{"product_id":"sentinel-ocean-systems-freedom8-shark-deterrent","title":"Freedom8 Shark Deterrent","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSentinel Ocean Systems Freedom8 Shark Deterrent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-NEW VERSION ARRIVING EARLY OCT 2026 - To be notified as soon as stock arrives please click the Favourite button above. Or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/longreefsurf.com.au\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for latest shipping date.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for divers, snorkellers, spearfishers, ocean swimmers, marine professionals, paddleboarders and other ocean users, the Sentinel Ocean Systems Freedom8 is a personal electronic shark deterrent developed to provide an additional level of protection while you're in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe technology behind the Freedom8 has been developed and refined over more than two decades and independently evaluated by leading shark researchers and universities. Testing across multiple shark species has demonstrated a measurable reduction in close-range interactions and bite probability when the technology is active.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing electronic deterrent technology, the Freedom8 generates a powerful electrical pulse field through its trailing antenna. When a shark approaches the active field, it produces an aversive response designed to encourage the shark to turn away before making contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith up to 6 hours of rechargeable battery life, a 50-metre operating depth, and a real-time LED battery indicator, the Freedom8 is built to accompany a wide range of ocean activities. The technology is non-lethal and designed to deter sharks without harming sharks or other marine life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed by professionals including the Australian and US navies, the Freedom8 combines science-backed technology with a portable personal system for those who work, explore, and spend extended time in the ocean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScience-Backed Electronic Deterrent Technology:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Independently tested technology developed and refined over more than two decades, with research published in multiple peer-reviewed scientific journals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical Pulse Field:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generates a powerful electrical field through the trailing antenna, designed to produce an aversive response in an approaching shark and encourage it to turn away.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-Lethal Deterrent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to deter sharks without harming sharks or other marine life.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 6 Hours Battery Life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 6 hours of operation for extended time in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLED Battery Indicator:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Real-time status indicator allows you to monitor the unit's battery during operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50m Operating Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rated for use down to 50 metres \/ 164 feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Ocean Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for swimmers, snorkellers, surfers, divers, spearfishers, marine professionals, and a wide range of other ocean activities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrusted by Professionals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Electronic deterrent technology used by the Australian and US navies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Personal Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to travel with the user and provide an additional level of protection across different ocean activities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Weighs approximately 1,330g.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Freedom 8 Unit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Charger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Quick Start Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick QR Codes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Freedom8 is designed to reduce the risk of shark interaction and provide an additional layer of personal protection in the ocean. 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