The Artex C406-N is a single output emergency locator transmitter (ELT) that contains the latitude/longitude information from the aircraft navigation system. Following long message protocol, the 406 MHz transmitter turns on and transmits an encoded digital message to the Cospas/Sarsat satellite system every 50 seconds for 520 milliseconds. During a crash, the ELT automatically activates and transmits the standard swept tone on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz.
By use of an optional programming adapter, the ELT can also be programmed with the aircraft’s 24-bit address for fleet operators as well as other custom programming. The C406-N ELT is available for fixed wing with a single-directional G-Switch.
ARTEX ELTs are the choice of commercial aircraft including Boeing, Bombardier and Embraer and business Jets including Cessna, Beechcraft, Quest, Gulfstream and Embraer.
Antenna Options Available
Rod: 110-338, Blade: 110-340
Operating Frequencies
406 MHz, 121.5 & 243. MHz +/- 0.005% (A3X)
Ouput Power
406 MHz: 5 W (520 ms / 50 sec) for 24 hours @ -20°C to +55°C, 121.5/243.0 MHz: 100 mW min (+20 dBm) for 50 hours @ -20°C to +55°C
Output Connector
BNC Female (121.5/243.0/406 MHz)
Activation
Automatic by 4.5 feet per second (2.3 G) Primary G-Switch or Manual Activation
Battery
5-year Lithium (LiMnO2, solid cathode), Replacement Battery Part No. 452-0133
Temperature Certified to:
Operating: -20°C to +55°C, Storage: -55°C to +85°C
Self Test
G-Switch Enabled, 406 MHz Power, Antenna/Coax Connection, Position Data Present, Low Battery
Remote Switch
ON/ARM
Weights (with tray)
ELT Transmitter: 3.16 lbs (1.43 kg), Mounting Tray: 1.08 lbs (488 g), Total Weight: 4.24 lbs (1.9 kg)