Description
The CETC VAI8 AIS SART Search And Rescue Transponder is a vital tool for enhancing marine safety. CCS-approved, it meets strict standards to ensure reliable performance during emergencies. When activated, the VAI8 AIS SART sends an emergency signal that all nearby AIS-equipped vessels and coastal stations can detect. This helps search and rescue teams quickly locate a person or vessel in distress.
The VAI8 AIS SART transmits a unique AIS message that lets nearby ships and authorities pinpoint the exact distress location, even in harsh weather or low visibility. This swift, accurate tracking provides peace of mind, knowing help can find you faster.
Compact and lightweight, CETC VAI8 AIS SART Search And Rescue Transponder is easy to carry and use. Its design enables operation under stress, even with minimal training. Built to withstand tough maritime environments, the device includes a durable, weather-resistant casing. This life-saving tool suits commercial vessels, fishing boats, and recreational sailors, ensuring safe journeys.
Technical Specifications:
- Model: CETC VAI8
- Certification: CCS approved
- Transmission Type: AIS-based distress signal
- Range: Detectable by AIS-equipped vessels and coastal stations
- Design: Compact, lightweight, and durable
- Operating Temperature: Suited for maritime conditions
- Activation: Manual, user-friendly operation
- Casing: Weather-resistant and robust
Technical Specifications & Operational Standards
Review certified engineering parameters, electrical inputs, data protocols, and Class compliance standards for this unit:
| OEM Brand / Manufacturer | CETC Marine |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | VAI8 |
| Equipment Classification | SOLAS Mandatory Class A Marine AIS Transceiver |
| VHF Transceiver Power | 12.5 W High Power / 1.0 W Low Power (Automatic Switching) |
| Frequency Range | 156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz (AIS 1 & AIS 2 Channels) |
| Standard Compliance | IMO MSC.74(69), ITU-R M.1371, IEC 61993-2, IEC 62288 BAM |
| GPS / BAM Interfaces | Dedicated Differential GPS Antenna Input + Bridge Alert Management Ports |
| Stock & Port Logistics | Ready Stock for Immediate Vessel Supply across Mumbai, JNPT, Kandla, Cochin, Chennai & Visakhapatnam |
| In-the-Box Documentation | OEM Certificate of Conformance, Wiring Schematics, Installation & Operating Manual |
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