Lifesmoke Mk9 vs 15 Minute Smoke Signal

Distress Signals comparison · 2 products · View all Distress Signals

The Pains Wessex Lifesmoke Mk9 and Comet 15 Minute Smoke Signal are both distress signals products certified to MED and SOLAS. Key difference: Weight — Lifesmoke Mk9 is 365 g vs 15 Minute Smoke Signal at 3.3 kg.

Lifesmoke Mk9
15 Minute Smoke Signal

Specification comparison

Specification Lifesmoke Mk9 15 Minute Smoke Signal
Burn Time 180 s
Smoke Color Orange
Weight 365 g 3.3 kg
Dimensions 114 x 82 mm 375 (H) x 183 (dia) mm
Net Explosive Content 237 g 1.287 kg
Temperature Range -1 - +30 C -1 to +30 C
Storage Temperature -30 - +75 C
Ignition Method Top percussion igniter with 2-second safety delay
UN Number UN0507
Hazard Class 1.4S
Part Number 9537000 9181700
Smoke Duration 15 min (minimum)
Color Orange smoke

Certification comparison

Certification Lifesmoke Mk9 15 Minute Smoke Signal
MED ✓ ✓
SOLAS ✓ ✓
USCG ✓ ✓

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Lifesmoke Mk9
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15 Minute Smoke Signal
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