The pull wire ignitor and improved grip provides easy handling. Ejecting a red Flare suspended on a parachute at 300m (1000ft), burning for 40 seconds at 30,000 candela.

The Comet Red Parachute Signal Rocket conforms to SOLAS 74/88 as amended.

Designed to withstand exceptional environmental exposure and to perform reliably even after immersion in water, the pull wire ignitor and improved grip provides easy handling.

Ejecting a red Flare suspended on a parachute at 300m (1000ft), burning for 40 seconds at 30,000 candela.

The long-range distress signal can be used at day or night. May be carried on the ship’s bridge and is a requirement in ship’s Lifeboats and Liferafts.

Application:

A day or night long-range distress signal. May be carried on the ship’s bridge and is a requirement in ship’s Lifeboats and Liferafts, also suitable for use in other commercial and recreational boats.

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Storage:

Ideally, should be stored in the robust, specially designed Polybottle, or in a dry, easily accessed location at ambient temperature.

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Operation:

1. Hold signal firmly by ribbed handle. Unscrew RED bottom cap. Do not point at people or property.
2. Hold rocket vertically above head pointing away from body.
3. Ensure hands remain clear of top. To fire - pull red ball sharply down.

Specifications:

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Length: 295 mm
Diameter at handle: 38 mm
Diameter: 32 mm
Weight: 235g
Net Explosive Cont: 84g
Light intensity: 30,000 candela
Burning time: 40 seconds
Colour of light: red
Ignition: pull-wire ignitor
Altitude: 300 m
Approvals: SOLAS 74/88, IMO Resolution 96/98/EC. SBG 425.005 and USCG