ACR ELECTRONICS

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As a leading supplier of safety equipment for boaters, West Marine if proud to offer a variety of products manufactured by ACR Electronics. These products are chiefly designed to be used by boaters in distress. Examples include medical emergencies at sea, crew overboard, and crew awaiting rescue in a life raft. Here is a brief overview of ACR products that you can find at West Marine:

ACR EPIRBS and PLBs

In the event of a life-threatening emergency at sea, an ACR EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) is one of the most important devices you can have onboard. When activated, EPIRBs transmit a distress signal that identifies your boat and provides your precise location to search and rescue satellites.

While ACR EPIRBs are for boats, ACR PLBs are for personal use. PLBs are smaller than EPIRBs and when activated have a shorter battery life. Like EPIRBs, they operate on the 406 MHz and 121.5 MHz frequencies and provide the same worldwide coverage. They also require registration to a government database; but rather than being registered to a boat, they are registered to a person, which gives you the ability to take your EPIRB from boat to boat or wherever you wish.

ACR Safety Lights and Distress Flares

ACR's safety lights, including LED distress flares, strobe lights, and personal safety lights, contribute to visibility in low-light conditions. These lights play a crucial role in alerting rescuers to your location, contributing to a swift response in emergency situations.

Summary

ACR Electronics is renowned for its innovative and high-quality survival products. From state-of-the-art PLBs and EPIRBs to safety lights with infrared strobes, ACR's commitment to safety and technological advancements makes them a trusted name in the marine industry.