Boat Distress Beacon
The distress beacon: the accessory that counts
Distress beacons come in two categories: PLB beacons and EPIRB beacons. The first are distress beacons intended to emit a signal in the event of a shipwreck, while the second is a personal emergency beacon useful if a man, passenger or navigator goes overboard, for example. the user. In return, the beacon must be registered with the national rescue authorities. The quality of the information given when registering the beacon will improve the quality of the rescue.
EPIRB distress beacon or PLB distress beacon?
An EPIRB boat distress beacon is mandatory safety equipment in offshore navigation. It sends an emergency signal in the event of a shipwreck. The signal is sent automatically upon contact with water thanks to its hydrostatic width, but it can also be triggered manually. Emergency services will then be alerted.
Each beacon being linked to a boat by its MMSI number, rescue will be made easier. Technically, an epirb distress beacon will emit waves to satellites on a 406 MHz frequency on the cospas sarsat network which deploys the units, but also on the 121.5 MHz radio frequency to communicate directly with the emergency services in intervention.
You can find EPIRB beacons with position GPS. It will allow you to locate your beacon much better by emergency services. The price is not greatly impacted but it will have a real impact on the speed of emergency response. EPIRB beacons can also be equipped with AIS technology which makes it easier for emergency services and surrounding boats equipped with an AIS receiver to locate their position. This will greatly increase the chances of a rescue.
The PLB beacon is optional safety equipment and its triggering is manual. It is not attached to a boat, but must be registered with the authorities. The plb distress beacon is not approved (but can be programmed with an mmsi code) for navigation more than 60 NM from a shelter. It is very compact and the ideal is to store it in a floating cover so as not to see it sink if you fall into the water. The plb beacon generally has an integrated GPS signal making it easier to locate.
Which distress beacon should you choose?
We offer you a wide choice of PLB AND EPIRB tags.
The most efficient distress beacon is the. It has a 72-channel multi-GNSS receiver (GPS, Galileo and GLONASS) for very precise localization. It also has an AIS device on board to complete this location. You can buy the beacon alone or with its storage container and automatic triggering. The lifespan of this epirb ais Kannad distress beacon is 10 years. As its price indicates, this is an extremely high-performance product with free delivery available. This distress beacon is available in two other models, one without AIS and the second without a multi-channel receiver or AIS.
For an EPIRB distress beacon at a more affordable price, thewill suit you perfectly. It is smaller than the Kannad beacons, but does not have AIS. A GPS position system is however integrated.
If you want a very compact PLB beacon, the is a must-have. Only 7.5 cm long with a fold-out antenna. It offers a battery life of 7 years with an operating time of more than 24 hours after activation. It integrates a location system via cospas sarsat satellite on the 406 MHz frequency, 121.5 MHz radio signal, a multi-channel GPS system (66) and a visual indication with flashing light.
The is a beacon integrating both GPS and AIS location. It also adopts a manual trigger system.
Finally, the is a PLB beacon operating on the 406 frequency MHz on the Cospas Sarsat network and 121.5 MHz.
Distress beacons on our Nautisports online store
At Nautisports, we offer the best prices for your beacons before you go sailing at sea. Consult our dedicated category and find each product mentioned above, including products from the kannad and ocean signal brands.We offer you delivery to a collection point from 150€ of purchase, whether for accessories, textiles, tags, etc. The price of the latter should therefore allow you to benefit from it. Otherwise, do not hesitate to complete your basket with other accessories to benefit from free delivery.
Filter
Shopping Options
