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IEC 61097-2:2008 ED3

Revised

Note: This standard has a new edition: IEC 61097-2:2021 ED4

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Abstract

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). Is associated with IEC 60945 and incorporates the performance standards of the relevant IMO Resolutions and ITU Regulations. Significant changes in this third edition include revised characteristics for the low duty cycle light, together with a revised test to allow the use of white LEDs. Other requirements have been clarified or revised as well.

Document information

  • Standard from IEC
  • Published:
  • Withdrawn:
  • Edition: 3
  • Version: 1
  • Document type: IS
  • Pages
  • ICS 47.020.70
  • ISO TC TC 80

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