The McMurdo FastFind CREW1 is a compact AIS man‑overboard (MOB) beacon engineered to accelerate detection and support rapid crew recovery. Lightweight and lifejacket‑compatible, it provides a clear AIS target and bearing for nearby AIS‑enabled vessels and chartplotters.

• Compact design with multiple attachment clips and lifejacket fitting options for quick deployment
• Semiautomatic water or manual activation for immediate transmission after immersion or on demand
• Transmits AIS SART alerts to AIS receivers and chartplotters to approximately 6.4 km (4 mi) typical - range depends on antenna heights, sea state and receiver sensitivity
• Accurate, regularly updated GPS positions for fast localisation to nearby vessels
• High‑power LED SOS strobe and audible marker for visual identification
• Typical activation time ~36 hours at -10 °C; actual battery life varies with temperature and strobe usage; 5‑year storage life
• IP68 waterproof, submersible to 50 m (164 ft)
• Designed for commercial and recreational workboats; compatible with most AIS‑enabled electronics and chartplotters - check individual manufacturer compatibility and approvals

Operational notes: the quoted AIS range (approx. 6.4 km / 4 mi) is a typical, line‑of‑sight VHF figure measured under favourable conditions (calm sea, unobstructed path). GPS update rate, strobe use and environmental factors affect battery endurance; the 36‑hour figure is typical at -10 °C - higher temperatures usually give longer operating time.

Check local approvals and operating temperature requirements before use. See Safety equipment, Personal locator beacons and AIS devices for related items and compatible electronics.

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