The McMurdo SmartFind G8 EPIRB is a rugged, commercial‑grade 406 MHz emergency beacon with GPS and Galileo receivers, optimised for the new MEOSAR satellite system.

• Operating frequencies: 406 MHz, 121.5 MHz; multi‑GNSS (GPS & Galileo)
• Optimised for the new MEOSAR system
• 10‑year battery life
• Sealed electronic unit and sealed battery unit
• Accidental activation protection with Travel Safe bracket
• SmartTransfer bracket; magnet deactivates sea contacts during transport
• 360° strobe and hands‑free carry strap
• Rugged construction for commercial environments; manual release for crew use

The unit ships with a Travel Safe bracket that prevents accidental activation of the water switches; remove the bracket and submerge to activate, or lift the red tab for direct manual activation. The manual EPIRB is intended to travel with crew into the liferaft. Mount on bulkheads in clear view near emergency exits for quick access. WARNING - The EPIRB will NOT be activated by water while it is in the manual brackets or in its carry-safe bracket. The EPIRB must be removed from all parts of the manual bracket before it will activate in water.