500-32-2Y (406) ELT | Voice & Beacon Capability
SURVIVAL ELT 500-32-2Y | Robust, Compact & Light Weight
The 500-32 series is the smallest certified Survival Emergency
Locator Transmitter (ELT) available in the market today. It is
suitable for installation on all types of aircraft, flight jackets, and
life rafts. Activating the ELT is easy during an emergency by
pressing the activation button or pulling the lanyard. This
beacon operates with the advanced Cospas-Sarsat 406 MHz
satellite system and is equipped with an embedded GPS for
enhanced location accuracy. Additionally, it has 121.5 MHz for
further location accuracy and an optional 2-way speech
feature that allows communication with the rescue team. User
maintenance for the ELT is minimal, consisting only of battery
replacement every 7 years and a regular Built-In-Test.
- Weight: 1.17lbs (530g)
- Dimensions: 6.33 x 2.80 x 2.00” (160.7 x 71 x 50mm)
- Mounting: Crash Proof mounting bracket (compatible with 500-12Y bracket mounting holes)
- Waterproof: 33ft (10m)
- Antenna: Telescopic dual frequency
- LEDs: Beacon Active
BIT Pass/Fail
GPS acquired - Battery Pack: 7 year life (or after activation) Cell chemistry Li/FeS2
- Compliance Cospas-Sarsat T.001/T.007
RTCA DO-227A & DO-160G
EUROCAE ED62B - Certifications: UKTSO / ETSO 126c UKTSO / ETSO 142b
- Patent: GB2584604
- Alternative PN 500-32-2Y-HF: ELT(S) with retrieval Float
500-32-2Y-HA: ELT(S) without RFID label
500-32-2Y-GF: ELT(S) with retrieval Float
500-32-2Y-GA: ELT(S) without RFID label - Colour High Vis’ Yellow
- TX Frequencies 406 MHz (Cospas-Sarsat) 121.5 MHz (Homing)
Offset training frequencies available - Power: VHF >50mW (+17dBm) minimum
- Speech* Push-To-Talk button
Two-way on 121.5 MHz - GPS Rx: 22 Channels
- Operation: 24 hrs 406 & 121.5 MHz
Additional 24 hrs 121.5MHz
-20 to +55°C (operational at -40°C)
- 4 to +131°F (operational at -40°F) - Activation: ON/OFF Button
Lanyard (500-32-2Y-H)
The optional 500-32-2Y ELT can be packed inside FAA TSO Approved Life Rafts