The Talos SFD1000R Black Rectangular Lightning Detector with 20ft Cable is your compact safety companion on the water. Built to monitor storms with the precision of expensive weather stations, it helps you decide when to seek safe shelter before lightning becomes a risk.

• Up to 25-mile detection range: Detects lightning activity from a distance that matters on open water.
• Compact, durable design: Black rectangular housing with a long 20ft cable for flexible mounting on boats, jet skis, or kayaks.
• Three color indicators: Green (25 miles), Blue (16 miles), Red (6 miles) visually shows how close a storm is.
• Three audible beeps each time lightning is detected, so you can hear the warning even before you see the LEDs.
• Easy to mount and has a clean look when installed; IP-67 waterproof for marine environments.
• Low power consumption for prolonged use without draining your battery.
• Model 1516 with reliable sensing technology used in professional weather systems.

When lightning is first detected (up to 25 miles), the detector flashes all 8 LEDs for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, it switches to blinking every other LED for the remainder of the detection period, with color-coded LEDs indicating the distance to the storm (green, blue, or red). This clear visual cue, combined with audible alerts, gives you time to take appropriate precautions and change course if needed.

Why choose Talos on the water

Whether you’re cruising, fishing, or exploring, the TALOS lightning detector helps you stay aware of potentially dangerous weather. It’s designed to be unobtrusive on board, yet highly effective at monitoring lightning activity within a wide radius, keeping you safer on every water adventure.