There are primarily two types of EPIRBs that you should be familiar with: Category 1 EPIRBs and Category 2 EPIRBs. The key difference between Category I and II EPIRBs is the method by which they are deployed. Category I EPIRBs are housed in a bracket that automatically releases the beacon when submerged (usually between 1.5…
There are primarily two types of EPIRBs that you should be familiar with: Category 1 EPIRBs and Category 2 EPIRBs. You must know two further terms before buying an EPIRB: activation and deployment. The activation method is the physical way an EPIRB is turned on so that it can start to signal distress. It can…
There are primarily two types of EPIRBs that you should be familiar with: Category 1 EPIRBs and Category 2 EPIRBs. The deployment of your Cat I EPIRB can occur in two ways: through manual release or via an HRU (Hydrostatic Release Unit). The HRU is designed to automatically release the beacon when submerged in water…
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) are type of emergency beacon critical for maritime safety. They come in mainly two types: Category I and Category II. These beacons play a vital role in locating vessels in distress by sending signals to search and rescue satellites. Types of EPIRB in the Marine Industry EPIRBs are designed…
Having had recent hands-on experience with the EPIRB1, I’ve gathered my thoughts from this firsthand experience with the unit. We collectively have nearly 50 years of maritime experience here at Sailing Savvy. In this detailed breakdown, you’ll gain insight into the compactness and feature-rich technology embedded within one of the best EPIRBs currently on the market. Bottom…
After using the EPIRB1 Pro recently, I’ve put together my thoughts from using the device firsthand. We collectively have nearly 50 years of maritime experience here at Sailing Savvy. In this detailed breakdown, you’ll gain insight into the compactness and feature-rich technology embedded within one of the best EPIRBs currently on the market. Bottom Line The EPIRB1…
A hydrostatic release unit is a critical component in the automatic deployment of a float-free EPIRB. It’s designed to activate based on water pressure at a predetermined activation depth. The HRU releases the EPIRB only when a vessel is sinking, allowing it to reach the surface and transmit a distress signal. This device is essential…
Maintaining your Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is critical to ensure its reliability in an emergency. Regular EPIRB testing and maintenance ensures that when needed, your beacon will function correctly. This means consistently checking that the housing is intact, the battery is in date, and that the device is properly registered and ready to…
An EPIRB operates primarily at the 406 MHz frequency band, which is monitored by the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system and is detectable by satellites globally. The comprehensive coverage and range of this technology ensures that distress signals can be transmitted from anywhere in the world. A secondary frequency, 121.5/243 MHz, acts as a homing signal for…
Typically, EPIRB batteries are designed to last for several years; however, they are only activated when you find yourself in distress. Once activated, your EPIRB is expected to transmit a signal for a minimum of 48 hours, as this window is crucial for search and rescue teams to pinpoint your location and carry out a…