Country of Origin
United States
Manufacturer P/N
453-5002
Schedule B Code
8529.90.4740
The Artex 453-5002 C406-1 transmits on all 3 emergency frequencies (121.5/243.0 and 406 MHz). The ELT automatically activates during a crash and transmits the standard swept tone on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz. It also transmits a 406 MHz encoded digital message to the Cospas/Sarsat satellite system, which allows for rapid identification and reduces Search and Rescue response time.
The C406-1 has been tested to meet the rigorous requirements of TSO C126 including 500 G shock, 1000 pound crush as well as flame and vibration tests. The C406-1 is available for use with Artex's low cost whip antennas, rod antenna or a blade antenna. The C406-1 may be interfaced with the optional Artex ELT/NAV Interface enabling latitude and longitude data to be transmitted as part of the 406 MHz message. The C406-1 uses a single coax cable to accommodate all three frequencies. The C406-1 ELT is available for fixed wing with a single-directional G-Switch and helicopter (HM) applications with a multi-axis G-Switch.
Model: C406-1 Antenna Options Available: 110-340 Blade
110-338 Rod Operating Frequencies: 406 MHz, 121.5 & 243. MHz +/- 0.005% (A3X) Output Power: 406 MHz: 5 W +/- 2 dB (520 ms / 50 sec) for 24 hours @ -20°C
121.5/243.0 MHz: 100 mW minimum (+20 dBm) for 50 hours @ -20°C Output Connector: BNC Female (121.5/243.0/406 MHz) Activation: Automatic by 4.5 feet per second (2.3 G) Primary G-Switch
or Manual Activation Battery: 5 year Lithium (LiMnO2, solid cathode) Temperature Certified to: Operating: -20°C to +55°C
Storage: -55°C to +85°C Self Test: G-Switch Enabled
406 MHz Power
Antenna/Coax Connection
Position Data Present
Low Battery Remote Switch: ON/ARM Weights (with tray): ELT Transmitter: 3 lb 5.8 oz Maximum (1.53 kg)
Mounting Tray: 7 oz (200 g)
Total Weight: 4 lb 11 oz (2.02 kg) Measurements (with mounting hardware): 11.74” (298 mm)L
3.9” (99 mm)H
3.82” (97 mm)W Certifications TSO C126
ETSO 2C126
Cospas/Sarsat Approved
Transport & Industry Canada Approved
Safety Data Sheet