Quick Summary
The Onyx M-16 Manual Inflatable Belt Pack Life Jacket is a USCG approved inflatable belt pack with manual inflation. It is approved for users 16 years or older and over 80 lbs, and the universal size fits up to a 52″ waist.
The belt pack uses a 16 gram CO2 charge and also includes back-up oral inflation. It is designed to be worn around the waist and has a low-profile format that stores compactly when not in use.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | Manual inflatable belt pack life jacket for worn-around-the-waist flotation use. |
| Approval | USCG approved. |
| Age and weight guidance | Approved for users 16 years or older and over 80 lbs. |
| Size | Universal size fits up to a 52″ waist. |
| Inflation method | Manual pull inflation with back-up oral inflation. |
| CO2 charge | 16 gram CO2 charge. |
| Buoyancy | 17 pounds of buoyancy from the CO2 charge, with oral inflation up to 26.5 pounds. |
| Accessories | Attached D-ring for affixing accessories. |
| Rearming kit | Use Onyx Rearming Kit #1370 for this product. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Fit: The stated universal size fits up to a 52″ waist. Check your waist measurement before choosing an offer.
- Approval and age guidance: This model is USCG approved and approved for users 16 years or older and over 80 lbs.
- Inflation setup: It inflates manually and includes back-up oral inflation, so confirm that this is the style you want.
- Rearming needs: It uses Onyx Rearming Kit #1370 after inflation, so confirm the rearming kit you plan to use.
- Carry and storage style: The low-profile belt pack format is worn around the waist and stows compactly when not in use.
What Else You May Need
Plan for the correct rearming kit after activation. This product uses Onyx Rearming Kit #1370, and buyers who want to try the life jacket before relying on it may want an extra kit on hand.
Before You Decide
Confirm the waist fit, the 16+ and over 80 lbs approval guidance, and whether manual inflation with oral backup matches your needs. Also check that you have the correct Onyx Rearming Kit #1370 for future re-arming.
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