Ocean Signal - SafeSea S100 SART - 710S-00607

Ocean Signal - SafeSea S100 SART - 710S-00607

The SafeSea S100 Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) is a dedicated radar transponder which complies with IMO SOLAS regulations.

The SeaSafe S100 SART is designed to assist in the rescue and recovery of liferafts and survival craft. When switched on, the SART remains in a standby mode until automatically activated by an X Band Radar sweep from any vessel in the vicinity. The SafeSea S100 transmits a series of pulses which are displayed on the ships Radar as a line of dots, providing a bearing to the survival craft.

The activation controls are identical to those on theSafeSea E100 EPIRB, making use by unskilled operators much easier.

Why should I carry a SART?

A SART is designed to aid the rescue authorities locate you in emergency. Although it is not a primary alerting device, like an EPIRB, it will guide the rescue craft to you by displaying a position and bearing line on the rescue craft's radar.

Features:

• Superior battery life - even at -20C
• User replaceable battery
• Non Hazardous battery
• Five year replacement interval
• Compact size for easy liferaft packing
• Supplied complete with telescopic pole and storage bracket

Carriage requirements

• SARTs are required on all IMO SOLAS vessels on international voyages:-
  • One on 300-500GRT
  • Two if over 500GRT
  • One SART per every four liferafts on ro-ro passenger vessels
• Nationally mandated vessels, including fishing vessels, passenger craft, commercial workboats, etc
• Most Super and Mega yachts are required to carry a SART, especially if covered by the MCA code of practice, which is recognized by many countries
• Voluntary fit vessels will also benefit by carrying a SART

Specifications:

• Frequency: 9.2-9.5GHz
• Operational Life (Hours): 96hrs Standby
• Box Dimensions: 5"H x 5"W x 12"L WT: 1.7 lbs
• UPC: 5060266110047

Owner's Manual (pdf)