750S-05488 OCEAN SIGNAL, RescueMe EDF2 Flare, with Distress Flag
This is an excellent alternative to traditional pyrotechnic flares
As the next advancement in electronic distress flares, the EDF2 Electronic Boat Flare introduces cutting edge SOS distress signaling technology.
Utilizing red-orange and cyan LEDs combined with an infrared (IR) component, the EDF2 offers substantial operational life (burn time) while also significantly improving the level of visibility.
Sold with the included daytime distress flag, the EDF2 and accompanying flag are certified to meet the applicable U.S. Coast Guard requirements allowing them to be carried in lieu of traditional pyrotechnic flares in the U.S.
EDF2: The ultimate alternative to traditional pyrotechnic flares
- Long-Lasting & Cost-Effective – No expiration date, one-time purchase, and user-replaceable lithium batteries extend operating life in emergencies
- Safe & Easy to Use – No flames, family-friendly, and simple operation for all users, including kids and first-time boaters.
- Superior Visibility – Bright 360° light, visible over 8 miles, and exceeds RTCM operational life requirements by 50%.
- Waterproof & Buoyant – Automatically rights itself and floats without a flotation ring.
- Durable design: Tested to applicable environmental performance standards related to dry heat, damp heat, low temperature, thermal shock, drop, vibration, solar radiation, rain & spray, corrosion, and EMC (as per IEC 60945)
Description:
Meeting the requirements of RTCM 13200.00, the buoyant EDF2 electronic boat flare is classified as an Electronic Visual Distress Signal Device (eVDSD) and utilizes multi-color SOS distress signaling to produce greater luminosity with substantially better light distribution.
The use of red-orange and cyan LEDs allows for enhanced visibility on the water while the addition of an infrared (IR) component leads to even greater visibility when Night Vision equipment is in use by Search and Rescue.
The EDF2 facilitates rescue by emitting the flash characteristic for the International Morse Code for S-O-S, where the first “S” is represented by three red-orange LED flashes, followed by the “O” which is represented by three cyan LED flashes, and the final “S” which is represented by another three red-orange LED flashes.
Simultaneous to the visible red-orange and cyan flashing LEDs, the IR component flashes the same S-O-S pattern that is optimized for visibility via Night Vision Goggles (NVG).
Perhaps most impressive, even with the extensive number of visible and IR flashes occurring, the high level of light intensity produced, and the significant light distribution range (Luminous angle ≥ 180°) that is achieved, the EDF2 still attains an impressive operational life of at least three hours (exceeding RTCM requirements by 50%).
NOTE: Prior to installing batteries, using the attached lanyard (found under the velcro), tether the top body to the attachment point found at the bottom of the battery compartment.
What’s Included
Also meeting the requirements within 46 CFR 161.013, the EDF2 electronic boat flare is classified as an approved Night Visual Distress Signal.
Given that a Distress Flag, meeting the requirements of 46 CFR 160.072, is included in the package with every EDF2, users are also provided with an approved Day Visual Distress Signal (the requirement for carriage of approved day and night visual distress signals can be found in 33 CFR part 175).
The supplied Distress Flag provides numerous daylight signalling options. The flag can be flown by attaching to the mast or simply hoisting to the highest possible point.
It can also be displayed by hand, tied to, and then waved on items such as a boat hook, paddle, or fishing rod, or it can be laid flat on the deck to attract aircraft.
The flag should be used only as a day signal and when displayed correctly, the black square should be over the black circle.
In addition to the distress flag, also included is a bracket and the corresponding mounting hardware allowing users to conveniently mount the product to the vessel so that the EDF2 is always accessible when needed. A 1 meter lanyard can also be found concealed beneath the black Velcro strap around the mid-body of the product.
This lanyard can be used to tether the EDF2 to a person or life raft in an emergency situation.
