There seems to be a lot of beacons out in the field that have

similar part numbers, which can be a cause of confusion.

Here is our basic guide to the different sorts we have encountered.

Beacons used on L3 Capsules

                              Dual ended with a contact switch at both ends.
                              Short case approx 3.30 cms x 7.9 cms
                              Supplied on early HVR01 capsules

                                      

                                  Single ended with switch at one end
                                  Short case appox 3.3 cms x 7.9 cms
                                  Standard supply as a replacement beacon from L3
                                  and on all newly manufactured HVR01 capsules
  • DKM480R - MARINE BEACON. (L3 P/N 266M069500)
                                   This is a factory refurbished DKM480.  (See above)
                                   Cases cleaned of corrosion and new battery fitted.    
                                                                                                    
  • DKM120  - MARINE BEACON.  (L3 P/N 266M069400)
                                   Single ended with switch at one end
                                   Long Case approx 3.3 cms x 10 cms
                                   Supplied as standard on all HVR02, HVR03,
                                   SVR02 & SVR03

   

Other Beacons

These beacons are all available from us, but some are not

primarily designed for use in the marine environment. Other VDR manufactures have chosen their own options or people have retrofitted different beacons, hence all of these are in the field.

  • DK-485K - MARINE BEACON.
                                  Single ended with switch at one end.
                                  Stainless Steel body.
                                  Kit Includes pressure switch cover and brackets
                                  Long Case  approx 3.18 cms x 9.80 cms
  • DK120 - AVIATION BEACON.  (L3 P/N 266E030500)
                              Not designed for use in the marine environment.
                              Single ended with switch at one end
                              Cheaper because they made of less durable steel contact
                              Long case 3.30 cms x 10 cms
  • DK-140 - AVIATION BEACON.
                               Not designed for use in the marine environment
                               Single ended with switch at one end
                               Short Case approx 3.30 cms x 7.50 cms
  • ELP-362D - AVIATION BEACON.
                                    Used on Netwave recorders and maybe other
                                    makes of VDR.
                                    Single ended with switch at one end
                                    Long Case approx 3.30 cms x 9 cms

                           

                                 

                                  

                         

Beacon Reference Guide

Glendale International Ltd
533 Rayleigh Road
Thundersley
Essex SS7 3TN
United Kingdom
Telephone:
01268 741770
Fax:
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