Lifesmoke Mk9 vs Light & Smoke Signal
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The Pains Wessex Lifesmoke Mk9 and Comet Light & Smoke Signal are both distress signals products certified to MED and SOLAS. Key difference: Weight — Lifesmoke Mk9 is 365 g vs Light & Smoke Signal at 3.3 kg.
Specification comparison
Specification
Lifesmoke Mk9
Light & 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
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
9181600
Smoke Duration
15 min
Light Duration
15 hours (minimum)
Light Intensity
2 candela
Color
Orange smoke
Attachment Line Length
4 m
Compatible Lifebuoy Weight
4.0 kg
Certification comparison
Certification
Lifesmoke Mk9
Light & Smoke Signal
MED
✓
✓
SOLAS
✓
✓
USCG
✓
✓
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