If you’re on the water at night, a pfd without a light is almost useless.

The last five seasons this little light has been attached to my PFD. This season, it was time for a new one as battery life has expired. The old one still worked, for what it’s worth.  I was able to find one for $35 vs $80 on most websites.

Info via the AquaSpec website:

AQ98

The smallest lifejacket light in the world, the Aquaspec AQ98 is a compact, tamper proof unit that combines both battery and light source in one. Its unique size and shape, combined with ease of attachment, has made the AQ98 the ideal light for fitment within an inflatable lifejacket. Used extensively in both leisure and commercial applications, the AQ98 is also now used by the UK MOD

Approval:

0086/02 – MED 2002/75/EC, IMO MSC 81(70)

USCG 161.112/53/0

NATO No: 6230-99-607-3900

Technical Specifications:

Activation – Auto On/Man Off

Dimensions – 50mm(h) x 25mm(w) x 35mm(d)

Output – 0.75cd

Duration – Min 8hrs

Shelf Life – 5 Years