Multihull Review July 09

PRODUCT NEWS
Words by Mark Orr
The Sonim XP3 Enduro
– the first waterproof toughphone ever!
The Sonim XP3 Enduro is the world’s
only rugged and fully submersible mobile
phone, which has been designed to
work in the most extreme conditions.
This impermeable device is the follow
up to the Sonim XP1 (labelled the JCB
‘Toughphone’ within the UK market) and
with advanced features and functionality
meets the demands of people who use
their mobile phones as tools, not fashion
accessories. It has been awarded the IP-
57 rating that makes it one to reckon with
– not only fully waterproof the XP3 is also
shock, dust, and drop resistant as well as
operational from -20 °C to + 60°C.
And so confident are the manufacturers, it comes with a three year,
no quibble warranty. Not only is the phone build to withstand the
toughest of conditions, it has also been designed to suit most user
demands and includes Bluetooth™, Push to Talk, tri-band and
built-in dual speakers in order to be heard in noisy environments.
Vetus introduce new
The screen remains bright when used outdoors and has buttons
large enough to be used easily with gloves on as well as built-in
splash prevention
hands free. All the ports are covered in rubber to make this mobile
phone device tougher than tough.
when refuelling
The phone is ideal for fishermen, yachtsmen, construction workers,
lorry drivers, farmers or foremen; and is equally suited to anyone
VETUS has recently launched a new version of their
with an active lifestyle who needs a handset, which can withstand
popular fuel Splash-Stop.
real world needs!
This new model meets all the latest CE and ABYC
Additional information:
standards. It is connected directly under the deck filler plate
and ensures that overflowing fuel or foam cannot come • Network: Tri Band GSM 900/1800/1900
back out, thereby soiling the deck and possibly polluting • Supplied network unlocked i.e. you can use this device with a
the water.
SIM card from any UK or European GSM network
(e.g.Vodafone, T-Mobile, O2, etc.) or on a tailored contract.
The housing and hose connection of this Splash-Stop are • Battery Talk Time: 5 hours
made of anodized aluminium and it is suitable for both
• Durable casing: Hardened rubber moulding cast via
diesel and petrol fuels.
dual injection
• Shock: Rated to 1.65m drop to concrete
Two models are available: • Vibration: Protection from 5Hz to 500Hz
• Water and humidity: Rated for stream of water at 90
FSA3816 suitable for fuel filling hose ø 38 mm – 1 _’’ degree angle
FSA5116 suitable for fuel filling hose ø 51 mm – 2’’ • Dirt and dust: Non-porous casing withstands
micro-particles
Both models have a ø 16 mm (5/8’’) connection for the • Temperature range: Operational range between -20 °C
breather line. to + 60 °C.
• Screen: Protected by leading scratch resistant coating
Excess fuel is collected in a parallel hose, which functions • Durable mechanics: Keypad buttons tested to 500,000
as a reservoir. The capacity of the reservoir is determined pushes; Dedicated PTT button tested to 200,000 pushes
by the length and diameter of the hose. The excess fuel is
returned from the reservoir hose back into the tank.
PowerupMobile.com are currently offering 2160 deals on
contract where you can get the XP3 for free. Sim free prices
This VETUS Splash-Stop is a must for every boat owner start from £229.99.
who is concerned about the environment.
More details from: www.toughestphone.com and
For more information visit www.vetus.nl www.powerupmobile.com
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