The Subsalve EFB-500 is an enclosed flotation bag rated to 550 lb (250 kg) of lift. Unlike an open-bottom lift bag, the sealed pillow design holds its air if the bag tips or the load shifts, so it stays predictable while you bring something up.

Commonly used by public safety dive teams for vehicle and evidence recovery, and by commercial divers for controlled lifts around obstructions.

Care and storage

Do not store a lift bag wet. Here is the short version of why, and how to look after one so it lasts.

Lift bags on a real recovery

A sheriff dive team raising a sunken car with lift bags.

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