The modern alternative to the traditional
red
hand-held flare has now arrived.
The Laser conforms to EN 60825-1 regulations and is Class 3R. This is not dangerous to the eye with brief accidental exposure. Obviously, it is not recommended to continually look at any bright light source.
There is no disposal hazard with Odeo Flare. it can be disposed of in land fill as normal household waste, and the batteries can be recycled.
Yes, there is no problem posting to either UK or overseas addresses. In fact, we use post as one method of despatching the product.
Yes, it is safe to carry. The airline will probably want you to put it in your hold baggage however.
Yes. It has similar visual characteristics as a conventional flare and a piercing light, but of course it lasts considerably longer: 5 hours in continuous use, longer in used intermittently.
Yes. The design team are yachtsmen and this was one of the first considerations, and of course it is sealed, so it will not be damaged.
The Odeo Flare is supplied with Lithium Iron Disulphide batteries, which are readily available. These batteries have the required shelf life and power capacity and will operate over the temperature range -40°C to +60° C. It's always a good idea to carry a spare set – this will give you an extra 5 hours of continuous use. In an emergency any AA batteries can be used but performance will be degraded.
Yes, it is ok to store it on board, in a garage or shed for example, provided the temperature range is between -40° to +60°F. The Odeo Flare was designed to be stored on board a boat and is built from materials that will not corrode.
Not yet. The Odeo Flare was designed with consideration to SOLAS requirements and we are applying for Type Approval. Until it is granted, coded and commercial vessels must still carry pyrotechnic flares.
The Odeo Flare is supplied with batteries that have a 7 year shelf life. If the batteries are regularly changed with the correct replacements and the flare is carefully stored it will have a near indefinite life.