G36022 Earhook Touch-Free Lapel Microphone
ARC G36 • Touch-Free NFC PTT • Earhook Lapel Mic • Liquid-Proof Bracelet • Healthcare-Ready
The G36022 Earhook Touch-Free Lapel Microphone is the ARC G36 lapel mic paired with an ARC NFC bracelet that lets staff transmit without ever touching a push-to-talk button. Built for sterile, fast-paced environments — medical offices, treatment rooms, dental clinics, and clean rooms — the G36022 keeps communication crystal clear while keeping hands free. Browse it alongside our other commercial two-way radio accessories.
Who It's For
Healthcare and office teams that need quick, quiet, hands-free communication without breaking a sterile workflow. The G36022 uses an earhook wear style; if your team prefers an acoustic eartube instead, see the companion T36022 Eartube Touch-Free Lapel Microphone.
Key Features
Touch-Free NFC PTT
Patented technology lets you transmit without pressing a button — just raise the ARC NFC bracelet toward the mic and speak. The sensor does the work within 1–2 inches.
Sterile & Cross-Contamination-Free
No button to touch means a clean environment is maintained — ideal for healthcare workers moving between treatment rooms.
Liquid-Proof Wireless Bracelet
The ARC NFC bracelet is wireless, requires no power, can be worn under gloves, and is 100% liquid-proof.
Effortless Office-Wide Rollout
No technical knowledge required — it's quick to learn and simple to implement across an entire team, making interoffice communication effortless.
Compatible Radios
The G36022 Earhook Touch-Free Lapel Microphone is designed for use with the Kenwood® ProTalk PKT-23 radio. When you need to transmit, simply move your ARC NFC bracelet up toward the microphone and speak freely — no button press, no fumbling, no interruption to your workflow.
Prefer the eartube style for discreet, in-ear monitoring? The matching T36022 Eartube Touch-Free Lapel Microphone offers the same touch-free NFC technology in a different wear style. Not sure which fits your radios or facility? Contact our Canadian radio experts or call 1-800-984-1534 for help matching accessories to your fleet.
Frequently Asked Questions About the G36022 Earhook Touch-Free Lapel Microphone
• How does the G36022 touch-free microphone work?
The G36022 uses patented ARC NFC technology. Instead of pressing a push-to-talk button, you raise the included ARC NFC bracelet toward the lapel microphone and speak. The sensor in the bracelet activates transmission when held within 1 to 2 inches of the mic, so communication stays completely hands-free.
• What radio does the G36022 work with?
The G36022 Earhook Touch-Free Lapel Microphone is designed for use with the Kenwood® ProTalk PKT-23 radio. If you're unsure whether it fits your current radios, contact our team or call 1-800-984-1534 and we'll confirm compatibility before you order.
• Is the ARC NFC bracelet waterproof and does it need batteries?
The ARC NFC bracelet is wireless and requires no power or batteries. It can be worn comfortably under gloves and is 100% liquid-proof, which makes it well suited to healthcare and other settings where cleanliness matters.
• Why is touch-free communication useful in healthcare offices?
Because there is no button to press, staff can transmit without touching the device, helping maintain a sterile environment and prevent cross-contamination between treatment rooms. It lets teams give instructions, request materials, and coordinate discreetly without time-consuming trips back and forth.
• What's the difference between the G36022 and the T36022?
Both use the same patented ARC touch-free NFC technology and ARC bracelet. The G36022 is the earhook version, while the T36022 Eartube Touch-Free Lapel Microphone uses an acoustic eartube for in-ear audio. Choose based on the wear style your team prefers.
