Ocean Signal SafeSea S100 SART
The SafeSea S100 Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) is a dedicated radar transponder which complies with IMO SOLAS regulations. Superior battery life – even at -20°C. 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 life rafts 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 recognised by many countries. Voluntary fit vessels will also benefit by carrying a SART.
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 the SafeSea E100 EPIRB, making use by unskilled operators much easier.
