Pains Wessex Red hand-held distress signal is designed for short-range use to pinpoint location by day or night. It burns brightly for 60 seconds at an intensity of 15,000 candela. The flare features a unique telescopic handle, making it compact and space-saving when stored in a liferaft or lifeboat. The handle is easily extended, and the flare is activated using a pull-wire mechanism.

When to Use:

• Purpose: To signal distress and pinpoint position by day or night.


• Applications: Commonly used in SOLAS/commercial liferafts and lifeboats, with a typical requirement of 6 handflares per vessel.

Storage Requirements:

• Optimal Storage: In a robust, specially designed polybottle or a dry, easily accessible location at ambient temperature.


• Temperature Range: Store at temperatures between -30°C and 75°C (-22°F to 167°F).

Disposal:

• Important Note: The flare is a hazardous item and should be disposed of responsibly through approved channels in accordance with local regulations.

Specifications:

• Length: 175 mm (6.9 inches)


• Length with Handle Extended: 280 mm (11.0 inches)


• Diameter: 28 mm (1.1 inches)


• Weight: 160 g (5.6 oz)


• Net Explosive Content: 61 g (2.2 oz)


• Operating Temperature Range: -30°C to 65°C (-22°F to 149°F)


• Storage Temperature Range: -30°C to 75°C (-22°F to 167°F)


• Light Color: Red


• Light Intensity: 15,000 candela


• Flare Burn Time (Minimum): 60 seconds


• Ignition Method: Top pull-wire igniter

Packing Details:

• Type: Fibreboard box


• Maximum Quantity Per Pack: 100


• Pack Dimensions: 38 x 25 x 27 cm


• Estimated Gross Weight: 16.9 kg


• Estimated Net Weight: 16 kg (35.3 lbs)


• Net Explosive Content Per Pack: 6.10 kg


• Hazard Class: 1.4G


• UN Number: UN0191 (Signal devices, hand)


• Transport Method: Suitable for transport by road, sea, or cargo aircraft only.

This flare is an essential piece of safety equipment for maritime vessels, ensuring visibility and signaling capabilities in emergency situations.

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