ACR Pathfinder Pro Radar SART (Search & Rescue Transponder)

Be Seen When It Matters Most In a survival situation, a small life raft is almost invisible to a large ship's radar, especially in high waves. The ACR Pathfinder Pro SART solves this by turning your raft into a massive radar target. When it detects a radar pulse from a passing ship or aircraft (within approximately 5-10 nautical miles), it automatically transmits a return signal that paints 12 clear blips on their screen, guiding them straight to you.

Engineered for Survival Designed for the "abandon ship" scenario, the Pathfinder Pro is rugged, waterproof, and simple to use.

• Visual Feedback: An LED indicator and audible buzzer alert survivors when a nearby radar has triggered the SART, letting you know help is close.

• Deployment: Comes with a telescopic pole to mount the unit 1 meter above the raft, maximizing its detection range.

• Hands-Free Operation: Once activated manually, it sits in standby mode and only transmits when it "hears" a radar, conserving battery power for when it's needed.

Key Specs:

• Signal: 12-Blip Radar Target (X-Band)

• Waterproof: 10 meters (33 ft)

• Operating Temp: -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to 131°F)

• Mounting: Telescopic pole and bulkhead bracket included.

Q&A:

• Q: How do I know if the SART is working?

  • A: The unit has a "Test" mode. When tested near a ship's radar, you can verify the 12 blips appear on the screen. Additionally, the unit has a monitor light and buzzer that indicate when it is actively detecting radar pulses.

• Q: How far away can a ship detect this SART?

  • A: Range depends on the height of the SART and the ship's radar. Typically, a SART mounted 1 meter high is detectable at approximately 5 nautical miles by a surface vessel and significantly further by search and rescue aircraft (up to 30-40 miles).

• Q: Does it work with all radars?

  • A: It works with standard X-Band (9 GHz) radars, which are required on almost all commercial vessels and used by SAR aircraft. It does not interact with S-Band (3 GHz) radars.

• Q: Is it waterproof?

  • A: Yes, the Pathfinder Pro is waterproof to a depth of 10 meters (33 feet), ensuring it survives the plunge if your vessel sinks or the raft is swamped.