The Garrecht VT-01 Ultracompact Mode S Transponder
The Ultracompact is a single unit transponder that mounts in a standard 57 mm panel cut-out. It includes an integrated altitude encoder.
The Ultracompact measures 61.5 x 61.5 x 170 mm and has a mass of only 570 grams. It is designed for low-power applications drawing only 0.25 Amp continuous with a max draw of 0.45 Amp.
RS-232 GPS input is available to feed an ADS-B out signal.
Prices
VT-01 UC (Class 1 - 250 W): 1850 €
VT-01 UC (Class 2 - 150 W): 1765 €
Classes are defined by altitude and speed as follows
class 1: 250 W, up to 35000 ft, ≤ 250 kt
class 2: 150 W, up to 15000 ft, ≤ 175 kt |
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The Garrecht VT-01 Mode S Transponder
Specifically designed for low-power consumption, the VT-01 is ideal for use in gliders.
It features an integrated altitude encoder and ADS-B (1090) out. All that is needed for the ADS-B out is to connect the main unit to an RS-232 GPS source, meeting the requirements for Mode S transponder systems (EUROCAE ED-73B Level 2 / RTCA DO-181C data link.
The VT-01 can be installed as a single unit, or as a main unit and remote display. The remote display fits a standard 57 mm panel cut-out and connects to the static pressure and 12 VDC power.
The single unit measures 65 x 65 x 34.5 mm and the main unit measures 65 x 65 x 128 mm. When combined as a single unit it measures 65 x 65 x 168.5 mm. The combined mass is 800 grams.
Prices:
VT-01 (class 2 - 150 W): 1890 €
VT-01 (class 1 - 250 W): 1975 €
Mounting Rack: 100 €
Wiring Harness: 27 €
Conversion kit for single unit installation: 6 € |
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