Signaling & Safety Equipment
There are many different aspects to safety afloat, including having the necessary tools to deal with emergencies when they happen, and being able to call for help when all else fails
McMurdo Personal Locator Beacon
Locator Beacon The McMurdo Fast Find 220 personal locator beacon measures just over 4in long and weighs less than 6 ounces, but is still waterproof to a depth of 30 feet and transmits for a minimum of 24 hours in a distress situation. In addition to its 406 MHz signal, which contacts rescuers from anywhere in the world via the COSPAS SARSAT satellite system, the Fast Find 220 also transmits a 121.5 MHz homing signal to help SAR teams pinpoint a victim’s exact location. Other features include a flotation pouch and an LED flashlight to assist with rescues in limited visibility. $299. McMurdo, mcmurdomarine.com |
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Floating VHF Radios
Radio Receivers
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rescueME PLB1
PLB Transmitter
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Sailfuse
The Weakest Link
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Sta-Plug Form-Fitting Emergency Plugs
Plug it Up
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Odeo Flare
Laser Flare
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Kannad Marine r10 SRS
Safety First
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ResQLink Distress Beacon
ACR Resqlink All sailors should have a PLB onboard in case of an emergency, and the ResQLink distress beacon is smaller and lighter than even before, making it convenient to carry and store. The unit weighs just 4.6oz and is 3.9in tall. But don’t let its small size fool you. The ResQLink packs a powerful punch—the ResQLink is bright yellow, made of engineered polycarbonate blend, waterproof (and comes with an optional flotation pouch) and exceeds the minimum requirement operational life of 24hrs in -20°F weather. Once you have it, you won’t want to leave the dock without it. From $259. ACR, acrartex.com |
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