Artex ME406 "ACE" with Whip Antenna

The Artex ME-406 is a single output ELT. Two emergency frequencies (121.5 and 406.028 MHz) utilize the same RF output, which requires 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.

Note: It is required that every 406 ELT be registered by the aircraft owner after installation, re-registered every two years, and re-registered if there are any changes to information provided to NOAA in a previous registration, such as telephone numbers, aircraft registration number, change of owner, etc.

Every 406 ELT is programmed at the factory with a unique identification code used by the Rescue Coordination Center to determine if an emergency has actually occurred. This identifier is called the 15-Hex ID. It is located on the front label of the ELT. This unique identifier is stored in a database maintained by NOAA. It can then be accessed to contact the owner in the event of an ELT activation. Registration is free, and can even be done via the Internet on the NOAA website at: www.sarsat.noaa.gov, or at www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov.

This 406 Mhz ELT is programmed for USA Registered Aircraft. If your plane is registered in any country other than the United States we will need a 406 Mhz ELT Programming Data Sheet completed Click Here to Download

Designed especially for the private pilot!

20 years of ELT design experience results in a breakthrough in design

A low cost solution to 406Mhz technology requirements

transmits on 121.5 and 406 MHz

EASA approved with 121.5/406MHz

ELT weight: 2 lbs.

Immediate search and rescue response

Transmitter is identified by serial number or aircraft ID

Worldwide coverage

5-year battery life LiSO2

TSO-C126, ETSO-2C126, COSPAS/ SARSAT approved

Mounting holes compatible with most existing ELT housings

Single antenna output for both frequencies.

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:
           ME406: Automatic by 4.5 ft/sec (2.3 G) Primary G-Switch or Manual
           ME406HM: Automatic by 4.5 ft/sec (2.3G) Primary G-Switch &12.5 G (+/- 1 G) 5-Way HM G-Switch Assembly or Manual
    Battery:
            5 year Lithium (LiSO2)
    Temperature:
           Operating: -20° C to +55° C
            Storage: -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
     Antenna:
           ME406 for fixed wing applications: Rod (110-338) (< 350 KTS) Whip (110-773) (< 200 KTS)
           ME406HM for helicopter applications:Rod (110-338)
     Mounting Hardware:
           Mounting Tray P/N 452-3034
     Other Parts:
           Coax cable Buzzer (to alert ground crews of accidental activation)
      Weights:
           ELT Transmitter: 1.85 lbs (833 g)
            Mounting Tray: 3.52 oz (100 g)
            Total Weight: 2.05 lbs (933 g)
      Measurements:
            ELT Transmitter with Mounting
      Hardware Installed:
            6.59" (167 mm) L x 2.86" (73 mm) H
            x 3.69" (94 mm) W
       Part Numbers:
           ME-406: 453-6603 (Transmitter Only)
           ME406HM: 453-6604 (Transmitter Only)