A day or night long-range distress signal. 12 may be carried on ships bridge and there is a requirement for 4 in ships lifeboats and liferafts. Also suitable for use in other commercial and recreational boats.
Operation:
- Hold signal firmly by ribbed handle. Unscrew RED bottom cap. Do not point at people or property.
- Hold rocket vertically above head pointing away from body.
- Ensure hands remain clear of top. To fire - pull red ball sharply down.
Storage:
Ideally, stored in the robust, specially designed Polybottle, or in a dry, easily accessed location at ambient temperature.

technical details
Model | PainsWessex Para Red Rocket MK8A |
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Length | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
Diameter at handle | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Diameter | 32 mm (1.25 in) |
Weight Max | 245 g (8.23 oz) |
NEC Max | 92 g (3.25 oz) |
Light intensity | 30,000 candela |
Burning time | 40 seconds |
Colour of light | Red |
Ignition | Pull-wire ignitor |
Altitude | 300 m (985 ft) |
Approvals | Conforms to SOLAS 74 as amended, IMO Resolution 81(70) and 96/98/EC. MED - BGV 425.007, BAM-P2-0059, 0589-P2-0046, USCG and other major maritime authorities world wide. |
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