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Build your own wildlife or security VHF transmitters using our ready to use circuit boards. Just attach a battery and they'll start transmitting! Our transmitters are easily turned on and off using a small magnet and also include an activity sensor as standard. Small and lightweight - only 20 mm diameter and 1.6g. Available in many frequencies in 150, 151 and 173 MHz ranges.
Cost range
- $1 - 100
Where to buy
Website
External Resources
Conservation Challenges
WILDLABS Content
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Specifications
Brand
PERDIX
Transmitter
OOK modulated crystal Oscillator and frequency multiplier with two stage RF filter and antenna matching.
Frequency range
150, 151 & 173 MHz. Others available on request.
Weight
1.6 g (including antenna)
Size
Main board diameter: 20 mm
Tab length: 5 mm
Tab width: 5 mm
Eye diameter: 2 mm
Antenna
300mm of 7/7 stainless steel cable with nylon coating.
Activation
On / Off switching by touching with magnet.
Pulse spacing
Standard: 1.6 seconds
Can be adjusted depending on range and battery life requirements.
Activity timer
Standard: 18 hrs
Timer can be adjusted depending on project requirements.
TX supply current
Standard: 2.5 mAh
Can be adjusted depending on range and battery life requirements.
Spurious emissions
> -40 dBm (Meets EN300-220)
Adjacent channel TX power
> -50 dBc (Meets EN300-220)
Frequency accuracy
Typical: 0 kHz
Minimum: -2.5 kHz
Maximum: +2.5 kHz
(Meets EN300-220)
Operating temperature
-20 C to +55 C
Storage temperature
-30 C to +70 C
Supply voltage
Typical: 3 V
Minimum: 2 V
Maximum: 3.5 V
Recommended batteries
Panasonic CR-2025/HFN: 3 V, 165 mAh, 2.5 g.
Panasonic CR-2032/HFN: 3 V, 225 mAh, 3.0 g.
Battery life
Using standard settings:
CR2025: 195 days
CR2032: 265 days