The ACR GlobalFix V5 AIS CAT I EPIRB is a compact, marine‑grade emergency beacon designed for coastal cruising and ocean crossings. It combines 406 MHz satellite distress with onboard AIS, Return Link Service (RLS), and NFC-enabled smartphone access to accelerate verified rescues by global networks and nearby vessels.
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Output Power: 406.040 MHz, 5W (nominal) / 121.5 MHz, 50mW (nominal)
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AIS: Yes, AIS Alerts for Local Rescue
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Return Link Service: Yes, Enabled RLS confirmation direct to beacon
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NFC / Mobile App: Yes, Near Field Communication (NFC) and Mobile App Included
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Homing Signal: 121.5 MHz homing signal to aid rescuers
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MMSI / AIS Position Broadcast: Broadcasts position with MMSI for coordinated assistance
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Strobe: White & Infrared Dual Technology
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Size (antenna up) — Beacon Only: 18.5" x 4.3" x 4.36"
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Weight (Beacon Only): 1.78 lbs (810 G)
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Battery: Lithium battery, Li/FeS2
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Battery Replacement: 10-year replaceable battery (replace 10 years after the date of manufacture or after activation)
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Temperature Range: Storage: -22°F to +158°F (-30°C to +70°C); Operating: -4°F to +131°F (-20°C to +55°C)
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GPS: 72 Channel Multi-constellation receiver (GPS, Galileo, & GLONASS GNSS)
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Activation: Out of bracket and wet, or manually in or out of the bracket
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Waterproof: 33 ft (10 m) for 5 min
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Buoyant: Yes
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Operational Life: 48 hours minimum @ -4°F (-20°C)
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Deployment: Category I — Hydrostatic Release (auto deploy)
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Warranty: 5 years
With GPS positioning and AIS safety messaging, plus RLS visual confirmation, this EPIRB offers a faster, more confident path to rescue. NFC-enabled smartphone access keeps you informed and ready, while the hydrostatic release ensures automatic deployment if you fall overboard. Its robust waterproof and buoyant design, white/infrared strobe, and 10‑year replaceable battery provide reliable performance across demanding marine conditions. A five‑year warranty offers added peace of mind for long journeys at sea.
| Output Power (406/121.5) |
406.040 MHz, 5W (nominal) / 121.5 MHz, 50mW (nominal) |
| AIS |
Yes, AIS Alerts for Local Rescue |
| Return Link Service |
Yes, Enabled RLS confirmation direct to beacon |
| NFC / Mobile App |
Yes, Near Field Communication (NFC) and Mobile App Included |
| Strobe |
White & Infrared Dual Technology |
| Size (antenna up) — Beacon Only |
18.5" x 4.3" x 4.36" |
| Weight — Beacon Only |
1.78 lbs (810 G) |
| Battery |
Lithium battery, Li/FeS2 |
| Battery Replacement |
10-year replaceable battery (replace 10 years after the date of manufacture or after activation) |
| Temperature Range (Class 2) |
Storage: -22°F to +158°F (-30°C to +70°C)
Operating: -4°F to +131°F (-20°C to +55°C) |
| GPS |
72 Channel Multi-constellation receiver (GPS, Galileo, & Glonass GNSS) |
| Activation |
Out of bracket and wet, or manually in or out of the bracket |
| Waterproof |
33 ft (10 m) for 5 min. |
| Buoyant |
Yes |
| Operational Life |
48 hours minimum @ -4°F (-20°C) |
| Deployment |
Category I — Hydrostatic Release (auto deploy) or |
| Warranty |
5 years |
