Cobham Sailor Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal

Description

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): Operational Overview

The Cobham Sailor Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal is a type-approved commercial marine land-mobile system engineered for high-reliability deep-sea and offshore vessel operations. Compliant with international IMO/SOLAS and IEC standards, the unit is fully supplied, bench-tested, and supported worldwide by Seanav Marine from our Dubai Maritime City (DMC) technical facility.

Cobham EXPLORER 510 BGAN Terminal is an ultra-portable, lightweight compact and user-friendly BGAN satellite terminal that’s easy to set up at a moment’s notice.  A versatile global field communicator, regardless of where you’re located.

Cobham’s EXPLORER 510 is designed with wireless connectivity in-mind. Utilizing the new EXPLORER Connect App, it will transform Android and IOS  smartphones and tablets into powerful satellite communication tools.

Set-up your system online in minutes using your own wireless devices. The USB host allows wired connections to the EX 510.  Save connection costs by employing the optional EXPLORER LTE dongle – enabling local cell usage, only switching to BGAN when needed.

Key Engineering Features & Operational Advantages

• High quality broadband up to 464 kbps
• Inmarsat Global Network (excluding the poles) ensures reliable connectivity
• Voice, email, internet, standard and streaming data, stream video & audio
• Most compact high-end terminal available – 8 X 7.8 X 1.6 inches, 3 lbs.
• Standalone use or as a companion to EXPLORER 710 or an EXPLORER VSAT terminal
• For US/North America operation, needs a simple US Power Plug (Buy Online Now!)

Comprehensive Marine Technical Specifications

Specification Parameter	Technical Rating & Engineering Value
Manufacturer / Brand	Cobham Sailor
Product Designation	Cobham Sailor Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal
Equipment Category	Land-mobile – Portable bgan
Marine Power Input	24V DC / 110-220V AC Universal Marine Mains
Data & Sensor Interfaces	NMEA 0183 (IEC 61162-1), NMEA 2000, Ethernet (IEC 61162-450)
Environmental Standards	IEC 60945 Protected / Exposed Bridge Standards, IPX6/IPX7 Waterproof
Operating Temperature	-15°C to +55°C (Internal) / -25°C to +70°C (Antenna/Transducer)
Statutory Approvals	IMO Resolutions, SOLAS Chapter V/IV, MED Wheelmark, USCG, ClassNK, DNV
Technical Supply & Support	Seanav Marine DMC Dubai – Pre-Delivery Tested, Calibrated, Global Dispatch
Warranty & Spares	Full Seanav Commercial Marine Warranty with 24/7 Global Field Service

Comparative Maritime Performance Matrix

Feature / Metric	Cobham Sailor Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal	Standard Market Alternatives
RF Performance & Signal Clarity	Advanced low-noise front-end & robust DSP filtering	Standard analog receiver circuitry
Bridge Integration Readiness	Native dual-channel IEC 61162 NMEA data output	Single port legacy serial interface
Thermal & Environmental Resilience	IEC 60945 extreme temperature and vibration proofing	Commercial-grade standard casing
Workbench Certification	Pre-delivery calibration & verification by Seanav DMC	Unverified drop-shipped stock

Statutory Maritime Compliance & Type Approvals

The Cobham Sailor Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal conforms to the highest standards of international maritime safety. It is designed to satisfy IMO (International Maritime Organization) performance standards, SOLAS Chapter V/IV mandates, and IEC 60945 environmental requirements. The equipment is accepted across major IACS classification societies including DNV, Lloyd’s Register (LR), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Bureau Veritas (BV), and ClassNK for newbuild outfitting and drydock retrofits.

Seanav Marine Support, Workbench Calibration & Global Supply

Seanav Marine operates from Dubai Maritime City (DMC), offering end-to-end supply, inspection, workbench testing, and lifecycle support for Cobham Sailor equipment. All units undergo electrical functional testing and firmware verification before dispatch to shipyards and ports worldwide, backed by dedicated technical support and swift turnaround times.

Frequently Asked Questions (AEO – Answer Engine Optimization)

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