USCG-approved electronic distress flare and flag
The
ACR ResQFlare Electronic Distress Flare facilitates rescue by emitting the flash characteristic for the International Morse Code for S-O-S. Its high-efficiency electronics allow it to maintain 75 cd peak equivalent fixed intensity for over 20 hours. With its user-replaceable battery power source, the ResQFlare provides years of service while also negating common inconveniences of pyrotechnic flares including their expiry dates and stringent mandatory disposal requirements.
Night and Day Visual Distress Signal
Meeting the requirements of 46 CFR 161.013, the ResQFlare is classified as an approved Night Visual Distress Signal. Given that a Distress Flag, meeting the requirements of 46 CFR 160.072, is included in the package with every ResQFlare, users are also provided with an approved Day Visual Distress Signal (the requirement for carriage of approved day and night visual distress signals can be found in 33 CFR part 175).
Distress Flag
The supplied Distress Flag provides numerous daylight signaling options. The flag can be flown by attaching to the mast or simply hoisting to the highest possible point. It can also be displayed by hand, tied to, and then waved on items such as a boat hook, paddle, or fishing rod, or it can be laid flat on the deck to attract aircraft. The flag should be used only as a day signal and when displayed correctly, the black square should be over the black circle.
The addition of the
ACR ResQFlare Electronic Distress Flare to ACR’s line of boating safety gear provides recreational boaters with a comprehensive distress signaling solution. When paired with an ACR EPIRB or Personal Locator Beacon, rescue personnel not only know where you are within minutes but also have a visual reference light to hone in on from up to 6 miles away.
ResQFlare Benefits vs. Traditional Pyrotechnic Flares:
- No expiration date
- Family safe (no burning flame)
- Easy to operate (so even your kids and first-time boaters can operate it in the event of an emergency)
- No issues with the existing stringent mandatory disposal requirements for pyrotechnic flares (legally considered as hazardous materials)
- Waterproof and Buoyant
- One-time purchase (less cost over the life of the product)
ACR ResQFlare Electronic Distress Flare Features:
- ResQFlare and included Distress Flag, when carried together, qualify as a replacement for the carriage of USCG pyrotechnic flares
- Bright light in all directions (360° visibility)
- Lightweight and compact in size
- Automatically rights itself and floats when in the water (no buoyancy/flotation ring necessary)
- Visible over 6 miles
- User-Replaceable C-Cell Alkaline Batteries (sold separately)
- High intensity LED strobe maintains a minimum peak equivalent fixed intensity of 75 cd for 20 hours or greater (room temperature)
- The operational life of 20 hours is over 3 times longer than the USCG requirement for maintaining peak equivalent fixed intensity of 75 cd
- Durable design: Fire-resistant, Oil-resistant, Fungus-resistant, & Corrosion resistant
- Waterproof (IP67)
- Certified under USCG 161.013 as a Nighttime Visual Distress Signal
- Includes Distress Flag (Certified under USCG 160.072 as Daytime Visual Distress Signal)
ACR ResQFlare Electronic Distress Flare Specifications:
- Battery replacement: Replace Batteries Annually
- Light Source: High Efficiency 0.5W LED (x7)
- Light Colour: White
- Dimension: φ2.36” x 8.07” (φ60 x 205 mm)
- Weight (excluding batteries and flag): 0.3 lbs (135g)
- Function: SOS Distress Signal Light (meets USCG specifications for a Night Visual Distress Signal as required by 33 CFR part 175)
- Light Intensity: ≥75cd (6.2 miles visual distance)
- Operation Time: ≥20 hrs over 75 cd (room temperature)
- Waterproof Level: IP67
- Buoyant: Inherently Buoyant (no buoyancy/flotation ring necessary)
- Storage Temperature: -22°F ～ 149°F (-30℃ ～ 65℃)
- Working Temp.: 30.2°F - 86°F (-1℃ ～ 30℃)
- Activation: Manual
- Warranty: 1 Year
- Environmental Performance: Fire-resistant, Oil-resistant, Mycete-proof, Corrosion-proof, and Waterproof. Meet RoHS and asbestos-free requirements
- Approval: Certified to meet USCG 161.013, CE approval
ACR Daytime Distress Flag Specifications:
- Colour: Orange
- Patterns on Flag: Black Square + Black Circle (distress signal)
- Dimensions (L x W): 35.43” x 35.45” (900 x 900 mm)
- Weight: 0.26 lbs (120 g)
- Storage Temperature: -22°F ～ 149°F (-30℃ ～ 65℃)
- Function: Distress Flag (meets USCG specifications for a Day Visual Distress Signal as required by 33 CFR part 175)
- Operation: Fly the flag by attaching to the mast or simply hoisting to the highest possible point. The flag can be displayed by hand, tied to and then waved on items such as a boat hook, paddle, or fishing rod, or it can be laid flat on the deck to attract aircraft. Should be used as a day signal only and when displayed correctly, the black square should be over the black circle
- Technical Standards: Certified to meet USCG 160.072
