Details
The internal radar reflector is manufactured from a material which is extremely robust, flexible and has excellent reflecting properties. The top and side panel of the inflatable ball are manufactured from High Visibility Yellow coloured PVC which makes it more readily seen during rescue operations. The bottom panel is manufactured from clear PVC so that a visual inspection of the internal radar reflector material can be made.
The reflector can be inflated by mouth or by using the liferaft topping up pump. A pump adapter is provided with each unit and the reflector is packed in an easily sealed waterproof bag complete with instructions for inflating and deployment.
The reflector can be mounted on a three piece fibreglass pole which passes through the aerial aperture in the canopy and secured to the raft by a lanyard. The bottom section of the pole is fitted with an end cover to prevent damage to the liferaft floor. An alternative method of fixing the reflector would be by means of a net system incorporated in the canopy design of the life raft.