EPIRB | 23-001-004A |
SmartFind E8 Auto EPIRB | 23-001-504A |
SmartFind G8 Manual EPIRB | 23-001-002A |
SmartFind G8 Auto EPIRB | 23-001-502A |
SmartFind G8 AIS Manual EPIRB | 23-001-001A |
SmartFind G8 AIS Auto EPIRB | 23-001-501A |
NOTE 1:Â AIS is available on the G8-AIS model only
NOTE 2:Â GNSS is available on the G8 and G8-AIS models only
NOTE 3:Â As a responsible manufacturer, McMurdo recommends a 5-year health check at the nearest McMurdo approved service agent. Shore-based maintenance mandated vessels, battery
health check or replacements should be carried out in accordance with flag Administration requirements and not exceeding 5 years.