Solar Argos/GPS 17g PTT

Solar Argos/GPS 17g PTTFeatures

  • Solar-powered, rechargeable battery
  • Microprocessor-controlled power management
  • Internal multi-channel micro-power GPS receiver
  • SBAS capable (WAAS, EGNOS, and QZSS)
  • GPS horizontal accuracy ±18 m
  • GPS vertical accuracy ±22 m
  • Programmable with up to 5 duty cycle seasons
  • SiV™ Technology
  • Embedded CRC checksum with bit error detection
  • Optional Seasonal GT™ and Mortality GT™
  • Operating lifetime up to 3 years

Dimensions* Length: 2.47 in (6.27 cm)  x  Width: 0.68 in (1.73 cm)  x  Height: 0.67 in (1.70 cm)
Antenna: 7.00 in (17.78 cm) protruding from the back edge of the transmitter 45 degrees to the bottom face
Sensors GPS coordinates (latitude, longitude, altitude, course, and speed), temperature, battery voltage, activity
Construction The housing is constructed from a lightweight glass-reinforced epoxy composite material with a contiguous interior metal-plated coating. The unit is hermetically sealed with a metal-to-metal solder joint providing stability during changes in temperature and humidity.
Attachment options Backpack (with standard neoprene cushioning pad)
Color options Standard or Matte Finish: classic, dark brown, medium brown, gray, white, black
Matte Finish Only: desert sand, brown sand, black sand
Example species Ring-billed Gull, Swallow-tailed Kite, Snail Kite, Red Goshawk, Reddish Egret
* Harnessing loops and neoprene pad not included in these dimensions.


The 2012 release of our Solar Argos/GPS 17g PTT further expanded the range of birds that could be tracked with GPS accuracy. This lightweight model is our smallest transmitter equipped with GPS technology and has continued to be updated with our latest advancements, including a more powerful battery and higher-efficiency solar cells. Learn about how prototypes of the 17g PTT were used to examine threats to endangered Snail Kites.