The Orion Commercial Distress Kit is designed for ocean vessels traveling between 3 and 50 miles from the coastline, as well as Great Lakes vessels traveling more than 3 miles from shore. This kit meets all US Coast Guard regulations, ensuring compliance and safety for commercial vessels operating offshore.
Kit Contents:
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3 Parachute Flares: SOLAS and USCG approved (46 CFR 160.136), with brightness up to 30,000 candela, burn time of up to 40 seconds each, and an altitude of up to 350 meters (1,150 feet).
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6 Red Handheld Signal Flares: USCG approved (46 CFR 160.021) with an eco-friendly formulation containing no perchlorate chemicals. These flares provide a bright signal of up to 950 candela, with a burn time of up to 3 minutes each. Exceeds USCG requirements for brightness and burn time.
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3 Handheld Orange Smoke Flares: USCG approved (46 CFR 160.037), with a burn time of up to 1 minute each for effective daytime signaling.
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Heavy-Duty Dry Box: Constructed from high-visibility orange polypropylene, resistant to corrosion, and designed to protect signal equipment from moisture and environmental damage.
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Orion Safety Manual: Contains essential safety warnings, usage instructions, storage guidelines, and inspection recommendations for Orion signaling devices. It is crucial to read and retain the manual for reference.
Specifications:
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Item Number: 822
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Weight: 11 lbs
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Dimensions: 8.325 x 15.25 x 9.5 inches
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UPC: 077403108220
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Packages Per Carton: 1
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DOT Class: 1.4G UN0403
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Net Explosive Weight: 972.6 grams per kit
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Ex Number: EX2000090116
USCG Approval and Safety Considerations:
All Orion US Coast Guard-approved signals are manufactured and independently tested according to the specifications outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 45, Part 160. Signal performance can be affected by improper storage, so it is important to keep them in a dry, secure location on board. Inspect all signals and launchers annually for damage caused by exposure to moisture or mishandling.
Caution: Flares are extremely flammable. Keep out of reach of children. When not in use, store launchers and signals separately in a safe, secure location. This product is for emergency use only, and it is illegal to ignite distress signals in non-distress situations. Flare launchers and aerial signals are not intended to be used as weapons. Misuse may result in civil or criminal action.
Important Notice: Orion launchers are specifically designed for use with Orion signals only. Using any other brand of signal or shell is dangerous and voids all claims and warranties. The Orion 12-Gauge Launcher is intended for use with Orion 12-Gauge red and white aerial signals and Orion 12-Gauge High-Performance single and twin red aerial signals. The Orion 25MM Launcher, when equipped with an Orion 12-Gauge converter, can also fire Orion 12-Gauge signals.
Storage Recommendations: Always store launchers unloaded. Keep distress signals in a dry, secure area of your boat. Remove signals during extended periods of storage to prevent degradation. Regular inspection is necessary to ensure continued functionality.
Brand: Orion
WARNING: This product MAY expose you to chemicals, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and/or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Backorder Policy: Occasionally, due to demand or supplier delays, some items may be temporarily out of stock or non-stock items. To ensure you can still get the products you need, you can order items even when they're out of stock. Our sales team will update you with the shipping lead time. Once back in stock, we promptly ship your item, and if your order includes both in-stock and backordered items, we may split the shipment. You can cancel your backorder before shipment, and request a refund to original payment method. For any inquiries, contact us at sales@freeportmarine.com.
