AIS Transceivers

The use of the AIS transponder has increased sharply in recent years, partly due to the lower purchase costs and the advantage of safety and now many see the convenience of it. Especially on large water and at busy crossings, a transponder is ideal. You will see the course, speed but also ship name of all the ships around you. Necessary information to possibly change your own course or adjust the speed for a safe passage. With the ship name on your screen, calling up another ship is very easy.

Safe is precisely the added value of a transponder, because you are also visible to everyone around you.

The Quark-Elec QK-A51T transponder is price-friendly and equipped with Wi-Fi, ideal for use on multiple screens. With AIS on your iPad under the sprayhood or on your laptop at the card table, it's all possible and at the same time. The EM TRAK transponders have long proven themselves, high-quality and high-quality equipment. The EM TRAK 5 watt SODTMA models always have a free channel and are extremely suitable for very large water.

The AIS transponder also has a GPS antenna (required). This transmits your position in the AIS signal. Depending on the type and construction material of your boat, this antenna is internal or external