Description
Overview
SAILOR SP3520 Portable VHF GMDSS is a professional SAILOR/Cobham marine communications product supplied under manufacturer part number 403520A. This page is built from the current AST/Cobham price-list entry used by F&C Marine, with official Cobham information added only where it has been verified. It is intended for commercial marine, GMDSS, operational radio or safety-system applications according to the specific model.
Key Features
- Portable VHF approved for GMDSS use
- SAILOR SP3520 Portable VHF GMDSS
- Transceiver
- Belt Clip
- Lanyard
- Lithium battery (primary battery)
- Operators manual
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer / Brand | SAILOR / Cobham Satcom |
|---|---|
| Part number | 403520A |
| Referenced system families | Sailor SP3500 Series |
What’s Included
- SAILOR SP3520 Portable VHF GMDSS
- Transceiver
- Belt Clip
- Lanyard
- Lithium battery (primary battery)
- Operators manual
The list above follows the supplied price-list description. Always confirm the final package against the order acknowledgement where a system can be configured with options.
Compatible Accessories
This part is referenced within the following SAILOR system families in the supplied range:
- Sailor SP3500 Series
These family references are useful for finding related equipment, but they are not a substitute for checking the exact installation, connector type, software/hardware generation and regulatory requirement.
Downloads
Customer-facing manuals, product sheets and approvals are being maintained in the F&C Marine SAILOR/Cobham asset library. Only verified customer-use documentation will be linked publicly; service-only material is excluded.
Useful Links
- Official Cobham Satcom product information
- F&C Marine marine electronics shop
- F&C Marine knowledge base
Application, Integration & Support
Selecting the correct configuration. SAILOR SP3520 Portable VHF GMDSS should be specified using the exact part number 403520A together with the vessel’s existing communications arrangement and operational requirement. For replacement projects it is important to identify the equipment already installed, including associated control units, power supplies, antennas, cabling and interfaces. Equipment within the same SAILOR family can differ by generation, approval, connector arrangement or software configuration, so compatibility should be checked before ordering or commencing a retrofit.
Installation planning. Before installation, confirm the available vessel supply, mounting location, cable routes, antenna arrangement, network or data interfaces and any applicable GMDSS or flag-state requirements. Existing installations may contain reusable components, but these should not be assumed compatible solely because they carry the SAILOR brand. Where the equipment forms part of a wider bridge or safety system, the complete signal path and supporting equipment should be considered as part of the installation plan.
F&C Marine support. F&C Marine can assist with product selection, replacement planning, installation queries, compatible accessories and supporting marine electronics. For the most accurate recommendation, provide the existing model and part number, vessel type, photographs of the current installation and a description of the function required. This is particularly useful for older SAILOR systems where several revisions may have been supplied over the life of the product family.
Before Ordering
Before ordering SAILOR SP3520 Portable VHF GMDSS, part number 403520A, confirm the exact vessel requirement and the equipment already installed. For replacement projects, photographs of the existing unit, connectors, mounting arrangement and surrounding system can help identify whether any additional cables, brackets, antennas, power equipment or interface components will be required. Where the equipment performs a safety, GMDSS or regulatory function, the vessel application and required approval should also be confirmed before supply. F&C Marine can assist with checking the intended configuration and supporting items before an order is placed.
Help & Advice
For replacement work, system extensions or new installations, send F&C Marine the existing SAILOR model, part number, vessel type and the function you need to achieve. We can help check compatibility and identify the supporting power, antenna, cable, mounting and control items required for a complete installation.
Availability: specialist SAILOR equipment and components are supplied subject to current manufacturer/distributor availability. Confirm stock and lead time before relying on a product for a time-critical refit or compliance requirement.
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