Red Handflare
Red Handflare
The Handflare MK8 conforms to SOLAS 74 as amended. Designed to withstand exceptional environmental exposure and to perform reliably even after immersion in water. Featuring a telescopic handle with improved grip, making it very compact for stowage. Easily extended for safe handling and operation by pull wire ignitor. Produces hot red flame for 60 seconds at 15000 candela.
Application
For use day or night the Comet Red Handflare is a short-range distress signal used to pinpoint position. May be carried on ships bridge and six are required to be fitted in ships lifeboats and liferafts.
Specifications
• Length: 175mm (6.9 in)
• Length with handle pulled out: 280mm (11 in)
• Diameter: 28mm (1.1 in)
• Weight Max:176g (6.2 oz)
• Light intensity: 15,000 candela
• Burning time: 60 seconds
• Colour of light: red
• Ignition: pull-wire ignitor
• Net Explosive
Content Max.:
63g (2.22 oz)
Approvals
Conforms to: SOLAS 74 as amended, IMO resolution MSC. 81(70) Part 1, (MED) 96/98/EC, BGV 426.004, BAM –P1-0594, 0589-P1-0617,
USCG and other major maritime authorities worldwide.
- Availability: In Stock
- Brand Comet
- Model: 9162800