Globalstar Accessories

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Globalstar GSP-1700 handset in a vehicle cradle with its coiled vehicle charger and a magnetic helix antenna on the roof, rural road ahead.

Accessories

Globalstar GSP-1700 Accessories: Battery, Chargers, Antennas, Cases

The complete Globalstar 1700 series in one place. Every part here fits the GSP-1700 handset, and the same 1700 accessories fit the SPOT Global Phone.

Who this page is for

You own a Globalstar GSP-1700 or a SPOT Global Phone and you want it to keep working. That is the whole brief. The GSP-1700 is a compact handset for the Globalstar network, and its accessory line is small, tidy and entirely part numbered: every item here begins with G and ends in 1700, and all of them fit both handsets.

The order to buy in is the same as any satellite phone. A spare GPB-1700 battery first, because it is rated for up to 4 hours of talk and 36 hours of standby and that is a long weekend at best. Then the GVC-1700 vehicle charger if your kit did not include one. Then the magnetic antenna if you will call from inside a vehicle, and a case.

This is not the page for Globalstar Sat-Fi2 hotspot parts beyond the two antennas, and it is not the page for SPOT trackers; those live under Satellite Trackers. If you have an Iridium, IsatPhone or ICOM handset, the links at the bottom take you to the right accessories.

GSP-1700 battery and chargers

The GPB-1700 has built in protection against overcharging and short circuit. The GAC-1700 charges a loose battery while powering the phone at the same time.

GSP-1700 antennas and the car kit

Both magnetic antennas are spares for the GIK-1700 car kit and also fit the Globalstar Sat-Fi2. Globalstar now recommends the helix version for better reception.

GSP-1700 cases, pouch and headset

The rugged case is fitted leather with a removable belt clip. The nylon options are lighter for a pack or a glovebox.

How Globalstar 1700 charging works

Three parts, and they chain together.

1

GWC-1700 wall charger

The AC charger that came with the phone, sold with its cable. If only the North American cord is missing, the replacement AC wall charger cord is the smaller fix.

2

GVC-1700 vehicle charger

A 12 V charger with a 6 foot coil cord, a user replaceable 1600 mA fuse and 1500 mA output. It runs the phone on a drive, but it does nothing for signal inside the vehicle; that is what the antenna is for.

3

GAC-1700 auxiliary battery charger

A cradle that charges a GPB-1700 outside the phone while passing power through to the handset, so both fill at once. It has no power supply of its own and must be fed by either the GWC-1700 or the GVC-1700. Buy it with a second battery and you have a rotation.

4

Cold weather

The GPB-1700 is rated to operate from minus 20 to plus 50 degrees Celsius and the GAC-1700 from 0 to plus 50. Charge indoors or in the cab, not on the tailgate in January.

GAT-17HX helix vs GAT-17MP patch antenna

Same mount, same job, different element.

GAT-17HX magnetic helixGAT-17MP magnetic patch
ElementHelixFlat patch
MountMagneticMagnetic
FitsGIK-1700 car kit, Sat-Fi2, SPOT Global PhoneGIK-1700 car kit, Sat-Fi2
Globalstar guidanceNow recommended for better receptionEarlier design; still supported
Choose it whenBuying new, or replacing a patch that struggles in hilly countryMatching an existing patch install

Compatibility and the recommendation are from the satmodo.com product pages. Cable length is not stated on either listing; call (800) 279-2366 and we will confirm before you order.

Using the GSP-1700 in a vehicle: cradle, antenna and privacy handset

The GSP-1700 vehicle setup is built around the GIK-1700 installation kit, a cradle that holds the phone, charges it and connects the roof antenna. The GAT-17HX or GAT-17MP is the antenna for that cradle. The GPH-1700 privacy handset plugs into the cradle so a call in a cab full of people is not on speaker; it is plug and play and works only with the phone in the GIK-1700.

We do not currently list the GIK-1700 cradle itself, so if you need the full car kit rather than the spares, call and ask. Without the cradle, the two antennas are still the right spares for a Sat-Fi2.

For data, the GDK-1700 data kit is a 48 inch USB cable that connects the GSP-1700 to a computer's USB Type A port for email and private data services over the Globalstar network. It is a narrowband link for messages, not a way to browse. For real satellite internet, see Satellite Internet.

Interior of a pickup with a satellite handset in a dash cradle, coiled charger cable, and a corded privacy handset on the console.

What to order with a GSP-1700 or SPOT Global Phone

A complete kit from this page.

A second GPB-1700 battery.
The GAC-1700 auxiliary charger so the spare charges while the phone is in use.
The GVC-1700 vehicle charger if your kit lacks one.
The GAT-17HX helix antenna if the phone rides in a vehicle with a GIK-1700 cradle or you run a Sat-Fi2.
The GRC-1700 rugged case for daily carry.
The GHB-1700 headset so the antenna stays upright while you talk.
A Globalstar airtime plan; see Plans or call (800) 279-2366.

Looking for the GSP-1700 handset itself?

We can advise on Globalstar handsets, airtime and whether a GSP-1700 or a different network suits where you travel. Coverage matters more than brand.

Call (800) 279-2366

Keep reading

Frequently asked questions

Do Globalstar 1700 accessories fit the SPOT Global Phone?
Yes. The satmodo.com listing for the GAT-17HX states that all Globalstar 1700 accessories are compatible with the SPOT Global Phone. That covers the battery, chargers, cases, headset, antennas and the data kit on this page.
How long does the Globalstar GSP-1700 battery last?
The GPB-1700 is a 2500 mAh Li-ion pack rated for up to 4 hours of talk and 36 hours of standby, with built in protection against overcharging and short circuit. Cold and poor signal both shorten that, which is why a second battery is the first thing to add.
Can I charge a spare Globalstar battery outside the phone?
Yes, with the GAC-1700 auxiliary battery charger. It charges a GPB-1700 in its cradle while passing power through to the handset, so both charge together. It has no power supply of its own and must be connected to either the GWC-1700 wall charger or the GVC-1700 vehicle charger.
Which Globalstar antenna should I buy, helix or patch?
The GAT-17HX magnetic helix. Globalstar now recommends the helix version for better reception, and it fits the same GIK-1700 car kit and Sat-Fi2 as the GAT-17MP patch. Buy the patch only if you are matching an existing installation.
Can I use the GSP-1700 inside my vehicle?
Only with the GIK-1700 car kit cradle and a roof antenna, because the roof blocks the satellite signal. The GAT-17HX or GAT-17MP is the antenna for that cradle, and the GPH-1700 privacy handset plugs into it for private calls. The GVC-1700 vehicle charger alone keeps the phone powered but does not help the signal.
What does the GDK-1700 data kit do?
It is a 48 inch USB cable that connects the GSP-1700 to a computer's USB Type A port so you can send and receive email and use private data services over the Globalstar network. It is a slow, narrowband connection for messages, not web browsing. For satellite internet, see the Satellite Internet section.
What is the difference between the GRC-1700, GNC-1700 and GNP-1700?
The GRC-1700 is a fitted leather rugged carrying case with a removable belt clip, for daily carry. The GNC-1700 is a nylon carrying case and the GNP-1700 is a nylon pouch; both are lighter alternatives for a pack or a glovebox. None of them are hard cases; for transport, see the T5000 and SE-300 hard cases on the Iridium accessories page, which fit any handset.
Do you sell the Globalstar GSP-1700 handset?
Not at the moment. The Globalstar satellite phones category on satmodo.com currently has no listings, so this page serves existing GSP-1700 and SPOT Global Phone owners. Call (800) 279-2366 to ask about handset availability or to compare Globalstar with Iridium and Inmarsat coverage for where you travel.
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Globalstar GDK-1700 Data Kit
$26.95
Globalstar GPH-1700 Privacy Handset
$29.99
Globalstar GNP-1700 Nylon Pouch
$39.95
Globalstar GWC-1700 Wall Charger
$39.95
Globalstar GVC-1700 Vehicle Charger
$39.95
Globalstar GNC-1700 Nylon Case
$47.95
Globalstar GRC-1700 Rugged Carrying Case
$49.95
Globalstar GPB-1700 Lithium Ion Battery
$69.95
Globalstar GHB-1700 Headset theBoom
$199.99

Don't let a frayed cable or a depleted battery compromise your safety. By equipping yourself with genuine Globalstar accessories, you protect your hardware and ensure peak performance from your satellite network. Satmodo makes it easy to find everything from rugged carrying cases to specialized docking stations, ensuring your communication setup is as resilient as the environment you’re working in.

FAQs:

  • Will using non-genuine batteries void my Globalstar warranty? Yes, using unapproved third-party batteries can damage your device and may void your manufacturer's warranty.
  • Can I charge my Globalstar phone in my car? Absolutely. We offer specialized DC vehicle adapters designed specifically for Globalstar handsets to ensure safe and rapid charging.

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