IEC 61097-2:2002

Global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) - Part 2: COSPAS-SARSAT EPIRB - Satellite emergency position indicating radio beacon operating on 406 MHz - Operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results

OVERVIEW

Specifies the minimum performance requirements, technical characteristics and type-testing requirements of the satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacon used in the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system (satellite EPIRB), as required by the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS).

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PRODUCT DETAILS

Status Withdrawn - 02 Jan 2026
Edition 2002
No. of Pages 40
ICS Classification 47.020.70 Navigation and control equipment
Committee TC 80
Available for Purchase For sale in Singapore only
Adoption IEC : 0