McMurdo Fastfind MaxG GPS PLB

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Introduction:

For walker's, trekkers, sailors, pilots, fishermen . . . . anyone. With the Fastfind MaxG, anyone can enjoy the reassurance of carrying their own PLB as a last resort safeguard against any life-threatening incidents that may occur anywhere in the world.

Whether alone or in a group, on holiday or at wirk, enjoying a sport or hobby, if you ever find yourself in a remote area without any other form of communication - on land, at sea, or in the air - the Fastfind MaxG comes into its own.

Once activated it transmits a unique identification signal along with your current position via the international search and rescue satellite system, operated by COSPAS-SARSAT on 406 MHz.

The signal is then quickly passed to regional search and rescue authorities who can rapidly get to the scene

The Fastfind Plus, only better:

The new Fastifnd MaxG brings added dimensions to safety with 48-hour operation battery life at temperatures as low as -20 degrees C.

Fastfind MaxG battery packs have a 5-year storage life and are easily user replaceable.

All Fastfind models have a unique discreet antenna deployment system with simple 3-stage manual operation to prevent any risk of accidental or false activation. In its stored state, the antenna is completely hidden from view and fully protected against rough handling.

Once deployed, the antenna automatically springs into the optimum position, ready for use.

Fastfind MaxG's integral 12 channel GPS navigatin receiver gives a typical positional accuracy of +/- 62 metres anywhere in the world, and new position updates every 20 minutes, significantly reducing the normal search area down from a 28 sq nm area, when given a clear view skyward. It also has a visual indication of GPS position acquisition

Carrying the Fastfind could not be easier, as it's supplied with a strong but flexible lanyard, as pictured above. Combined with the carry pouch pictured right, this ensures that the PLB is easily accessible and convenient to carry with you at all times

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Who Uses Them?

At JK Max, we have sold literally hundreds of McMurdo Fastfind Plus GPS PLBs each year, making us by-far the UK's number 1 dealer for this unit. Our customer base is extremely diverse, which proves the superb versatility of this incredible life-saver. With this in mind, we look forward to the MaxG taking on the baton and continuing on from where the Fastfind Plus handed over the reigns:Boat crew        

• Boat crew members
• Delivery skippers        
• Offshore engineers     
• Lone workers         
• Fishermen (including trawler crew)     
• Microlite, light aircraft and helicopter pilots
• Divers         
• Mountain & Expedition Teams        
• Kayakers
• Police & Military

. . . . . . . and the list just keeps growing

Specifications:

• Compact and lightweight
• 48-hour battery life
• Waterproof to 10 metres and buoyant
• Global emergency alerting via COSPAS-SARSAT satellites
• Typical alert to rescue services in just 3 minutes
• High accuracy 406 MHz alert transmitter
• 121.5 MHz homing signal
• Simple 3-stage activation
• Automatic discreet antenna deployment
• User replaceable battery packs
• 5-year battery storage life
• Internationally type-approved
• Carry pouch and lanyard included
• Integral 12 channel GPS
• Visual indication of GPS position acquisition

PLB's are intended for use within the maritime, aviation and land environments where permitted by national administrations

McMurdo PLB Dive Canister A dive canister is available for the Fastfind & Fastfind Plus. Depth rated to 150 metres and double O-ring sealed, it opens the PLB and it's EPIRB technology to the dive market. Click on the image right for more details

Technical Specifications:

• Message formats: PLB National, Standard, and User Location Protocol as applicable. At JK Max, we generally sell UK-serialised Protocol
• PLB temperature range: Operating: -20 to +55 degrees C
• PLB temperature range: Storage: -30 to +70 degrees C
• Battery Life: 5-years from date of manufacture
• Operating Life: 48-hours (minimum)
• Weight: approx. 0.3 kg (10 oz)
• Approvals: COSPAS-SARSAT, R&TTE
• 406 Transmitter Frequency: 406.027 MHz
• Output Power: 5 Watts +/- 2dB
• Modulation: Biphase L 1.1 +/- 0.1 radians
• 121.5 MHz transmitter Output Power: 50mW +/- 3dB PERP
• Modulation: AM, up or down swept tone
• Programming interface: infra-red diode
• Number of satellites tracked: 12
• Typical accuracy: +/- 62 metres
• Position updates: every 20 minutes
• GPS Antenna: Ceramic dielectric patch
• Dimensions: 146mm (H) x 78.4mm (W) x 54mm (D)

Manufacturer Details:

McMurdo, a division of Signature Industries Ltd.
Silver Point, Airport Service Road, Portsmouth, PO3 5PB, UK

Tel: 02392 623900   Fax: 02392 623998  Email:  sales@mcmurdo.co.uk

JK Max are an authorised McMurdo Dealer

Any questions, quotations or queries regarding the legality of PLB use should be directed towards Steve in the JK Max: South office

Direct Tel:    01803 690625

Direct Mob:  07725 175255

Email:          sales@jkmax.co.uk

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