Pains Wessex Rocket For Linethrower 250

Product Description

Linethrower 250 A self-contained line-throwing appliance consisting of a weatherproof plastic casing with end cap, twist-grip trigger assembly, rocket and line.

To comply with SOLAS requirements, four complete rocket and line assemblies (Item No. 9502000) should be carried on board.

The device has a throwing range of between 230m and 250m.

A solid propellant is used which guarantees a highly accurate flight path even in strong sidewinds.

Application The Pains Wessex 250 is designed for ease of operation in the most extreme weather conditions. It can be used in all situations where a line is required to be passed accurately and quickly, these include:- • All line-throwing operations at sea between vessels, ship-to-shore, shore-to-ship and shore based rescue services. • Rescue of swimmers in distress. • Line carrying across obstacles and rough terrain.

Product Life • Body and line kit: 9 years • Rocket minimum 3.5 years • Spare rockets are available to replace consumed or time expired rockets. Packing & Transport Information Body and Line, less rocket in packing case, L 37 cm (14.57 in) x W 27 cm (10.63 in) x H 27 cm (10.63 in) • Gross weight 4.2 kg (9.26 lb.) • Net weight 3.6 kg (7.94 lb.) • Other Information: Non-hazardous 20 Spare Rockets in metal tin in a fibreboard box, L 37 cm (14.57 in) x W 27 cm (10.63 in) x H 27 cm (10.63 in) • Gross Weight Max: 13 kg (28.66 lb.) • Net Weight Max: 10.70 kg (23.59 lb.) • Net Explosive Content per box : 2.12 kg (4.67 lb.) • Hazard class 1.4G • UN 0431 • Proper shipping name: Articles, Pyrotechnic • Other Information: Cargo Aircraft Only

Specifications Projects a line to a nominal range of 250m in calm conditions. • Length: 33 cm (13.0 in) • Height: 31.3 cm (12.3 in) • Diameter: 20.5 cm (8.1 in) • Gross Weight: 4.7kg (10.36 lb.) • Net Weight: 4.4 kg (9.7 lb.) • Rocket Weight Max: 535g (18.9 oz.) • Explosive Content Max.: 106g (3.74 oz.) • Line breaking strain: >2 kn

Storage This compact appliance is ideally stored in a water-resistant locker at ambient temperature allowing easy access in an emergency. The set of 4 appliances normally carried onboard can be dispersed in strategic positions throughout the vessel. Approvals Conforms to: BAM 0589-P2-0016 (Complete Unit), 0589-P2-0094 (Rocket only), SOLAS 74 as amended, IMO resolutions MSC. 81(70) Part 1, (MED) 96/98/EC, BGV 424.003, USCG - and other major maritime authorities worldwide.

Item Nos. Complete unit 9502000 · Body and line 9500700 · Rocket 9500800

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