OCEAN SIGNAL SafeSea S100 SART

MED/SOLAS approval (corresponding certificate further down the page under "Downloads & Information").

The SafeSea S100 SART Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) ensures that lifeboats or yachts are found more quickly in the event of an emergency at sea. It is switched on manually, which is completely uncomplicated.

When switched on, the SART is in standby mode. The X-band radar of a nearby vessel activates the transponder automatically. The SafeSea S100 transmits a series of pulses, which is displayed on the vessel's radar as a line of dots showing the course to the lifeboat or damaged yacht.

Features:

• Excellent battery life in temperatures from -20° C to +55° C. Minimum 96 hours standby time plus minimum 12 hours operating time
• The battery is not classified as a hazardous material and can be transported safely
• Battery replacement interval: 5 years. The battery can be replaced by the user himself
• Thanks to its compact size, the SART is easy to store, e.g. in the liferaft container or in the crab bag for emergencies
• Length 227 mm, diameter (max.) 65 mm (82 mm)
• A telescopic pole and a storage holder are included in delivery

Search and Rescue Transponders (SART) are mandatory in international shipping:

• One on a vessel between 300 and 500 GRT
• Two on a vessel > 500 GRT
• Minimum one for every four lifeboats on ro-ro passenger vessels
• One on a vessel required to be equipped on national voyages, including fishing vessels, passenger vessels, merchant vessels, etc.

Commercially operated yachts and most super and mega yachts are also required to carry a SART.

Crews of privately operated yachts or traditional vessels also benefit from the added safety of voluntarily carrying a SART.