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AN/SSQ-62E |

FOR THE MISSION BELOW

The SSQ‑62E is a NATO A‑size sonobuoy engineered to meet U.S. Government‑approved specifications and manufactured to the highest standards for the U.S. Navy and international customers. Its digital, multi‑functional design delivers accurate range performance while preserving analog telemetry compatibility.
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Twenty-Six Defense Maritime, a Twenty-Six Defense company, is a world leader in the design, development, testing and production of complex electromechanical systems and sensors, including Sparton sonobuoys. The company delivers a variety of sensing and advanced analytics capabilities that enable our nation to dominate the maritime domain.

Navigate the Noise

The SSQ‑62E incorporates both Electronic Function Select for pre‑launch configuration and Command Function Select for in‑field control, allowing operators to adjust modes after deployment. Its design strengthens acoustic clarity, enhances RF fidelity, improves directional accuracy, and supports multiple launch platforms, giving crews a reliable sonobuoy that adapts to mission conditions without compromising performance.

KEY FEATURES
- 15-460 meters (50 to 1500 ft)
- 96-channel RF Transmitter
- All Digital Design
- CSG or CFS Commandable
- Depth, Life, Scuttle
- RF channel, additional depths, sonic frequency
- Compatible with all known airborne acoustic processors
- Factory configurable to AN/SSQ-62 or 62B standards

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SPECIFICATIONS |

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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Weight
17.46 kg (38.5 lbs)
Sonobuoy Launch Container
LAU-126/A
PERFORMANCE DATA
RF Command Receiver
UHF – Single Channel
RF Transmitter Power Output
1 W minimum
RF Transmitter Frequency Stability
± 25 kHz
Operating Depth
15-460 meters (50-1500 ft)
Transducer Array
Piezoelectric Ceramic, Omni directional, Transmit/Directional Receive
Shelf Life
5 years in sealed container
Selections (Depth and RF Channel)
Electronic Function Select
Selections (Depth, Acoustic Channel, GPS, RF Channel)
Command Function Select
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