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The all new EXPLORER 510 is the smallest ever EXPLORER BGAN and the ideal combination of performance and portability. The durable magnesium casing and a dust and water resistant design makes the EXPLORER 510 the perfect choice when working off the beaten track, but still dependant on a reliable connection.
Robust Design
The durable magnesium casing and a dust and water resistant design makes the EXPLORER 510 the perfect choice when working off the beaten track, but still dependant on a reliable connection.
Reliable Connectivity
This BGAN Terminal draws from the established EXPLORER legacy, offering the same high-quality materials and manufacturing, but featuring a whole new design direction for this leading series of satellite terminals. Media, government, humanitarian and utility users know that EXPLORER terminals are designed and built to last.
Simple set-up
Once you have pressed the power on button, the Cobham BGAN terminal takes 30 seconds to power up and beeps to a high-pitch tone and direct the front panel with a clear line of sight to the sky. Simply press the power on/off button once, to search and register to the Inmarssat network. Then use your smartphone to manage the device via the EXPLORER Connect app.

Benefits of Using BGAN Services
Portable & Lightweight
Explorer 510 is compact, lightweight, Easy to use & Integrate. Vehicular options available for comms-on-the-move - Most vehicular terminals comprise a roof-mountable antenna and in-car unit.
Reliable & Secure
Fully encrypted and it meets military, government requirements (encryption) and all VPN needs. Reliable - services delivered via L-band network with up to 99.9% Reliability
Global Coverage
BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network) offers Global coverage Internet (except poles) to various of satellite terminals connected to a laptop in remote locations.
Voice
Stay only a voice call away from friends, family or colleagues even when in the remotest of areas.
Tracking
Automated tracking is available on this device meaning contacts back home can follow your journey or you can monitor the movement of your assets.
SMS
Send a message through your device to an email address or SMS number. Not all mobile networks allow you to send text messages to satellite networks and as a result text messaging can be unreliable. Please check with your provider or contact us for further information.
High Speed Data
This unit offers speeds capable of loading basic web pages, email and video. Airtime costs can quickly build up so make sure you setup usage alerts with us to keep on top of your spending.
Cobham Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal Video
Cobham Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal Key Features:
- Portable satellite voice and data communications
- Ultra portable and easy to set up
- Rugged and robust, designed to operate in the most hostile environments
- Designed for use with the Inmarsat BGAN network – operates with all BGAN internet service plans
- High-speed Internet up to 464 Kbps down, 448 Kbps upload
- Voice calling using the Explorer Connect Android and iOS apps
- Optional Ground Control rugged ready case for extra protection in transit
- Connect the optional cellular modem to provide a complete communications hub
- 330 feet WiFi range (100 metres). Excellent for working indoors, or at a distance
- Connects with up to 11 devices (laptops, smartphone, tablets) simultaneously
- Can be on the phone and Internet at the same time
- Operates in very cold or very hot weather at -25°C to +55°C / -13°F to +131°F
- USB port for Ethernet (with included adapter), or recharging port for other devices (1 amp)

Cobham Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal General Specifications:
Dimensions: | 202 / 202 / 51.8 mm |
Weight: | 1.4kg / 3.1 lbs (incl. battery) |
Standard IP: | Up to 464 kbps |
Streaming IP: | 32, 64, 128 kbps |
Standard Voice: | 4 kbps |
Premium Voice | 3.1 kHz audio, 64 kbps |
Text Capabilities - SMS: | 160 Characters |
Inmarsat Frequencies: |
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EIRP | 15.1 dBW ±1dB |
Cobham Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal Interfaces Specifications:
WLAN Access Point | Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
USB host interface Version: | 2.0 (host) |
USB host interface Charging: | Up to 1A |
1 x BGAN SIM-Card slots User Interface |
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Cobham Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal Power Specifications:
DC input range | 10.5-32VDC |
Power consumption | Intelligent Power Management 65W (max.) |
AC/DC power supply Input: | 100-240VAC, 47-63Hz, 50W |
AC/DC power supply Output: | 19VDC |
Cobham Explorer 510 BGAN Terminal Environmental Conditions Specifications:
Temperature Operational (ambient): | -25°C to +55°C / -13°F to +131°F |
Temperature Storage (excl. battery): | -40°C to +80°C / -40°F to +176°F |
Battery storage temperature for 1 month: | -20°C to +60°C / -4°F to +140°F |
Battery storage temperature for 3 month: | -20°C to +45°C / -4°F to +113°F |
Battery storage temperature for 1 year: | -20°C to +20°C / -4°F to +68°F |
Relative Humidity | 95% non-condensing at +40°C/+104°F |
Robustness | 0.5 m/1.64 ft drop on concrete (operational, 95% survival) |
Water and dust | IP-66 Compliant |