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ACR Electronics 9490 HydroFix Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU)

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Acr Electronics

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9490
06/01/2036 1:40 PM
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Product Details

The ACR HydroFix™ Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU) is a patented rod system designed to automatically release EPIRB beacons from their mounting brackets when submerged underwater. This innovative safety device activates at depths between 1.5 to 4 meters (4.9 to 13.1 feet), allowing the beacon to float to the surface and transmit distress signals in emergency situations.

Key Features:

  • Patented hydrostatic rod system for reliable automatic release
  • Compatible with Category I EPIRB brackets
  • Activation depth range: 1.5-4 meters (4.9-13.1 feet)
  • Designed for marine safety and emergency preparedness
  • Quick and reliable release mechanism
  • Approved for use with ACR Category I EPIRBs

The HydroFix HRU is an essential component of marine safety systems, ensuring that emergency position-indicating radio beacons can deploy automatically when a vessel sinks. This unit meets international maritime safety regulations and provides peace of mind for vessel operators who require reliable emergency beacon deployment systems.

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