The Jotron automatic nautical EPIRB with GPS enhances onboard safety by ensuring an instant and precise distress signal in any maritime emergency. This device complies with the main international safety and certification standards, making it essential for professional, recreational, and charter vessels.
How Does It Work?
Activated manually or automatically upon contact with water, the beacon transmits a distress signal via satellite through the Cospas-Sarsat system. The built-in GPS geoposition allows for quick and accurate rescue team location.
Technical Features
- Type: EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon)
- Activation: Automatic by flotation and manual
- Location by integrated GPS
- Transmission: Cospas-Sarsat satellites (406 MHz)
- Certified according to international standards (request updated certificate)
- Battery life: Check specifications
- Reference: DN83330
Advantages
- Enables rapid action in abandon ship situations
- Easy installation, with included bracket
- Great autonomy and reliability
- No complex maintenance required, only regular checks and battery replacement as per manufacturer
Usage Tips
- Install in a visible and easily accessible place
- Regularly check battery status and validity
- Train crew on usage and quick removal
- Register the beacon according to Spanish maritime safety regulations
Applications and Certification
- Mandatory on recreational vessels for navigation zones 1 and 2
- Recommended for any offshore voyage, ocean races, and charter fleets
- Essential equipment for fishing boats, merchant vessels, and yachts
Technical Specifications Table
| Reference | Type | Activation | GPS | Frequency | Certification |
|---|
| DN83330 | Automatic EPIRB | Automatic/manual | Included | 406 MHz | Yes |
