Marinco XLP Electric Trumpet Horn, 12V
- Brand:
- Marinco
- Part no:
- 10028XLP
Image: Fisheries Supply
Where to buy
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Specifications
- Type
- Electric horn
- Sound level
- 118 dB(A) at one meter
- Fundamental frequency
- 390 Hz
- Current draw
- 5 A
This Marinco XLP is an electric trumpet horn for 12V systems, rated at 118 dB(A) at one meter. The fundamental frequency is 390 plus or minus 15 cps, and the diaphragm is type 304 stainless steel. It measures 16-1/2 inches long by 4 wide and 4-3/4 high, and draws up to 5 amps on 12V. Stainless steel mounting screws are included.
Our take
At 118 dB(A) at one meter with a fundamental near 390 cycles per second, this is a loud horn. It draws up to 5 amps on 12V, and at 16-1/2 inches long it needs room, so allow for that length where it mounts.
From our buying guide
A boat of 12 m or more must have a whistle, and one of 20 m or more a bell as well. Under 12 m it need not carry them, but must have some other means of making an efficient sound signal.
Check before you buy:
- You aren't comparing loudness across makers, since they measure it at different distances, or give no distance at all.
- You can mount a fixed horn facing forward and as high as possible, as Kahlenberg says to.
- You have any parts the maker leaves to you, such as a horn button and fuse.
