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Advances in solar cell technology and power management made it possible for Microwave Telemetry to introduce the Solar 12g PTT. While similar to the 9.5g PTT, this model's larger battery allows it to transmit for longer periods when fully charged. The 12g PTT can also be adapted for tracking flying foxes.
Cost range
- $1000 - 5000
Where to buy
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Reviews
1 reviews from October 2023 to present
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Ease of setup / Good accompanying software / Good manufacturer support / High durability / Long battery life / Reliable data collection /
On our hen harrier work https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006320723001738
we have used considerable numbers (123...
Read moreOn our hen harrier work https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006320723001738
we have used considerable numbers (123) of the 9.5 and 12g tags due to their amazing reliability. We continue to deploy each year for the time being.
This project is heavily scrutinised so the excellent engineering of the tags mean that we are cautious to try anything else. Reliability proven to be >95% and I still have a bird tagged (Bryony) from 2015 transmitting whilst reviewing in Oct 2023.
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Specifications
Features
- Solar-powered, rechargeable battery
- Microprocessor-controlled power management
- Programmable duty cycle
- Multi-season duty cycle timer available
- Optional XT™ programming
- Optional Mortality GT™
- Optional potting for pressure resistance*
- Operating lifetime up to 3 years
Specifications
Dimensions** | Length: 1.68 in (4.27 cm) x Width: 0.70 in (1.78 cm) x Height: 0.56 in (1.42 cm) Antenna: 8.50 in (21.59 cm) protruding from the back edge of the transmitter 45 degrees to the bottom face |
Sensors | Temperature, battery voltage, activity |
Construction | The housing is constructed from a lightweight glass-reinforced epoxy composite material with a contiguous interior metal-plated coating. The unit is hermetically sealed with a metal-to-metal solder joint providing stability during changes in temperature and humidity. |
Attachment options | Backpack (with standard neoprene cushioning pad), suture tubes*, glue-on, collar*** |
Colour options | Standard or Matte Finish: classic, dark brown, medium brown, grey, white, black |
Example species | Hawaiian Petrel, Teals, Montagu's Harrier, Pink-footed Shearwater |
* This option will increase the weight of the transmitter.
** Harnessing loops and neoprene pad not included in these dimensions.
*** Intended for use on some bat species.
All text and specifications sourced and modified from - https://www.microwavetelemetry.com/home