Ocean Signal EPIRB1-PRO EPIRB Cat 1 Class 2

The Ocean Signal EPIRB1-PRO EPIRB Cat 1 Class 2 is the emergency beacon every serious mariner should have aboard. Whether you're running offshore for tuna, anchored in remote waters, or caught in an unexpected storm, this personal locator beacon transmits your position directly to international search and rescue authorities within minutes. Weighing just 3.42 pounds, it's compact enough to stow in a grab bag yet rugged enough to survive the harshest marine environments. For anglers, boaters, and commercial operators, an EPIRB isn't optional—it's the difference between a bad day and a tragedy.

Ocean Signal engineered the EPIRB1-PRO to meet Category 1 specifications, meaning it floats upright and automatically activates when immersed in saltwater—critical when you're incapacitated or abandoning vessel. The Class 2 designation confirms full compliance with international maritime safety standards, operating on the 406 MHz distress frequency monitored globally by the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system. This beacon includes both GPS positioning for precise location and a backup 121.5 MHz homing signal to guide rescuers to your exact location. The dual-frequency architecture ensures rescue coordination centers and rescue vessels can locate you even in poor satellite coverage or severe weather conditions.

Offshore fishermen, liveaboard cruisers, and charter captains operating beyond the reach of cellular networks rely on beacons like the EPIRB1-PRO as their primary distress tool. If you're running the Gulf Stream, headed to the Bahamas, or working deep-water grounds miles from the coast, this beacon is your lifeline. Registration is mandatory and free through NOAA, allowing rescue authorities to contact your emergency contacts immediately upon activation. Install it in your grab bag, bridge locker, or life raft, and check the battery status annually to ensure readiness when it matters most.