Skookum Works

BC Communications is proud to endorse Skookum Works. Skookum Works creates radio and accessory guards that come in Motorola compatible configurations. The Hot Mic and the Knob Blocker are two highly recommended accessories for your Motorola radio.

Visit them at www.skookumworks.ca

The Hot Mic

SkookumWorks Hot Mic - BC Communications

From Skookum Works:

Why we made the Hot Mic

Our founder is a member of our local Squamish Search and Rescue team. The idea came after noticing how often the speaker mic is keyed by accident by various members of the team. This can be a common issue, especially for people who wear a lot of bulky gear such as backpacks and winter clothing. Blocking transmission for others by accidentally pushing your PTT button can be safety concern, as well as annoying for others, not to mention potentially embarrassing for you.

Not wanting to be unsuspecting “Hot Mic” on the crew, he created a Push to Talk button guard for the speaker mic. The Hot Mic prevents accidental pressing of the PTT button on a speaker
mic. Designed for Industries that use two-way portable radios and speaker microphones: emergency responders (police, fire, paramedics, search and rescue), security, ski patrol, manufacturing, utility companies, forestry, transportation and hospitality.

Compatible speaker microphone models

  • Motorola PMMN4073A, PMMN4073AL
  • Motorola PMMN4025AL, PMMN4025AL
  • Motorola PMMN4069A, PMMN4069A
  • Motorola PMMN4071A, PMMN4071AL
  • Motorola PMMN4062A, PMMN4062AL
  • Icom PRSM-HD3
  • Icom PRSM-HD3-WP
  • May fit other Motorola Speaker Mic models but cannot be guaranteed
  • Other models coming soon. Be the first to know about new additions by signing up for the Skookum Works Newsletter 

Product features

  • Prevents accidentally pressing the Push to Talk button and blocking radio communication on the channel
  • Prevents embarrassment from being “The Hot Mic”
  • Still allows for easily pressing PTT button when needed
  • Easy to attach and remove
  • Available black

    Version 1.3

    • Release Date – Jan 6, 2024
    • What’s New - Choice of Material - Our Hot Mics are now made with TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethane).
    • What’s fixed - Using TPU instead of PETG allows the Hot Mic to easily flex over your speaker mic, then return to its original state to provide a snug fit. We take our customers feedback seriously. After hearing a few Hot Mics developed cracks when installing and removing them, we tested several new materials and landed on TPU. The inspiration for TPU came from our ski boots, which use flexible plastic to allow for your foot to slip on easily, then returns to its original form to provide the rigidity you need for top performance.
    • What’s improved - Rounded edges, minor fit changes, only available in black

      Material

      We use TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethane) a thermoplastic material for 3D printing The Hot Mic. TPU has high wear resistance and resilience. It also offers good compression, and durability. TPU has superior tear strength, high elasticity and is resistance to water, oil, grease, fuel, solvent, chemicals and elevated temperatures. It is easily washed and sterilized. And TPU recyclable.

      Guarantee

      We design, test and 3D print all our products. We want to share the solutions we have created with people who experience the same problem, and we guarantee everything we make. If you are not satisfied with our product when you receive it, or if our product doesn’t perform the way it should, please contact us so we can make it right.

       

      The Knob Blocker

      From Skookum Works:

      Why we made The Knob Blocker

      Our founder is a member of our local Squamish Search and Rescue team. The
      idea came after hanging under the long line of a helicopter and having
      accidentally bumped the volume down to the lowest setting on his radio. This
      resulted in not being able to hear anything without realizing it, which was a
      serious safety concern.

      Designed for

      Industries that use two-way portable radios: emergency responders (police, fire,
      paramedics, search and rescue), security, ski patrol, manufacturing, utility
      companies, forestry, transportation and hospitality.


      Compatible 2-Way Radio Models

      Product Features

      • Prevents accidentally changing channels and lowering of volume
      • Prevents accidentally bumping radio power on in a pack
      • Still allows for knob manipulation with additional effort
      • Attaches via friction fit on antenna
      • Available in hi-vis, red or black (custom colors available upon request)

      NOTE: Only compatible with OEM antennas

      Version 1.4

      • Release Date – Feb 20, 2024
      • What’s New - channel guard height lowered
      • What’s fixed - We made the channel knob easier to adjust while using our Knob Blocker. On previous versions of our Knob Blocker, the guard covered the full front of the channel knob. We reduced the height of the channel knob guard, so it is easier to manipulate and change channels.
      • What’s improved – By lowering the guard in front of the channel knob, we made the channel knob easier to adjust while using our Knob Blocker. The entire top portion of the channel knob is now easily accessible to grasp with your fingers.
      • Previous Update - Jan 6, 2024 The Knob Blocker Version 1.3 - Release Notes

        Material

        We use PETG (Polyethylene terephaphthalate Glycol), a thermoplastic material for 3D printing The Knob Blocker. PETG is one of the most popular filaments for 3D prints because it has high impact strength, durability , resistance to water intrusion and good printability offering excellent layer adhesion. PETG is a food-safe material and is recyclable.


        Guarantee

        We design, test and 3D print all our products. We want to share the solutions we
        have created with people who experience the same problem, and we guarantee
        everything we make. If you are not satisfied with our product when you receive it,
        or if our product doesn’t perform the way it should, please contact us so we can
        make it right.

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