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Description
ACR Pathfinder PRO — AIS-SART for marine search and rescue, providing real-time vessel position to rescuers on standard AIS displays.
Specifications
| Type | AIS-SART |
| Compliance | SOLAS / IEC 61097-14 |
Did you know
- The ACR Pathfinder PRO SART was introduced by ACR Electronics at the OTC (Offshore Technology Conference), expanding their range of commercial maritime survival products.
- The Pathfinder PRO is a dedicated Search and Rescue Transponder (SART), distinct from ACR's Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) like the GlobalFIX V4 or Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) such as the ResQLink series. While EPIRBs and PLBs transmit distress signals via satellite, the Pathfinder PRO specifically enhances radar returns for nearby vessels.
- The Pathfinder PRO's primary strength lies in its ability to significantly enhance radar visibility for search and rescue efforts, returning 12 intense blips on a vessel's radar screen when interrogated. It also boasts a superior lithium battery providing over 96 hours of standby and 12 hours of active operational life.
| Model | Device Type | Operating Life (Standby) | Operating Life (Active) | Waterproof Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder PRO | SART | >96 hours | >12 hours | >10 meters (33 ft) | 15.5 oz (440 g) |
| GlobalFIX V4 | EPIRB | 10 years (battery life) | 48 hours (minimum) | 10 meters (33 ft) for 10 min | 1.63 lbs (739 g) with bracket |
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^N J B B │ │ │ └── Model: Pathfinder PRO │ │ └───── Make: ACR │ └──────── Equipment: EPIRB & SART └─────────── System: Navigation