Andy135 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 I have ResQLink, never used it, not planning to!!!Rob Tarlach. and Jim 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan F (bathclaret) Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share 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). Jim and Andy135 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Fox Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 Do they float? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 12, 2020 Report Share Posted March 12, 2020 I've seen that one Rob. You brought it to a meeting years ago ( I think ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coddy Posted March 13, 2020 Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted March 14, 2020 Report Share Posted March 14, 2020 Thanks Dave I'll probably get a couple of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted March 17, 2020 Author Report Share 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... niggle, Jim, Maverick Martin and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 18, 2020 Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coddy Posted March 21, 2020 Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted March 21, 2020 Author Report Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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