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Burke Automatic Inflatable Life Jacket – 150 N Buoyancy
Burke Automatic Inflatable Life Jacket – 150 N Buoyancy
Hands-Free Automatic Inflatable Life Jacket for Marine Safety
The Burke Automatic Inflatable Life Jacket – 150 N is a reliable personal flotation device (PFD) designed for boaters, anglers, sailors, and outdoor adventurers who want hands-free safety on the water. This automatic PFD activates immediately when submerged in water, giving instant buoyancy in emergency situations — even if the wearer is unconscious or unable to pull a cord manually.
Certified to the Australian Standard AS4758.1 and rated at 150 Newtons of buoyancy, this life jacket delivers essential flotation support while remaining lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear. With features like an adjustable waistband, whistle, and oral inflation backup, it’s a versatile choice for New Zealand’s diverse boating conditions.
Key Features & Benefits
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🔹 Automatic Water-Activated Inflation — Automatically deploys when submerged for hands-free safety, a real advantage in unexpected falls overboard.
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🔹 150 N Buoyancy Rating — Provides trusted flotation support suitable for a wide range of recreational boating and fishing activities.
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🔹 Australian Standard AS4758.1 Approved — Meets recognised marine safety compliance for inflatable PFDs.
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🔹 Backup Oral Inflation Tube — Allows manual top-up or inflation if required after automatic activation.
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🔹 Adjustable Waistband — Customisable fit for comfort and security.
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🔹 Grab Strap & Whistle — Enhances rescue visibility and handling.
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🔹 Lightweight & Comfortable — Easy to wear over long boating days without restricting movement.
Why Choose This Automatic Inflatable Jacket?
Compared with manual inflatable jackets, the Burke Automatic Inflatable Life Jacket gives you extra peace of mind by activating automatically upon water immersion — a critical advantage if you’re unable to activate the device yourself in an emergency. This makes it especially suited for offshore boating, fishing, sailing, and family outings on the water.
The combination of automatic inflation, reliable buoyancy, and comfortable ergonomic design makes this PFD a smart and effective choice for everyday marine safety.
Ideal For
✔ Recreational boating, fishing & sailing
✔ Offshore and coastal water use
✔ Anglers, skippers, and crew members
✔ Watersports and pleasure boating
✔ Anyone wanting hands-free safety on the water
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Inflatable PFD Type | Automatic inflatable life jacket |
| Buoyancy Rating | 150 N |
| Standards Approval | Australian Standard AS4758.1 approved |
| Inflation Mode | Automatic water-activated with backup oral inflation |
| Fit | Adjustable waistband |
| Extras | Grab strap, integrated whistle |
| Suitable For | Body mass 40 kg and above |
| Use | Boating, fishing, sailing and water sports |
Usage & Safety Tips
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Always check the status of the automatic inflator and CO₂ cylinder before use.
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Replace inflation cartridges and service the unit as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Adjust the waistband to ensure a snug and secure fit before heading out on the water.
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The oral inflation tube can be used as a backup or for topping up after automatic deployment.
