The FRANCIS FSP 127 (MK V) signalling lantern fulfils the requirements of the SOLAS (1997) Regulations, which states that "all ships of over 150 tons gross tonnage, when engaged on International voyages, shall have onboard an efficient daylight signalling lamp which shall not be solely dependant upon the ship’s main source of electrical power".
The 127mm (5”) handheld signalling light can be used on all vessels, for ship to ship signalling using Morse Code.
The light is of aluminium, lightweight construction and is fully waterproofed.
If desired this unit can be used as a spotlight if the signaling trigger and lamp switch are both left on.
The Francis Signalling Lantern is approved by the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA.)
Approved to the Marine Equipment Directive (MED) 2014/90/EU MED
Specification:
• Capable of maximum daylight signalling range of 8 miles.
• Beam divergence of 5°.
• Transmission rate of 12 words per minute can be achieved.
• Light reduction & coloured filters provide control of light output as required.
• 5.5 metres of supply cable fitted as standard. Stowage Box (Aluminium)
• All aluminium construction fitted with a super purity aluminium parabolic reflector.
• Tubular and V sights are fitted as standard • Handle mounted switch to operate the lantern.
• Signals made by triggering the tubular shutter which interrupts the light from the reflector.
• Semi gloss black stoved enamel paint finish.
Description P/N No. Weight
Complete Lantern kit 24v 3Pin A6133 13 kg
Complete Lantern Kit 12v 3Pin A6134 13 kg
Complete Lantern Kit 24v 2Pin A6146 13 kg
Complete Lantern Kit 12v 2Pin A6147 13 kg
The Complete Kit solution includes:
High quality Polypropylene carrying case with bespoke foam inserts & integrated charging socket, 4 lamps, battery in case, switch mode battery charger, and red /green coloured filter set.
