Ocean Signal SafeSea S100 Search & Rescue Transponder
The SafeSea S100 Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) is a dedicated radar transponder that complies with IMO SOLAS regulations. 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.
- 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 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
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 ship’s 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
| Part Number | Frequency Range | Operating Temperature Range | Height | Body Dia. (max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALL-OSS100SART | 9.2-9.5GHz | -20°C to +55°C | 227mm | 65mm (82mm) |
