What is a Diving Safety Sausage?

A diving safety sausage, also known as a Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) or signaling tube, is a vital piece of safety equipment for scuba and wreck divers. It is inflated at the surface to make the diver's location highly visible to boats, divemasters, and other surface personnel, enhancing overall safety during dives.

Key Features and Benefits

This closed-end SMB is designed for reliable inflation and durability. It offers a versatile length range, extending from 1.1 meters up to 1.8 meters, ensuring maximum visibility in various water conditions. The closed-end design prevents accidental deflation, while options with or without a valve cater to different inflation preferences and equipment setups.

Ideal Use Cases

Perfect for recreational scuba divers, wreck enthusiasts, and snorkelers who want to ensure their presence is easily detected on the water's surface. Its compact design makes it easy to carry on any dive trip, providing peace of mind and an essential safety layer for any underwater adventure.

Specifications

• Type: Other
• Model Number: SMB

Specifications:

• Model Number: SMB

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is a diving safety sausage used for?

A diving safety sausage (SMB) is used to increase your visibility on the water's surface. It signals your location to boats and dive support, enhancing safety after your dive.

What is the length range of this SMB?

This safety sausage offers an adjustable length, extending from 1.1 meters up to 1.8 meters. This allows for optimal visibility in various sea conditions.

Does this SMB come with a valve?

This SMB is available in configurations both with and without a valve. The option with a valve allows for easier inflation using your regulator or a low-pressure inflator.

Is this SMB suitable for snorkeling?

Yes, this safety sausage is suitable for snorkelers as well as scuba and wreck divers. Its primary function is to make the user visible on the surface.