Line Throwing Appliance vs SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light

Distress Signals comparison · 2 products · View all Distress Signals

The MASCYF Line Throwing Appliance and ACR Electronics SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light are both distress signals products certified to SOLAS.

Line Throwing Appliance
SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light

Specification comparison

Specification Line Throwing Appliance SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light
Type Projectile-based line throwing
Light Intensity >3 cd
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

Certification comparison

Certification Line Throwing Appliance SM-3 SOLAS Lifebuoy Marker Light
MED — Not listed ✓
SOLAS ✓ ✓
USCG — Not listed ✓

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