Ocean Signal 710S-00607 SafeSea S100 Search and Rescue Transponder (SART)

The Ocean Signal SafeSea S100 is a dedicated Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) designed to assist in the rescue and recovery of liferafts and survival craft. Compliant with IMO SOLAS regulations, this X-Band radar transponder remains in standby mode until automatically activated by a radar sweep from any vessel in the vicinity, then transmits a series of pulses displayed on the ship's radar as a line of dots, providing a precise bearing to the survival craft.

Key Features:

• Superior battery life maintaining performance even at -20°C
• User-replaceable, non-hazardous battery with five-year replacement interval
• Compact size optimized for easy liferaft packing and storage
• Supplied complete with telescopic pole and storage bracket
• Activation controls identical to SafeSea E100 EPIRB for simplified operation
• Meets IMO SOLAS carriage requirements for international voyages

Carriage Requirements:

• Required on all IMO SOLAS vessels on international voyages: one SART for 300-500 GRT vessels, two for vessels over 500 GRT
• One SART per every four liferafts on ro-ro passenger vessels
• Required for most super and mega yachts, especially those covered by MCA code of practice
• Mandated for nationally regulated vessels including fishing vessels, passenger craft, and commercial workboats

The SafeSea S100 SART provides critical visibility for search and rescue operations, ensuring faster location and recovery of survival craft in emergency situations.