SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light vs Light & Smoke Signal

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The ACR Electronics SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light and Comet Light & Smoke Signal are both distress signals products certified to MED and SOLAS. Key difference: Light Intensity — SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light is >3 cd vs Light & Smoke Signal at 2 candela.

SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light
Light & Smoke Signal

Specification comparison

Specification SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light Light & Smoke Signal
Light Intensity >3 cd 2 candela
Visibility Range 2 nm
Beam Pattern 360 degrees
Battery Life (30C) >40 hours
Battery Life (-1C) >24 hours
Battery Type 2x AA Lithium (L91)
Drop Test Height 76 m
Activation Type Automatic (water-activated)
Material UV-resistant polycarbonate
Dimensions 375 (H) x 183 (dia) mm
Weight 3.3 kg
Smoke Duration 15 min
Light Duration 15 hours (minimum)
Color Orange smoke
Temperature Range 1 to +30 C
Attachment Line Length 4 m
Compatible Lifebuoy Weight 4.0 kg
Part Number 9181600

Certification comparison

Certification SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light Light & Smoke Signal
MED ✓ ✓
SOLAS ✓ ✓
USCG ✓ ✓

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