Meet the ACR GlobalFix V5 AIS CAT II EPIRB with Return Link Service (RLS) and a connected NFC-enabled mobile app. This is the pinnacle of marine safety, combining satellite distress signaling with real-time AIS alerts to nearby vessels, plus smart features that keep you connected when you need it most.
Why choose the GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB
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406 MHz satellite distress with AIS safety messaging: Transmits to the Cospas Sarsat network and simultaneously broadcasts an AIS safety message to nearby vessels, dramatically accelerating rescue options.
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Manual Release (Category II): Reliable manual deployment designed for demanding marine environments.
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Return Link Service (RLS): Visual confirmation that your distress message has been received, giving you peace of mind when every second counts.
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NFC and Mobile App connectivity: Monitor status and interact with the EPIRB through a smartphone for quick data access and configuration.
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10-year replaceable battery: Long-lasting power—replace the battery 10 years after the date of manufacture or after activation.
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Precise global positioning: GNSS positioning (GPS, Galileo, Glonass) provides accurate location data; 406 MHz transmissions relay your GPIRB position to rescue authorities within about 100 meters.
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121.5 MHz homing signal and visible/infrared strobes: Aids search and rescue teams and improves target identification in low visibility or nighttime conditions.
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AIS visibility for nearby vessels: MMSI identification appears on AIS screens, enabling coordinated rescue efforts from vessels in the area.
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Advanced compatibility for modern mariners: Combines robust hardware with cutting-edge technology to speed response, whether coastal cruising, offshore work, or transoceanic passages.
Designed for all oceans and every voyage, the GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB delivers unmatched reliability, real-time situational awareness, and proven rescue acceleration. Trust ACR’s leadership in marine safety to keep you protected with a beacon that not only signals distress but also communicates with nearby ships and rescue services in an instant.
| 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 II — Manual Release (manual deploy) |
| Warranty |
5 years |
