Thermal Beacon - Mk-IV 3-12 μm
- Reliable Military Optical IFF
- Friend or foe identification
- Positive force identification
- Fully comply with STANAG 2129
- Signaling in the 3-5 μm and 8-12 μm
- Optional signaling in the 0.8 µm
- In service
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Detection range at 3-5μm using InSb detector & 250mm lens: |
8-9km |
| Detection range at 3-5μm using Airborne Optics (Litening): |
20km |
| Detection range at 8-12μm using MCT camera at narrow field: |
4km |
| Detection range at NIR using any IR light intensifier: | 10km |
| Radiation divergence: | Omni Directional |
| Operational Voltage: | 12/24VDC 7/4A |
| Repetition Rate : | 1.5Hz |
| Dimensions – Beacon: | (H)312 x (L)--- x (W) Ø 155mm |
| Dimensions – Control box: | (H)70 x (L)150 x (W)111mm |
| Weight: | Beacon: 5.3kg Control Unit: 1.1kg |