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S1H 130A on Upland sandpiper (Bartramia longicauda) © Zachary Pohlen, USFWS. 2021

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Sunbird Solar Argos Transmitters

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S1H 130A

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S1H 230A

Solar Argos Transmitters from 2 grams

These compact Argos satellite transmitters enable you to track small birds during their journey. High efficiency solar harvesting and an adaptive transmission protocol maximise the use of the sun’s energy. No longer do you need to wait for starling-size migrants to return and then endure the nerve-racking attempts to re-trap them to recover the tags. The data are delivered to you daily*.

Now available with two solar panels, the additional solar area of the S1H 230A is able to absorb more sunlight, allowing the tag to recharge more quickly. Additionally, the extra battery capacity means it will last longer without charging, providing improved performance when daylight is short or birds spend less time in direct sunlight.

* Provided the tags receive sufficient sunlight, the tags should transmit long enough every day to be received by Argos satellites.

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  • Max Depth 100m
  • Data Delivery: Lotek Argos Web Service, ArgosWeb

  • Product Applications

    Studying the migration of birds too small for units that send GPS data remotely. The solar cell must be kept above the feathers to operate effectively and time spent in shade will reduce the energy harvested. These tags will work best on species that are predominantly out in the open with long and sunny days.

  • Product Specifications

    Model S1H 130A S1H 130C S1H 230A
    Weight [1] (g) 2.0 3.0 3.5
    Application Small-sized birds in
    dry environments    		 Medium-sized birds,
    including divers    		 Medium-sized birds in
    dry environments
    Size (LxWxH) (mm) 27 x 15 x 8 27 x 15 x 8 37 x 15 x 10
    Life [2] (days) Indefinite Indefinite Indefinite
    Max depth (m) 10 100 10
    Antenna (cm) 23 23 23
    Solar Panels 1 1 2

    1. Weight may vary +/- 10%, and more for variations in antenna gauge and angle or attachment tubes.
    2. Tags can operate for an indefinite duration when sufficient solar energy can be harvested and the tags are not subjected to excessive wear and tear.

    Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

     

    Technical Specifications:
    Operating temperature range (°C): -10 to 60
    High efficiency solar harvester.
    Stainless steel stranded antenna
    Standard Sensors:
    Temperature
    Transmit current
    Battery voltage
    Solar charge current

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