Furuno AIS FA – 150
Furuno
Refurbished
Manufacturer: Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.
Country of Origin: Japan
Product Type: Class A AIS Transponder
Marine Application:
Modern marine navigation relies heavily on accurate vessel identification and real-time traffic monitoring. The Furuno FA-150 AIS Transponder is one of the most widely installed Class A AIS systems found aboard commercial vessels worldwide.
Designed to comply with IMO and SOLAS requirements, the FA-150 automatically exchanges navigational information between ships and shore stations, significantly improving maritime safety and situational awareness.
The system continuously transmits and receives vessel information, enabling bridge officers to monitor nearby traffic and reduce the risk of collision.
AIS (Automatic Identification System) is an internationally mandated vessel tracking system that automatically exchanges information between ships and shore authorities using VHF radio frequencies.
The Furuno FA-150 broadcasts:
At the same time, it receives identical information from nearby vessels.
This information can be displayed on:
Designed to meet international AIS carriage requirements.
Provides full commercial vessel AIS transmission and reception capability.
Continuously updates surrounding vessel positions.
Targets can be overlaid onto radar displays.
AIS targets can be displayed directly on electronic charts.
Receives accurate position data from onboard GPS systems.
Supports AIS safety-related message transmission.
Stores voyage information and vessel identity data.
Designed for continuous operation in marine environments.
The central processing unit of the AIS system.
Used by bridge officers for AIS operation and monitoring.
Provides vessel position information.
Transmits and receives AIS signals.
Supplies operating power to the equipment.
Allows pilots to access AIS data.
Supports NMEA connections with:
Provides early identification of nearby vessels.
Allows bridge teams to monitor vessel movements.
Supports communication with coastal authorities.
Improves identification of vessels involved in rescue missions.
Provides vessel tracking data to operators.
Helps authorities monitor vessel movements.
Works together with radar, ECDIS, GPS, and gyrocompass systems.
The Furuno FA-150 may generate alarms such as:
Bridge personnel should investigate alarms immediately to ensure compliance and navigational safety.
The FA-150 remains popular because of:
Many vessels continue operating FA-150 units even after years of service due to their reliability and ease of maintenance.
It is a Class A AIS transponder used for vessel identification and tracking.
Yes. It was designed to comply with international AIS requirements.
Yes. It supports ECDIS integration through NMEA interfaces.
Yes. AIS requires position information from GPS or other approved positioning systems.
Yes. Heading information is commonly supplied by a gyrocompass.
Yes. The FA-150 was developed specifically for commercial SOLAS vessels.
The Furuno FA-150 AIS Transponder is a professional Class A Automatic Identification System designed for vessel tracking, collision avoidance, traffic monitoring, and regulatory compliance. It provides reliable AIS communication, seamless integration with radar and ECDIS systems, and continuous operation for commercial marine navigation.
Available Condition:
• New Equipment
• Used Equipment
• Refurbished Equipment
• Reconditioned Equipment
Stock Location:
• Bangladesh
• China
Services:
• Worldwide Shipping
• Technical Support
• Spare Parts Supply
• Marine Equipment Sourcing
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