{"product_id":"sos-freedom8-shark-deterrent","title":"SOS Freedom8 Shark Deterrent","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"j5e0cj\" data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"881\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFreedom 8 Shark Deterrent\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mrrx32\" data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eProven Electronic Shark Deterrent Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eFreedom 8 Shark Deterrent\u003c\/strong\u003e is the latest generation of personal electronic shark deterrent technology, engineered to significantly reduce the likelihood of close-range shark interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eBuilt on more than \u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e20 years of shark deterrent research and development\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Freedom 8 creates a powerful three-dimensional electrical field around the user. This field disrupts a shark's highly sensitive electroreceptors (Ampullae of Lorenzini), encouraging the animal to turn away without causing injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eWhether you're scuba diving, spearfishing, freediving, snorkelling, surfing or working professionally in the ocean, the Freedom 8 provides an additional layer of confidence while remaining completely non-lethal to marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bldvle\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eWhy Choose the Freedom 8?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e✔ Independently tested shark deterrent technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e✔ Creates a protective electrical field approximately 6 metres in diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e✔ Designed specifically to discourage close-range shark interactions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e✔ Trusted by scuba divers, spearfishers, freedivers, surfers and commercial operators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e✔ Non-lethal technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003e✔ Lightweight and streamlined design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e✔ Pressure rated to 50 metres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e✔ Fast USB charging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e✔ 4-5 hour battery life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003e✔ Approximately 1,000 recharge cycles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e✔ 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1n8dmi2\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eDeveloped Through Science\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eThe Freedom 8 is built around one of the most researched forms of shark deterrent technology available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eSharks locate prey using specialised electroreceptors known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eAmpullae of Lorenzini\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3786\" data-end=\"3789\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vlr3vc\" data-start=\"3791\" data-end=\"3823\"\u003eBuilt For Serious Ocean Users\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3825\" data-end=\"4012\"\u003eWhether you're exploring Tasmania's kelp forests, spearfishing remote reefs or surfing your local break, the Freedom 8 has been engineered for reliability in demanding ocean environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4014\" data-end=\"4171\"\u003eIts robust housing, improved sealing system and streamlined design integrate easily with existing dive equipment without compromising comfort or performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4176\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"4178\" data-end=\"4207\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"124r20h\" 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It simply overwhelms the shark's electroreceptors, encouraging it to turn away naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"y67qyw\" data-start=\"4381\" data-end=\"4402\"\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4404\" data-end=\"4610\"\u003eThe Freedom 8 emits a powerful low-frequency electrical field between two electrodes. As a shark approaches, the field disrupts its ability to interpret electrical signals, triggering an avoidance response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1seba7a\" data-start=\"4612\" data-end=\"4636\"\u003eHow deep can I dive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4638\" data-end=\"4707\"\u003eThe Freedom 8 is pressure tested and rated to \u003cstrong data-start=\"4684\" data-end=\"4707\"\u003e50 metres (164 ft).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1s55fk\" data-start=\"4709\" data-end=\"4744\"\u003eHow long does the battery last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4746\" data-end=\"4814\"\u003eTypically between \u003cstrong data-start=\"4764\" data-end=\"4781\"\u003e4 and 5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on water temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1grg28o\" data-start=\"4816\" data-end=\"4850\"\u003eCan I use it for spearfishing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4852\" data-end=\"4959\"\u003eYes. 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