UL Listed Intrinsically Safe Radio for Hazardous Marine & Industrial Environments
The Icom M85 UL is a UL Listed intrinsically safe dual-purpose VHF radio combining full marine VHF capabilities with 136-174 MHz land mobile frequency coverage, specifically engineered and certified for use in hazardous locations. With 5 watts output power, intrinsically safe certification (Class I Division 1 Groups C, D; Class II Division 1 Groups E, F, G; Class III T3C), IP67 waterproofing, and MIL-STD-810G construction, the M85 UL meets the stringent safety requirements for petrochemical facilities, oil refineries, chemical plants, offshore oil platforms, shipyards handling flammable materials, and any operation requiring explosion-proof communication equipment. USCG compliant for marine use and FCC certified. UL Listed E475176. Free shipping included.
Key Features
- UL Listed Intrinsically Safe Certification: Approved for use in hazardous locations under multiple classifications: Intrinsically safe for Class I Division 1 Groups C, D (explosive gas atmospheres); Class II Division 1 Groups E, F, G (combustible dust); Class III (ignitable fibers); T3C temperature code. Non-incendive for Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D. Meets ANSI/TIA-4950-B and ANSI/UL 121201 standards. UL Listed E475176. Ambient temperature rated -20°C to +60°C.
- Dual Marine & Land Mobile Operation: Full VHF marine channels (USA, INT, CAN, WX) PLUS 136-174 MHz land mobile frequency coverage with up to 100 programmable land mobile channels. Each channel supports CTCSS and DTCS tone programming. Switch instantly between marine and land mobile modes with the multi-function button. Perfect for offshore platforms, refineries with marine access, and port facilities handling hazardous materials.
- 5W RF Output Power: Transmits at 5 watts on marine channels for reliable long-range communication (land mobile channels for USA: 2W, Export: 5W). Selectable power levels (5W/3W/1W) conserve battery life. The intrinsically safe BP-292UL lithium-ion battery provides up to 11 hours of operation under typical 5:5:90 duty cycle conditions.
- Ultra-Compact Intrinsically Safe Design: Compact commercial-grade construction at 56 x 92 x 34.1 mm (2.2 x 3.6 x 1.3 inches) and weighing only 285g (10.1 oz) with intrinsically safe battery and antenna. Despite its small size, it delivers professional-grade performance certified for the most demanding hazardous environments.
- IP67 Waterproof & MIL-STD-810G Rugged: Built to withstand harsh marine and industrial environments with IP67 rating (dust-tight and waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes). Meets rigorous MIL-STD-810G military specifications for extreme temperatures, temperature shock, solar radiation, rain, humidity, salt fog, dust, immersion, vibration, and shock.
- 700mW Powerful Audio: Exceptionally loud 700mW audio output through both internal and external speakers ensures clear communication in noisy industrial environments, offshore platforms, refineries, chemical plants, and engine rooms where hearing protection may be worn.
- Automated Emergency Alarm Functions: Three safety features provide automatic emergency alerting critical for hazardous location operations: MOB (Man Overboard) Alarm, Man Down detection (automatically alerts if user falls), and Lone Worker monitoring (ensures regular check-ins). These features are essential for worker safety in isolated or dangerous environments.
- AquaQuakeâ„¢ Water Draining: Icom's innovative water-draining technology uses vibration to clear water droplets from the speaker grille, preventing audio degradation and ensuring consistent, clear sound quality immediately after water exposure or decontamination procedures.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: Marine: Tx 156.025–157.425 MHz, Rx 156.050–163.275 MHz | Land Mobile: 136.000–174.000 MHz
- Channels: Marine: INT, USA, CAN, WX channels pre-programmed | Land Mobile: 100 programmable channels with CTCSS/DTCS
- Power Output: Marine: 5W/3W/1W | Land Mobile (USA): 2W/1W | Land Mobile (Export): 5W/3W/1W
- Channel Spacing: Marine: 25 kHz | Land Mobile: 25 kHz/12.5 kHz selectable
- Type of Emissions: Marine: 16K0G3E (25 kHz) | Land Mobile: 16K0F3E (Wide 25 kHz), 11K0F3E (Narrow 12.5 kHz)
- Intrinsically Safe Certification: UL Listed E475176 | Intrinsically safe: Class I Div 1 Groups C, D; Class II Div 1 Groups E, F, G; Class III T3C | Non-incendive: Class I Div 2 Groups A, B, C, D
- Standards: ANSI/TIA-4950-B, ANSI/UL 121201
- Waterproof Rating: IP67 (1m depth for 30 minutes, dust-tight)
- Audio Output: 700mW (internal/external speaker) at 10% distortion
- Battery Life: Approximately 11 hours with BP-292UL (5:5:90 duty cycle)
- Current Drain: 1.5A (transmit at 5W), 0.45A (receive max audio) | USA LMR: 0.9A (transmit at 2W)
- Sensitivity: 0.25 µV typical (at 12dB SINAD)
- Dimensions: 56 x 92 x 34.1 mm (2.2 x 3.6 x 1.3 inches) without projections
- Weight: 285g (10.1 oz) with BP-292UL battery, FA-SC58V antenna, and MBB-3 belt clip
- Operating Temperature: Marine: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) | Land Mobile: -30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F)
- Power Supply: 7.2V DC nominal (must use BP-292UL intrinsically safe battery)
- Antenna Impedance: 50Ω
- Certifications: UL Listed E475176, FCC Part 80 (Marine), FCC Part 90 (Land Mobile), IP67, MIL-STD-810G, USCG approved
Intrinsically Safe Certification for Hazardous Locations
The M85 UL is UL Listed (E475176) as intrinsically safe equipment approved for use in the most dangerous industrial environments. The radio is certified for Class I Division 1 hazardous locations where explosive gas atmospheres may be present (Groups C and D including acetylene, hydrogen, ethylene, propane, and other flammable gases). It's also approved for Class II Division 1 locations with combustible dust (Groups E, F, G including metal dust, coal dust, and grain dust), and Class III environments with ignitable fibers. The T3C temperature code ensures the radio's surface temperature remains safe even in continuous operation. Additionally, it meets non-incendive requirements for Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D environments. This comprehensive certification makes it suitable for offshore oil platforms, petroleum refineries, chemical processing plants, natural gas facilities, grain elevators, coal mines, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and any facility handling flammable or combustible materials.
Critical Safety Requirements for Intrinsically Safe Operation
To maintain intrinsically safe certification, the M85 UL MUST ONLY be used with approved intrinsically safe accessories. Required: BP-292UL intrinsically safe battery pack (1910-2010mAh). Optional approved accessories include HM-184UL intrinsically safe waterproof speaker-microphone. The battery chargers (BC-227, BC-226, BC-228) must NOT be used in explosive atmospheres - charging must occur in non-hazardous areas only. DO NOT substitute any non-approved batteries, antennas, or accessories as this will void the intrinsically safe certification and create dangerous conditions. The radio operates within ambient temperature range of -20°C to +60°C when used with the BP-292UL battery pack. Always follow all safety protocols and facility requirements for intrinsically safe equipment.
Dual-Purpose Design for Hazardous Marine & Industrial Operations
The M85 UL combines full marine VHF functionality with extensive land mobile frequency coverage, making it uniquely suited for offshore oil platforms, LNG terminals, petrochemical port facilities, refineries with marine access, chemical tanker operations, and maritime industrial facilities handling hazardous materials. Marine channels include all USA, International, Canadian, and Weather channels pre-programmed for instant use. The land mobile side offers 100 fully programmable channels covering 136-174 MHz with CTCSS and DTCS tone squelch for selective calling and interference rejection. Switch between marine and land mobile modes instantly using the top-panel multi-function button - essential for operations requiring both ship-to-shore marine communication and facility-wide industrial coordination.
Emergency Functions for High-Risk Environments
Worker safety is critical in hazardous locations. The M85 UL includes three automated emergency alarm functions designed for high-risk industrial and offshore environments. MOB (Man Overboard) Alarm is essential for offshore platform operations. Man Down detection automatically triggers an alarm if the radio detects the user has fallen and hasn't moved - critical for workers in confined spaces, elevated platforms, or areas with toxic atmospheres. Lone Worker monitoring ensures that isolated workers in hazardous zones check in at regular intervals, triggering an alarm if they fail to respond. These features provide critical safety monitoring for operations in Class I and Class II hazardous locations where immediate emergency response can be life-saving.
Military-Grade Durability for Extreme Environments
Engineered to commercial and military standards, the M85 UL meets rigorous MIL-STD-810G specifications across multiple categories including low pressure, extreme temperatures (-30°C to +60°C for land mobile use), temperature shock, solar radiation, rain, humidity, salt fog, dust, immersion, vibration, and shock. The IP67 rating ensures complete dust protection and waterproof protection to 1 meter for 30 minutes - essential for offshore platforms exposed to saltwater spray, refineries with decontamination procedures, and chemical plants requiring equipment washdowns. This radio is engineered to perform reliably in the harshest petrochemical, offshore, and industrial environments where equipment faces constant exposure to corrosive atmospheres, extreme weather, and physical impacts.
Operational Features
- Multi-Function Button: Programmable top-panel button allows instant switching between marine/land mobile modes or key lock activation
- Dual/Tri-Watch Function: Monitor Channel 16 and/or call channel simultaneously for maximum awareness in emergency situations
- Priority Scan Function: Automatically scan channels with priority to designated critical channels
- Favorite Channel Function: Quick access to frequently used emergency or coordination channels
- Weather Channel Reception: All NOAA weather channels pre-programmed for offshore weather monitoring
- Monitor Function: Override squelch to check for weak signals in critical communications
- 100 Programmable Land Mobile Channels: Each with CTCSS/DTCS tone programming for facility-wide coordination
- Wide Viewing Angle LCD: Clear display readable in all lighting conditions including direct sunlight and darkness
- Channel 16/C Button: Instant access to marine emergency channel
- AquaQuakeâ„¢: Water draining function for speaker grille
Approved Intrinsically Safe Accessories
The M85 UL supports only UL-approved intrinsically safe accessories. HM-184UL waterproof intrinsically safe speaker-microphone enables remote operation while maintaining safety certification. Charging equipment includes BC-227 rapid charger (2.7 hours), BC-226 connectable charger, and BC-228 multi-unit charger (charges up to 6 BP-292UL batteries). CRITICAL: Chargers must NEVER be used in explosive atmospheres - all charging must occur in designated non-hazardous areas. Belt clips (MBB-3, MB-136, MB-96N, MB-96F, MB-96FL), carrying case (LC-191), and power cables (CP-25H, CP-23L, OPC-515L) for vehicle mounting in non-hazardous zones. FA-SC58V antenna is the approved intrinsically safe antenna.
What's Included
- Icom M85 UL Intrinsically Safe Marine & Land Mobile VHF Transceiver
- BP-292UL Intrinsically Safe Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1910mAh min/2010mAh typ)
- BC-227 Rapid Desktop Charger (charges in 2.7 hours) - DO NOT use in hazardous locations
- BC-123SA/SE AC Adapter (varies by version)
- FA-SC58V Intrinsically Safe Antenna
- MBB-3 Alligator-Style Belt Clip
- Hand Strap
- Owner's Manual with Intrinsically Safe Operating Instructions
- UL Listed Certification Documentation
- Free Shipping
Ideal For
The Icom M85 UL is specifically designed and UL Listed for offshore oil platforms, LNG facilities, petroleum refineries, chemical processing plants, natural gas production facilities, petrochemical terminals, oil tanker operations, chemical tanker fleets, pharmaceutical manufacturing in hazardous zones, grain elevators, coal processing facilities, paint manufacturing plants, offshore wind farms with marine access, maritime facilities handling flammable materials, shipyards working with volatile substances, and any Class I Division 1, Class II Division 1, or Class III hazardous location requiring both marine VHF and land mobile radio communication with intrinsically safe certification.
Why Choose the M85 UL?
The M85 UL is the only UL Listed intrinsically safe radio that combines marine VHF and land mobile capabilities in a single compact unit. This eliminates the need for separate radios and ensures compliance with hazardous location safety regulations. The comprehensive UL certification (Class I Div 1, Class II Div 1, Class III, T3C) means it can be used in the most dangerous industrial environments without special hot work permits or additional safety protocols. Automated emergency functions enhance worker safety in high-risk operations. IP67 and MIL-STD-810G construction ensures reliable performance in the harshest offshore and industrial conditions. This is professional-grade intrinsically safe communication equipment engineered for the most demanding and dangerous maritime and industrial applications.
About Icom
Icom Incorporated has been a global leader in marine communication since 1954. With over 70 years of innovation in radio technology, Icom is renowned for engineering excellence, rugged reliability, and cutting-edge safety-certified equipment. Trusted by offshore energy operations, petrochemical facilities, professional mariners, coast guards, port authorities, and industrial safety managers worldwide, Icom radios are built to perform in the most demanding and hazardous conditions.
