Sonar Locating Beacon (SLB) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the SLB?
A
Self contained unit
No external power required
Self initiating in water depth between 4.5 and 9m
2
Q
What is its max operating depth?
A
1097m
3
Q
What type of battery is installed?
A
Lithium/Sulphur dioxide.
4
Q
What does the beacon comprise of?
A
Transducer
Electronic Unit
Pressure Switch
Battery Pack
5
Q
How is testing carried out?
A
Pushing the actuator button. (only during routine test procedures)
6
Q
When does the pressure switch operate?
A
65 kN/m squared.
7
Q
What frequency does it transmit?
A
9.5 kHz every 1.7 sec.
8
Q
Where is the beacon?
A
Front of spar S1354A (aft sponson spar)
9
Q
How often is a functional test required?
A
26 weeks
10
Q
What is the battery life?
A
156 weeks.
