Odeo Flare (TM) No Heat No Flames No Explosive Compounds

Boat Flares, Distress Flares and Emergency Flares

The Odeo Flare™

The Odeo Flare™ is the new alternative to the traditional red pyrotechnic hand-held distress flare. It is similar in size to traditional flares, but instead of using dangerous explosives to burn, it uses battery powered lasers.

Traditional flares will burn for around 30 seconds before extinguishing: the Odeo Flare™ 'burns' for around 5 hours at full illumination. Because no pyrotechnics are used, the Odeo Flare™ is totally safe when switched off, and because it uses battery power (high power lithium iron-disulphide cells), it can even be safely posted or carried in baggage on flights.

Whilst originally designed for marine use, it's lightweight, safe performance means that it is incredibly useful for any outdoor activity. Mountaineering, skiing, expeditions... now any activity can benefit from the added safety and security of carrying a distress flare - without the unwanted dangers.

The Odeo Flare™ is designed with consideration to SOLAS requirements, making it a genuine alternative to the pyrotechnic red hand held flare. Type Approval is being sought to make it a legal alternative for coded and commercial vessels.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Odeo Flare™

Is the Laser dangerous if looked at?

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.

If it gets damaged how do I dispose of it?

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.

If I buy one as a present, can it be posted?

Yes, there is no problem posting to either UK or overseas addresses.

Can I take it on an aircraft?

Yes, it is safe to carry. The airline will probably want you to put it in your hold baggage however.

Will others know it as a distress flare?

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.

If I drop it overboard will it float?

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.

Will it run on any AA batteries?

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.

Can I leave it on board over winter?

Yes, it is ok to store it on board, in a garage or shed for example, provided the temperature range is between -40°C to +60°C The Odeo Flare was designed to be stored on board a boat and is built from materials that will not corrode.

Is the Odeo Flare accepted under SOLAS regulations as an alternative to the hand held flare?

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.

Does it have an expiry date?

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.

What does Odeo mean?

Omni-directional-electro-optical.

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