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NOVATECH Tracking and Monitoring Solutions
Applications Include:
Surface Asset Monitoring - On large surface buoys, NOVATECH beacons act as an insurance policy to determine its location in the event it loses communication.
ROV or AUV Monitoring
NOVATECH beacons are an essential backup in protecting remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). If an ROV or AUV loses communication paths, NOVATECH beacons provide a means of locating and recovering the assets.
Mooring Line Monitoring
Monitor mooring lines by attaching a NOVATECH beacon, which will come to the surface in the event of a line break to notify the owner.
With more than 35 years of reliable products functioning under the harshest conditions and at the deepest depths, NOVATECH beacons are trusted to protect assets at sea.
FLASHER BEACONS
Minibeacon Pressure Switch Adapter
The NOVATECH Minibeacon pressure switch adapter is an add-on pressure switch that can be used with any NOVATECH Mini series beacon. It can be submerged for long periods of time in ocean depths up to 7,300m (24,000 feet). The pressure switch automatically turns the beacon OFF below 10m, effectively isolating the power source, and ON when it returns above the 10m threshold.
The pressure switch adapter provides beacons using conductivity sensors with a surface detection method that is less susceptible to bio-growth. It offers beacons a longer term deployment duration and activates before surfacing, at the 10m threshold.
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Add-on pressure switch
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Submersible to 7,300m
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Activates at the 10m threshold
RF-700C1
An innovative asset recovery beacon that combines a VHF Radio Beacon, with a Xenon strobe/flasher.
This self-contained combo unit is designed to assist in the location and recovery of surface assets
and oceanographic equipment, deployed in shallow waters.
It may be submerged for long periods in ocean depths to 600m, or fitted with a floatation collar/skirt
for ocean surface tracking, with RF frequencies.
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Innovative Radio Beacon/Xenon Strobe combo unit
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RF detectable from up to eight nautical miles
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Flasher visible from up to four nautical miles
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Self-contained surface/shallow water combo
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FCC approved
MMF-7500
The NOVATECH MMF-7500 is a deep rated, small form-factor, self-contained asset recovery strobe. A member of the mini flasher line, the MMF-7500 is part of the NOVATECH family of asset recovery devices.
This revolutionary design incorporates pure white LED technology that offers the user a range of configuration options, for both flash rate and intensity, that can be seen from up to five nautical miles.
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Miniature recovery aid is designed for long term ocean deployments (up to 4 years submerged)
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Capable of flashing for over two weeks, once surfaced
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Includes an integrated conductivity sensor, which activates the device upon surfacing.
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Visible from up to five nautical miles
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Self-contained submersible to 7,500 m
ST-400A
The NOVATECH ST-400A is a self-contained submersible xenon flasher, designed to assist in the location and recovery of underwater oceanographic equipment.
It may be submerged for long periods in ocean depths to 7300 m (24,000 feet).
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Automatic activation: OFF when submerged, and ON at the surface.
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“Double burst” flashes at the surface, for approximately seven days
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Visual range of up to four nautical miles
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Self-contained submersible to 7,300 m
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Adjustable flash rate and intensity
ST-400AR
The NOVATECH ST-400AR is a self-contained submersible xenon flasher, designed to assist in the location and recovery of underwater oceanographic equipment.
It may be submerged for long periods in ocean depths to 7,300 m (24,000 feet).
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Automatic activation: OFF when submerged, and ON at the surface.
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“Double burst” flashes at the surface, for approximately seven days
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Self-contained submersible to 7,300 m
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Remote head for maximum flexibility
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Adjustable flash rate and intensity
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Visual range for up to four nautical miles
MMF Infinity
The NOVATECH MMF Infinity is a deep rated, small form-factor, self-contained asset recovery strobe is powered by Lithium batteries for long terms ocean deployments. A member of the mini flasher line, the MMF Infinity is part of the NOVATECH family of asset recovery devices.
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Self-contained submersible to 12,000m
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Designed for long term ocean deployments (up to 4 years submerged)
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Miniature recovery aid
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Capable of flashing for over two weeks, once surfaced
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Includes an integrated conductivity sensor, which activates the device upon surfacing
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Visible from up to five nautical miles
ST-400B
The ST-400B is a compact, self-contained Xenon flasher designed to assist in the location and recovery of oceanographic equipment. The low current consumption and regulated circuitry of ST-400B make it ideal for battery operation.
The visual range of the flasher is dependent on background illumination. Adjustable intensity control allows range settings of approximately 2.5 to 4 nautical miles. The daylight OFF switch shuts the flasher OFF during the daylight hours reducing the current drain to approximately 1 milliamp.
Flash rate and intensity are user adjustable. At factory settings, the ST-400B will operate for approximately 14 days (flashing only at night). At lower flash rate and intensity up to 27-day operation can be achieved. The ST-400B can operate approximately 30% longer.
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Innovative Xenon strobe flasher
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RF detectable from up to eight nautical miles
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Flasher visible from up to four nautical miles
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Self-contained surface/shallow water combo
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FCC approved
RADIO BEACONS
MMB-7500
The NOVATECH MMB-7500 is a deep rated, miniature form-factor, lightweight, self-contained VHF radio locator beacon. Introduced as part of the new Mini-beacon line, the MMB-7500 has been added to the NOVATECH family of asset recovery devices. The new digital circuit controller offers selectable preset frequency channels, along with a range of duty cycle options, resulting in a beacon that can be configured for a range of broadcast specifications.
The NOVATECH MMB-7500 is designed for long-term ocean deployments (up to 5 years submerged), with enough power to transmit for up to 20 days. The Mini-Beacon housing includes an integrated conductivity sensor that isolates the unit’s power while submerged and activates the device upon surfacing.
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Miniature recovery aid
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Long-term ocean deployments (up to five years submerged)
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Detectable for up to five nautical miles
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At surface, transmits a pulsing RF signal for approx. 20 days.
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Conductivity sensor that activates upon surfacing
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Self-contained submersible to 7,500 m
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Compact design
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FCC approved
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Powered by 7 x CR123A Lithium batteries
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Available with specific frequency for Japanese projects
RF-700A1
The NOVATECH RF-700A1 is a self-contained submersible Radio Beacon, designed to assist in the location and recovery of underwater oceanographic equipment.
It may be submerged for long periods of time in ocean depths to 7,300m (24,000 feet). The activation is completely automatic as it utilizes a pressure switch that automatically turns the beacon OFF below 10m, effectively isolating the power source, and ON when it returns above the 10m threshold.
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Automatic activation: OFF when submerged below 10 m, and ON at the surface
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Pressure-activated ON/OFF switch with manual override
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At surface, beacon transmits a pulsing RF signal for approx. 8 days
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Detectable up to eight nautical miles
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Self-contained submersible to 7,300 m
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FCC approved
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Powered by 4 “C” cell alkaline batteries
RF-700AR
The NOVATECH RF-700AR is a self-contained submersible Radio Beacon designed to assist in the location and recovery of underwater assets and oceanographic equipment.
Designed for long duration deployments, its suitable for operation at depths of 7,300m (24,000 feet). The NOVATECH RF-700AR is activated by a pressure switch which enables the unit to automatically power OFF below 10m and activate upon surfacing.
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Automatic activation:OFF when submerged below 10 m, and ON at the surface
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Pressure-activated ON/OFF switch with manual override
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Capable of being submerged for long periods
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At surface, beacon transmits a pulsing RF signal for approx. 8 days
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Self-contained submersible to 7,300 m
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Remote head for maximum flexibility
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FCC approved
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Powered by 4 “C” cell alkaline batteries
MMB Infinity
The MMB Infinity is a deep rated, miniature form-factor, lightweight, self-contained VHF radio locator beacon. Introduced as part of the new 12,000m rated Infinity suite of products, the MMB Infinity has been added to the tried and tested NOVATECH family of asset recovery devices. The new digital circuit controller offers selectable preset frequency channels, along with a range of duty cycle options, resulting in a beacon that can be configured for a range of broadcast specifications.
This miniature recovery aid is designed for long-term ocean deployments (up to 4 years submerged), with enough power to transmit for up to 20 days once surfaced. The Mini-Beacon housing includes an integrated conductivity sensor that isolates the unit’s power while submerged and activates the device upon surfacing.
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Miniature recovery aid
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Long-term ocean deployments (up to four years submerged)
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Self-contained submersible to 12,000m
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Detectable for up to five nautical miles
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At surface, transmits a pulsing RF signal for approx. 20 days.
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Conductivity sensor that activates upon surfacing
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FCC approved
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Powered by 7 x CR123A Lithium batteries
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Available with specific frequency for Japanese projects
SATELLITE BEACONS
IBCN
The iBCN is the next-generation of NOVATECH satellite beacons, designed for tracking and locating your assets up to full ocean depth (12,000m). The self-contained submersible beacons use the bi-directional capabilities of the Iridium satellite telemetry system, allowing the end user to receive real-time GPS location of their asset and also change and send various reporting parameters to the beacon.
The real advantage of the iBCN technology is that if your asset surfaces unexpectedly, and it is outside of typical RF range, the Iridium beacon (upon surfacing) will immediately capture a GPS position and transmit these coordinates, in near real-time, to a destination of your choice. Giving you peace of mind no matter where you are in the world.
Choose from five battery housing options: self-contained, remote head, OEM, and extended battery life with the option of lithium or alkaline batteries.
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Self-contained
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Remote head OEM
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RH2 option compatible with iBCN, iBCN-3, and iBCN-7
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Option of lithium or alkaline batteries
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Superior battery life
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Rugged and innovative design
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Iridium and Bluetooth configuration
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Bi-directional communication
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Real-time data
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Iridium certified
iBCN Infinity
The 12,000m depth rated iBCN Infinity is designed for tracking and locating your assets from the surface to the deepest depths. The self-contained submersible beacon uses the bi-directional capabilities of the Iridium satellite telemetry system, allowing the end user to receive, in near real-time, the GPS location of their asset and also change and send various reporting parameters to the beacon.
The real advantage of the iBCN technology is that if your asset surfaces unexpectedly, and it is outside of typical RF range, the Iridium beacon (upon surfacing) will immediately capture a GPS position and transmit these coordinates, in near real-time, to a destination of your choice. Giving you peace of mind no matter where you are in the world.
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Self-contained submersible to 12,000m
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Superior battery life
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Rugged and innovative design
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Iridium and Bluetooth configuration
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Bi-directional communication
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Real-time data
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Iridium certified
IR-7300
The NOVATECH IR-7300 Iridium beacon is a ruggedized incident-alerting system, designed to monitor and protect valuable oceanographic assets. Using the Iridium satellite telemetry system allows users to receive real-time GPS positioning, and have bi-directional communication with the beacon, at a cost-effective price.
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Submersible to ocean depths of 7300 m
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Can transmit up to 90 days at a one-hour interval
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Iridium telemetry
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Automatic activation: OFF when submerged below 10 m, and ON at the surface
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Retrofit AS/RF/ST NOVATECH housing
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Real-time data
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Bi-directional communication
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Remote head (IR-7300-HD) available for purchase
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Iridium certified
iCB-7500
The Iridium Combo Beacon (iCB-7500) is a self-contained submersible Iridium/GPS Satellite beacon designed to assist in the location and recovery of underwater oceanographic equipment. It combines the functionality of an Iridium/GPS Satellite Beacon and an LED Flasher.
The iCB-7500 features a configurable white LED Flasher that is integrated within the head assembly and can be used to visually spot assets in rough seas and at night.
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Combined Iridium/GPS Beacon & LED Flasher
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Multiple Surface Activation Modes
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Report GPS Positions in Real-time
iSurface
The NOVATECH iSurface is a lightweight, self-contained, user serviceable, bi-directional GPS satellite beacon that utilizes the features and functionality of the Iridium satellite network. The iSurface offers global, pole-to-pole coverage for surface mooring and buoy monitoring requirements. The easy to install beacon uses standard “D” cell batteries and is designed to report 4,500 Short Burst Data (SBD) messages or operate for approximately 1.5 years after installation.
The iSurface is suitable for long duration deployments and is designed for asset tracking on the open ocean. Manufactured and tested in Atlantic Canada, the iSurface was designed with harsh marine environments in mind.
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Superior battery life
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Rugged and innovative design
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Iridium and Bluetooth configuration
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Bi-directional communication
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Iridium certified
Iridium Edge Solar
The Iridium Edge Solar is a standalone and programmable, solar-powered Short Burst Data (SBD) device that offers real-time GPS tracking and local wireless sensor and communication capabilities over Bluetooth. The product’s self-charging, low maintenance, long field life, and over-the-air configuration allow Iridium Value-Added Resellers to create distinct tracking applications that can also be implemented to create even more complex solutions.
BENEFITS
Highly Mobile – The Iridium satellite network provides communications and connectivity for mobile applications like oil and gas, transportation, agriculture and surface mining anywhere on the planet allowing tracking and monitoring of vehicles and assets operating in remote areas.
Reliable Coverage – Devices using the Iridium satellite network are enabled by a constellation of 66 Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) mobile satellites that provide service anywhere on the planet.
Low Latency – The Iridium satellites in Low-Earth Orbit (~800 km), enable signals to travel in 1/40 the time compared to geostationary satellites (36,000 km), resulting in low-latency, always-on connections ideal for Internet of Things (IoT) deployments.
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Bluetooth capability for wireless sensor integration and local device connectivity
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Over-the-Air Configuration Changes
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Interval and Scheduled Reporting Modes
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Start/Stop Reporting/In Motion Reporting
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Fully Encapsulated, No External Connectors, Water Ingress Protected
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Accelerometer and Magnetometer
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LED Status Indicator
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POWER MANAGEMENT
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Photovoltaic Solar Cells, Rechargeable and Primary Batteries
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Smart Power Management System
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Up to 3-year Shelf Life
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Up to 10-Year Operational Service Life
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Back-up battery capacity provides 2x per day reporting for
up to 5 years with no solar availability
MMA-7500
The NOVATECH MMA-7500 is a deep rated, small form-factor, self-contained Argos locator beacon. A member of the mini-beacon line, the MMA-7500 is part of the NOVATECH family of asset recovery devices. The digital circuit controller offers selectable preset frequency channels, along with a range of duty cycle options, resulting in a beacon that can be configured for a range of broadcast specifications.
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Miniature recovery aid
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Designed for long-term ocean deployments (up to two years submerged).
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Includes an integrated conductivity sensor allowing for activation upon surfacing
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Argos telemetry
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Self-contained submersible to 7,500 m
AS-900A
The NOVATECH AS-900A Argos Beacon contains an ARGOS system transmitter, designed as a ruggedized incident-alerting system for oceanographic applications, anywhere in the world.
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Argos telemetry
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May be submerged for long periods in the ocean
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Submersible to 7,300 m
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Automatic activation:OFF when submerged below 10 m, and ON at the surface
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At the surface, it transmits up to 30 days
