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Artex ME406 HM ELT With Rod Antenna

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The Artex ME-406 HM is a single output ELT. Two emergency frequencies (121.5 and 406.028 MHz) utilize the same RF output, requiring only one coax cable to connect to the new series of Artex single input antennas. The ELT automatically activates during a crash and transmits the standard swept tone on 121.5 MHz. Every 50 seconds for 440 milliseconds the 406 MHz transmitter turns on and transmits an encoded digital message to the Cospas/Sarsat satellite system.The mounting hardware for the ME-406 Series is compatible with all previous models of Artex 406 MHz, as well as the ELT200 Series, ACK, Pointer Model 3000 ELT and Narco ELT’s. Current owners of Artex 2-frequency ELT can re-use the remote switch in the cockpit as well as the wiring harness from the cockpit to the ELT thus greatly reducing installation costs.

Specifications

  • Operating Frequencies: 406 MHz ± 1 kHz Biphase L (16K0G1D), 121.5 MHz ± 6 KHz
  • Output Power: 406 MHz: 5 W (440 ms / 50 sec) for 24 hours @ -20° C to +55° C, 121.5 MHz: 100 mW min for 50 hours @ -20° C to +55° C
  • Output Connector: BNC Female
  • Activation: ME406HM- Automatic by 4.5 ft/sec (2.3 G) Primary G-Switch &12.5 G (+/- 1 G), 5-Way HM G-Switch Assembly or Manual
  • Battery: 5 year Lithium (LiMnO2)
  • Operating Temperature: -20° C to +55° C
  • Storage Temperature: -55° C to +85° C
  • Self Test: G-Switch enabled, 406 MHz Power, 121.5 MHz Power,Antenna/Coax Connection, Low Battery
  • Remote Control: ON/ARM/RESET
  • ME406HM Antenna for helicopter Applications: Rod (110-338)
  • Mounting Hardware: Mounting Tray P/N 452-3034
  • ELT Transmitter Weight: 1.85 lbs (833 g)
  • Mounting Tray Weight: 3.52 oz (100 g)
  • Total Weight: 2.05 lbs (933 g)
  • ELT Transmitter Measurements with Mounting Hardware Installed: 6.59" (167 mm) L x 2.86" (73 mm) H x 3.69" (94 mm) W

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Q: Does the Artex ME406 HM have a STC for a Diamond Katana DA20 A1?

406 ELTs do not have a STC for any aircraft as they are just TSO'd and a sign off is required for each installation.

Q: What does the Artex ME406 ELT package contain? Does it come with the antenna, cable, switch and battery?

  • ME406 HM ELT w/ battery pack
  • Mounting tray (attached to ELT when you pull it out of the box)
  • Rod antenna (max airspeed 350 KIAS) four hole teardrop design
  • Coaxial cable (6 ft) w/ BNC connectors attached
  • Remote switch kit
  • Install kit
    • 15-pin mating d-sub connector
    • D-sub connector housing
  • Buzzer (install next to ELT within 6 in)

Q: What does the Artex ME406 come with? doesnt say that it includes the actual wiring harness, only the switch kit, install kit cable for the antenna. My question is, does it come with the wiring needed to go from the ELT to the panel(switch)?

No it does not include that wiring.

Q: What is the difference between USA and International model?

The international version is a programmed version for a specific destination aircraft in a non-US country and must be programmed prior to shipment.

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