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Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.

FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC

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Per IMO/SOLAS navigation requirementsCapacity
Navigation Data / SensorMedium

Crews and engineers rely on reliable navigation data and sensor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation of vessels. Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. offers the FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC to meet these demands. This IMO/SOLAS compliant system provides critical navigation information. Approved by DNV, the FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC features the model number MEDB00000FD and adheres to rigorous international standards. Potential issues with this equipment may include display failures due to electronic aging, sensor interface communication errors, software or firmware bugs requiring updates, antenna cable corrosion caused by deck loads, and power supply problems stemming from fluctuations in the vessel's electrical system. Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. offers spare parts through their network, with a lead time of 1-4 weeks. To ensure optimal performance and reliability, the FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC requires annual inspection per SOLAS/flag state regulations, software updates according to manufacturer advisories, quarterly sensor calibration, and monthly backup system tests.

Specifications

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Frequency9410 MHz ±30 MHz
Rotation26 rpm (RSB-120), 48 rpm (RSB-121)
Output power FAR-151812 kW
Output power FAR-152825 kW
Ambient temperature antenna unit-25°C to +55°C
IMO ApprovedYes
Manufacturer documentation

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“FAR-15x8 series utilizes a 100 Base-TX Ethernet connection to network up to two radar systems together. This Ethernet data link gives high-speed and stable navigational data sharing for…”

Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC – Photo (7dbfdd587ec7_S3-5 S. 3)
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Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC – Photo (7dbfdd587ec7_S3-5 S. 3)
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Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC – Photo (7dbfdd587ec7_S3-5 S. 3)
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Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. FAR-1518(-BB)/FAR-1528(-BB) HSC – Drawing (7dbfdd587ec7_S3-5 S. 3)
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Source: FAR-1528(-BB) HSC datasheet, p. 1
Service

Service notes.

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Annual inspection per SOLAS/flag state. Software updates per manufacturer advisory. Sensor calibration quarterly. Backup system test monthly.

Inspection

Common failures & inspection points

Spares

Replacement Parts

Spare parts notes

Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.: Spare parts through the manufacturer's network. Lead time: 1-4 weeks. Backup systems on board as required.

Classification

DNV type approval

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CertificateMEDB00000FD
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