VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER IC-M87
Compact marine, tough PMR
Tough and waterproof
The IC-M87 is built tough to withstand hazardous environments. Even if it is dropped into water, the waterproof construction* will protect it from harm. (1m depth for 30 minutes)
* Equivalent to IPX7.
Simple operation
6 clearly labelled buttons on the front panel and the volume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. A large, clear LCD with backlighting and backlit buttons make night time operation easy.
Li-Ion battery for long battery life
With the standard battery pack, you can get up to 15 hours of operating time* without worrying about 'memory effect' of the battery.
*Tx:Rx:Stand-by= 5:5:90 with BP-227
22 programmable channels for PMR
The IC-M87 has 22 programmable channels reserved for PMR use (146–174MHz). Wide/narrow channel spacing is programmable for each channel, and CTCSS and DTCS signaling is built-in.
*Appropriate license will be required.
Other features
- Instant access to Ch. 16 and call channel
- Simple add/delete TAG scanning
- Monitor button opens squelch
- 2 step power saver
- Key lock function
- Low battery indicator
- Optional waterproof microphone, HM-168
Versions are available that conform to the intrinsically safe 94/9/EC ATEX Directive. It is suitable for use in hazardous areas where flammable gasses or liquids are used.Approved classes
The approved rating is II2G Ex ib IIA T3. Special conditions for use: • Must be used with BP-227AX Approved accessories: • Speaker-microphone HM-138 Please Note: The optional chargers are not approved as intrinsically safe. Do not charge the BP-227AX in an explosive atmosphere.
Applicable gas and vapor types
Temp. | T1 | T2 | T3 |
| Class IIA | Acetone, Ethane, | Ethyl alcohol, i-amyl acetate, n-butan, n-butyl alcohol | Benzine, Diesel-fuel, Aviation-fuel, Heating-oils, n-hexane |
BATTERY CASE
| BP-226 | AA(LR6)×5 cells Water resistance, equivalent to IPX4 | | |
| BP-227 | (Li-Ion)
| BP-227AX | (Li-Ion) | |
| BC-119N | Rapid charger
| BC-152 | Regular charger | |
| BC-121N | Rapid charger | | |
| BC-145S | 16V/1A
| BC-147S | 12V/200mA
| BC-157S | 12V/7A |
| AD-100 | (Use with BC-119N/BC-121N) | | |
| CP-17L | (Use with BC-119N/BC-152) | | |
| OPC-515L | (Use with BC-119N/BC-152)
| OPC-656 | (Use with BC-121N) | |
| HM-138 | Waterproof, IPX7
| HM-168 | Waterproof, IPX7 | |
| MB-86 |
| MB-98 | | |
| MB-96N | MB-86 type swivel joint supplied.
| MB-96F | Fixed type | |
| UT-112 compatibility | Total of 32 voice scramble codes available | | |
| FA-S59V | |
| IC-M87 | |
| Frequency range | Tx | 156.000–161.450 MHz | Rx | 156.000–163.425 MHz | PMR; Tx/Rx | 146–174 MHz |
Dimensions (W×H×D) | 62×97×39 mm | |
Weight (approx.) | 280g (With BP-227) | |
Current drain (approx.) | Transmit (High) | 1.6A typ. | Max. audio | 200mA typ. |
Sensitivity (at 20dB SINAD; emf) | –2dBμ typ. (Marine) | |
Intermodulation rejection | 68dB (Marine) | |
Audio output power (With an 8Ω load) | 200mW (Marine) | |
RF output power | 5/3/1W (Marine/PMR) | |
Waterproof protection | IPX7 (1m depth/30 min) | |
Waterproof speaker-microphone | HM-138, HM-168 or HM-169 | |
VOX headset | - | |
Operating time (approx.)* | 15 hrs with BP-227 | |
Tag scan | Available | |
Favorite channel | - | |
AquaQuake draining function | - | |
CTCSS/DTCS with PMR channel | Available | |
Voice scrambler | Built-in for ATEX version | |
Intrinsically safe | Depending on version | |
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
Icom makes rugged products that have been tested to and passed the following MIL-STD requirements and strict environmental standards.
Standard | MIL-810 F Method, Proc. |
| Low Pressure Storage | 500.4 I |
Low Pressure Operation | 500.4 II |
High Temperature Storage | 501.4 I |
High Temperature Operation | 501.4 II |
Low Temperature Storage | 502.4-3 I |
Low Temperature Operation | 502.4-3 II |
Temperature Shock | 503.4 I |
Solar Radiation | 505.4 I |
Rain Blowing | 506.4 I |
Rain Drip | 506.4 III |
Humidity | 507.4 |
Salt Fog | 509.4 |
Dust Blowing | 510.4 I |
Vibration | 514.5 I |
Shock Functional | 516.5 I |
Shock Transit Drop | 516.5 IV |
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.