Twin Cell Life Vest
The Dual Cell Life Vest is an essential and "faint-proof" (anti-unconsciousness) safety device designed for general aviation. It features two independent buoyancy cells, a manual inflation device (with two CO2 cartridges), and two additional mouth inflation valves. It includes a water-activated survivor locator light (FAA TSO-C85 or TSO-C85a approved). Lightweight (approx. 570 g) and yellow, it is suitable for adults and children (from 15.91 kg) and offers 17 kg of buoyancy. It holds important international approvals such as FAA TSO-C13f, LBA 40.321 (Germany), and CAA BCAR B4-8 (UK).
This Dual Cell Life Vest is designed to offer maximum safety and reliability in general aviation environments. Its primary feature is its "faint-proof" design, which ensures the user remains face-up in the water, even if unconscious.
Key Safety Features
- Dual Independent Buoyancy Cells: It has 2 independent inflatable cells, providing critical redundancy and greater safety in case one fails.
- Versatile Inflation: Includes a manual inflation device that uses two CO2 cartridges, ensuring rapid activation. Additionally, it has two additional mouth inflation valves for supplementary or backup inflation.
- Survivor Locator Light: Equipped with a water-activated locator light, essential for facilitating user location in low visibility conditions or nighttime rescue. This light has FAA TSO-C85 or TSO-C85a approval, certifying its reliability.
- Ergonomic and Comfortable Design: It is worn around the neck and fastened with a strap around the waist, allowing for quick and secure placement. Donning instructions are printed with pictograms directly on the life vest for intuitive guidance.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Inflatable Buoyancy Cell: 2 independent cells.
- Category of Preserver: Adult/child combination, suitable for a wide range of users.
- Weight of Wearer: From 15.91 kg.
- Inflated Buoyancy: 17 kg, sufficient to keep most individuals afloat with equipment.
- Survivor Locator Light: Water-activated, FAA TSO-C85 or TSO-C85a approved.
- Dimensions: 65 x 155 x 190 mm, making it compact for storage.
- Weight: Approximately 570 g, ultralight to not interfere with pilot or passenger mobility.
- Color: Yellow, for high visibility in water.
- Material: Nylon, durable and resistant.
Approvals and Service Life
This life vest holds important international certifications that guarantee its quality and compliance with the most demanding standards:
- USA: FAA TSO-C13f, Type I.
- Germany: LBA 40.321.
- UK: CAA BCAR B4-8.
Its service life is indefinite if the unit continues to pass periodic maintenance inspection, representing a long-term investment in safety.
Temperature Range and Maintenance
- Operational Range: -54 to 48.9 °C.
- Storage Range: -54 to 71.1 °C.
- Maintenance Interval: 9 years, unless opened.
This life vest is a robust and reliable choice to ensure safety on board in any general aviation operation.