Country of Origin
United States
Manufacturer P/N
453-5060
Schedule B Code
8529.90.4740
The Artex 453-5060 C406-N ELT is a single output ELT that incorporates the latitude/longitude information from the aircraft navigation system. All 3 emergency frequencies (121.5/243.0 and 406 MHz) utilize the same RF output, which requires only 1 coax cable to connect to the new series of Artex single input antennas. The ELT automatically activates during a crash and transmits the standard swept tone on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz. Every 50 seconds for 520 milliseconds (long message protocol), the 406 MHz transmitter turns on and transmits an encoded digital message to the Cospas/Sarsat satellite system.
By use of an optional programming adapter, the ELT can also be programmed with the aircraft's 24-bit address for fleet operators as well as other custom programming. The C406-N ELT is available for fixed wing with a single-directional G-Switch.
Model: C406-N Antenna Options Available: Rod: 110-338
Blade: 110-340 Operating Frequencies: 406 MHz, 121.5 & 243. MHz +/- 0.005% (A3X) Output Power: 406 MHz: 5 W (520 ms / 50 sec) for 24 hours @ -20°C to +55°C
121.5/243.0 MHz: 100 mW min (+20 dBm) for 50 hours @ -20°C to +55°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 Max (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
Safety Data Sheet