PIEPS – synonym for avalanche transceivers. We have the right avalanche beacon for everyone.
Ski Touring, Freeriding, Snowshoeing – Stay Safe with a PIEPS Avalanche Beacon
An avalanche beacon (avalanche transceiver) is an essential safety tool for anyone venturing into snow-covered mountain regions – whether for ski touring, freeriding, or snowshoeing. In an emergency, it can save lives by enabling a quick search and rescue of buried individuals. To use an avalanche beacon effectively, it is crucial to practice regularly and participate in avalanche safety training sessions.
What is an Avalanche Beacon?
An avalanche beacon is an electronic search tool with two primary functions:
- Transmit Mode: In normal operation, the device continuously sends out a signal.
- Search Mode: In the event of an avalanche, the beacon can be switched to receive signals from other devices, helping to locate buried individuals.
Why is an Avalanche Beacon Essential?
In an avalanche situation, every second counts. Survival chances are highest within the first 15 minutes – an avalanche beacon helps rescuers use this critical window efficiently to pinpoint the location of those buried.
How Does an Avalanche Beacon Work?
Avalanche beacons operate on a standardized frequency of 457 kHz, ensuring compatibility between different models and brands. Modern beacons also offer advanced features such as:
✔ Interference Protection (IPS technology) for reliable signal transmission
✔ Marking functions for better coordination in multi-burial scenarios
✔ Automatic switch-back to transmit mode in case of a secondary avalanche
✔ Intuitive user interface for quick and easy operation
Safety Through Regular Training
An avalanche beacon can only save lives if used correctly. However, it must always be combined with an avalanche shovel and probe to enable an effective and rapid rescue. Regular practice in realistic conditions is essential.
Our Avalanche Beacons – Safety for Every Adventure
At PIEPS, we offer a wide range of cutting-edge avalanche beacons for both beginners and professionals. Our models stand out for:
✅ Top performance – Experts rely on the precision of PIEPS avalanche beacons
✅ Highly accurate search technology for maximum safety
✅ Robust design built for extreme mountain conditions
Make Safety a Priority!
An avalanche beacon, along with a probe and shovel, is mandatory for every winter tour. Explore the latest models at PIEPS and ensure maximum safety for your alpine adventures!
AVALANCHE BEACONS (ARCHIVE)
Click here for an overview of our past avalanche beacons, since the “BT” line.
AVALANCHE BEACONS IN A COMPARISON
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| AVALANCHE BEACON | PRO IPS | MICRO BT SENSOR | MICRO BT RACE | MICRO BT BUTTON | PRO BT | POWDER BT |
| Maximum range (m) | 70 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 60 | 60 |
| Search strip width (m) | 80 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 60 | 60 |
| Dimensions (mm, LxBxH) | 120 x 75 x 24 | 106 x 74 x 20 | 106 x 74 x 20 | 106 x 74 x 20 | 118 x 76 x 29 | 118 x 76 x 29 |
| Weight (g, incl. batteries) | 212 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 230 | 230 |
| Power supply | 3 Batteries (AAA) | AA battery | AA battery | AA battery | 3 Batteries (AAA) | 3 Batteries (AAA) |
| Battery life (min. h) | 600 Alkaline,800 Lithium | 200 | 200 | 200 | 600 | 300 |
| Receive frequency (kHz) | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 |
| Transmit frequency (kHz) | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 |
| Temperature range | -20°C bis +45°C | -20°C bis +45°C | -20°C bis +45°C | -20°C bis +45°C | -20°C bis +45°C | -20°C bis +45°C |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Update to latest firmware | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Latest Firmware Version | 1.2 | – | – | – | 2.5 | 2.6 |
