Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) are very much like EPIRBs and operate in the same manner, but should be considered an additional safety item and not a replacement for an EPIRB. An ideal device for back country hiking where mobile reception is limited or for wearing with a life jacket for use if the wearer is separated from their vessel.
PLBs are a much smaller devices than EPIRBs and, as a result have a shorter battery life.
Ocean Signal RescueMe PLB1
- 30% smaller (typ) by volume
- Easily fits to lifejacket*
- Retractable Antenna
- 7 Year Battery Life
- 7 year warranty
- 24+ hour operational life
- High brightness strobe light
- 66 channel GPS receiver
- Unique mounting clip
- Operates on the global COSPAS-SARSAT rescue system
- Supplied with free flotation pouch
Wherever you are, at sea, on land, the RescueME PLB1 provides the reassurance that global emergency services can be alerted by the press of a button.
The RescueMe PLB1 can be operated with a single hand in even the most challenging situations. A simple spring loaded flap covers the activation button preventing inadvertent use.
RescueME PLB1 works with the only officially recognised worldwide dedicated search and rescue satellite network (operated by COSPAS-SARSAT).
When activated the RescueME PLB1 transmits your position and your ID to a Rescue Coordination Center via satellite link. Rescue services nearest to you are promptly notified of your emergency and regularly advised of your current location to assist prompt rescue.
The RescueME PLB1 is provided with a flotation pouch to fit the PLB into to enable it to float. Please note that the PLB will not float in an operating position in the pouch. Please ensure the PLB is firmly attached to the pouch with the provided lanyard, using suitable self-locking knots.