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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

The addition of new Keneís satellites means PTT tags deliver positions and data more frequently than before.

We also now offer tags that measure air and water pressure, enabling the study of flight and diving behaviour.

These compact Argos satellite transmitters allow you to track small birds throughout 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-sized migrants to return and then endure the challenge of re-trapping them to recover the tags. Data are delivered multiple times a day*. The two-solar-panel model absorbs more sunlight, recharges faster, and offers greater battery capacity. This improves performance during periods of low daylight or when 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.

Options

  • Air Pressure – for studying flight behaviour
  • Water Pressure – for studying diving behaviour

  • 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 Sunbird
    S1H 130A    		 Sunbird
    S1H 130C    		 Sunbird
    S1H 230A    		 Sunbird
    Barometric    		 Sunbird
    Dive
    Weight [1] (g) 2.0 3.0 3.5 from 2.5 from 3.5
    Application Small-sized birds in
    dry environments    		 Medium-sized birds,
    including divers    		 Medium-sized birds in
    dry environments    		 Small-sized birds in
    dry environments    		 Medium-sized birds,
    including divers
    Size (LxWxH) (mm) 27 x 15 x 8 27 x 15 x 8 37 x 15 x 10 27 x 17 x 9 27 x 17 x 9
    Life [2] (days) Indefinite Indefinite Indefinite Indefinite Indefinite
    Antenna (cm) 23 23 23 23 23
    Solar Panels 1 1 2 1 1
    Max pressure [3] (dBar) 10 100 10 10 20 or 200
    Sensors – – – Pressure, Ext
    Temp    		 Pressure, Ext
    Temp
    Pressure options – – – Air Air + Water

    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 exces sive wear and tear.
    3. dBar is equivalent to 1m depth if the barometric pressure is 10 00mb. To convert to Depth or Altitude requires adjustment for barometric pressure.
    4. Transmissions (Tx) under water will not be received and only the 20dBar option will give accurate Air pressure.
    5. Summary data will be for a user defined period of hours (max 24).

    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

    Sensors (model dependent)
    Calibrated sensor range: 0˚C to 40˚C
    Pressure sensor range: 20dBar, 200dBar
    Pressure sensor accuracy: ±1% of Full Scale
    Pressure sensor resolution: ~0.1% of Full Scale

    Barometric Data
    Instant pressure and temperature every transmission [4]
    Min/Max for previous period [5]

    Dive Data
    Last dive and period summary [5]
    Regular pressure and temperature

  • Product Downloads

    Here you’ll find product resources including software applications, manuals, quick-start guides and spec sheets. For any questions, please contact us.

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