Ocean Signal rescueME PLB1

Ocean Signal rescueME PLB1 - the worlds' smallest PLB (Personal Locator Beacon)

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). As this is funded by governments there are NO CHARGES to use this service.

When activated the rescueME PLB1 transmits your position and your ID to a Rescue Coordination Center via satellite link. Rescue services nearest to your are promptly notified of your emergency and regularly advised of your current location to assist prompt rescue.

The rescueME PLB1 has an optional flotation pouch** 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.

* Always refer to the manufacturer for specific instructions before installing this product directly to your life jacket.

** To comply with national regulation PLB1 beacons supplied to Australia and New Zealand have a floatation pouch permanently attached

Features:

• 30% smaller (typ) by volume
• Easily fits to lifejacket*
• Retractable Antenna
• 7 Year Battery Life
• 24+ hour operational life
• High brightness strobe light >1candela
• 66 channel GPS receiver
• Unique mounting clip
• Operates on the global Cospas Sarsat rescue system
• Free to use, no subscription charges
• Ocean Signal rescueME PLB1 Product Safety Data Sheet

Specifications:

• 406MHz Satellite Transmitter:
  • Frequency: 406.040MHz
  • Tolerance: ±1kHz 
  • Output Power: 5 Watts (nominal)
  • Stability: 2ppb/100ms
  • Modulation: ±1.1radians (peak)
  • Emission Designator: 16K0G1D
  • Encoding: Bi-phase L
  • Data Rate: 400bps
  • Duration: 520ms
• Low Duty Cycle Strobe Light:
  • Light Type: High intensity LED
  • Output Power: ~1candela
• 121.5MHz Homing Beacon:
  • Frequency: 121.5MHz
  • Stability: ±50ppm
  • Output Power: 25-100mW PERP
  • Modulation: Swept Tone AM
  • Emission Designator: 3K20A3X
  • Modulation Depth: 85-100%
  • Sweep Range: 400Hz-1300Hz
• GPS Receiver:
  • Sensitivity Cold Start: -148dBm
  • Sensitivity Re-acquisition: -163dBm
  • Satellites Channels Tracked: 60
  • GPS Antenna: Microstrip patch
• Battery: 
  • Type: Lithium Primary
  • Chemistry: Manganese Dioxide (LiMnO2)
  • Operational Life: >24hours at -20c
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 77mm
  • Width: 51mm
  • Depth: 32.5mm
  • Weight: 116
• Environmental:
  • Operating Temperature Range: -20c to +55c
  • Storage Temperature Range: -30c to +70c
  • Waterproof: 15m at +20c
  • Drop: 1 metre at -30c
• Standards:
  • Cospas-Sarsat: T.001/T.007
  • ETSI: EN302 152
  • RTCM: SC11010
  • FCC: CFR47 part 95K

​​Please note: Certain Ocean Signal products require to be dispatched via courier due to product restrictions (Electronic Goods) both within the UK and internationally - therefore will not be liable for the Free Delivery Royal Mail policy unfortunately.