Andy135 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Posted March 10, 2020 I'd like to invest in a PLB - clearly I hope never to need to use it, but just in case... can any one recommend a particular make & model? The ACR ResQLink seems to be well marketed, and their replacement offer is tempting. Any others I should consider? Quote
Rob Posted March 10, 2020 Report Posted March 10, 2020 I have ResQLink, never used it, not planning to!!!Rob Tarlach. and Jim 2 Quote
Duncan F (bathclaret) Posted March 10, 2020 Report Posted March 10, 2020 Tbh they are pretty much all the same functionally. Size varies, so find a small one with a long battery replacement interval. I’d be very happy with an ACR or a McMurdo (which is what I use). Andy135 and Jim 2 Quote
Mike Fox Posted March 11, 2020 Report Posted March 11, 2020 Also consider if it's waterproof and can float (even if it needs a "jacket"), and can be readily attached to a lifejacket in a pouch or similar. Some are designed for mountaineers who are unlikely to be stuck in seawater miles offshore, hoping for a lifeboat to find them. Andy135 and 2006holmwood 2 Quote
Rob Posted March 11, 2020 Report Posted March 11, 2020 Do they float? Some do and some don't. If they do they tend to be a bit bigger to host the buoyancy. So mine is in a pouch that gives it buoyancy and it has a lanyard to my LJ just incase.R Jim 1 Quote
Jim Posted March 12, 2020 Report Posted March 12, 2020 I've seen that one Rob. You brought it to a meeting years ago ( I think ) Quote
Coddy Posted March 13, 2020 Report Posted March 13, 2020 Here is a link to Ocean Signal PLB with its specification and accessories that come with it They also show how it is attached to your life jacket to give the best signal https://www.marinesuperstore.com/safety-beacons/plb-ais/ocean-signal-rescueme-plb1-with-gps-plb?utm_source=google_shopping&utm_medium=pcn&utm_term=99354312&utm_campaign=MSS&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3qzzBRDnARIsAECmryrGOfG5uTDRqLn4tuqBpEf3beMtuTDhX5gjHgcTrp0CoAw4SwyCsJUaAp-pEALw_wcB Other sites may show different prices so shop around Brian and Andy135 2 Quote
Jim Posted March 14, 2020 Report Posted March 14, 2020 Thanks Dave I'll probably get a couple of those. Quote
Andy135 Posted March 17, 2020 Author Report Posted March 17, 2020 Thanks all for your input - appreciated. Just ordered the ACR ResQLink. Turns out Force4 are offering a free strobe light with each purchase. Here's hoping I never, ever need to use it... Maverick Martin, Jim, niggle and 1 other 4 Quote
Matt Posted March 18, 2020 Report Posted March 18, 2020 If you do ever need it make sure it's on you not in its packaging in the cuddy... Andy135 and Jim 2 Quote
Coddy Posted March 21, 2020 Report Posted March 21, 2020 Don't forget to register it Here is the link https://www.gov.uk/maritime-safety-weather-and-navigation/register-406-mhz-beacons Andy135 1 Quote
Andy135 Posted March 21, 2020 Author Report Posted March 21, 2020 1 hour ago, Coddy said: Don't forget to register it Here is the link https://www.gov.uk/maritime-safety-weather-and-navigation/register-406-mhz-beacons Yep, registered 👍 Coddy and Maverick Martin 2 Quote
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