Radar Beacon X and S Band marine racon AO-RB-G4 racon beacon racon radar racon radar beacon

The AO-RB-G4 is a high-performance radar beacon (racon) designed for marine navigation, operating effectively in both the X-band and S-band radar frequencies. This racon is widely utilized as a navigational aid, enhancing the visibility and identification of key maritime structures such as buoys, lighthouses, offshore platforms, and other critical navigational markers. By providing a distinct radar signature, the AO-RB-G4 ensures that these structures are easily identifiable on a ship's radar display, even in challenging conditions like fog, heavy rain, or nighttime operations.

The AO-RB-G4 racon is engineered to respond to incoming radar signals by emitting a return signal that is precisely modulated to distinguish it from other radar echoes. This modulation can include Morse code identification or other forms of encoded information, making it clear to radar operators which specific landmark or navigational aid they are observing. The dual-band capability allows the AO-RB-G4 to interact with a wide range of marine radar systems, ensuring broad compatibility and reliability in diverse maritime environments.

Designed with robust and durable components, the AO-RB-G4 is built to withstand harsh marine conditions, ensuring long-term operational reliability. Its low power consumption and efficient signal processing make it an ideal choice for remote installations where maintenance access may be limited. This racon is crucial for enhancing maritime safety, providing mariners with the confidence that critical navigational aids will be prominently displayed on their radar screens, thereby reducing the risk of collisions and grounding.

The AO-RB-G4 is a versatile and reliable marine racon beacon that significantly improves navigational safety by providing clear and distinct radar signals in both the X-band and S-band frequencies, ensuring that vital maritime structures are easily identified and avoided. Radar Beacon X and S Band marine racon AO-RB-G4 racon beacon racon radar racon radar beacon

     Overview:

The AO-RB-G4 is a marine radar beacon (racon) designed for enhancing navigational safety by operating in both X-band and S-band radar frequencies. It is primarily used on buoys, lighthouses, and offshore platforms to provide a clear, identifiable signal on ship radar systems, even in poor visibility conditions like fog or heavy rain. The AO-RB-G4 responds to incoming radar pulses by emitting a distinct return signal, often modulated with identification codes, ensuring that critical navigational aids are easily recognized. Its robust design, low power consumption, and wide compatibility make it a reliable choice for long-term, remote maritime installations.

     Compliance:

1. IALA Recommendations and IMO Standards.

     Features:

1. Our radar beacon response on X and S bands.

2. Racon radar high transmit power, greater receive sensitivity gives long service range.

3. The length of the Morse code response matches the display range setting by programming the duration of the answer according to the pulse length before installation.

4. Automatic response length.

5. Wide power supply range 9-36V DC.

6. Low power consumption racon radar beacon.

7. Light weight radar transponder beacon.

8. Transient over-voltage and reverse polarity protections.

9. Maintenance free racon beacon.

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The Radar Beacon X and S Band marine racon beacon racon radar racon radar beacon AO-RB-G4  is widely used in various maritime environments to enhance navigational safety. It is typically installed on critical maritime structures such as buoys, lighthouses, offshore platforms, and bridge pillars. These installations are often located in high-traffic or hazardous areas where clear navigation is essential, such as busy shipping lanes, narrow straits, or near underwater hazards like reefs and rocks.

In these scenarios, the AO-RB-G4 plays a vital role by providing a distinct and recognizable radar signal that is easily detectable by ships' radar systems, even in challenging conditions like fog, heavy rain, or nighttime. This clear signal allows mariners to accurately identify and avoid potential obstacles, reducing the risk of collisions and grounding. The dual-band (X-band and S-band) capability ensures compatibility with a wide range of marine radar systems, making the AO-RB-G4 a versatile and reliable tool for enhancing maritime safety in various challenging environments.