Emergency Signalling Mirror

Description

Emergency Daylight Signalling at Sea

The Signalling Mirror is a compact marine safety accessory designed to reflect sunlight towards other vessels, aircraft or rescue personnel.

Its reflective surface produces a bright flash that can help attract attention when assistance is needed.

Made from chrome-plated plastic, the mirror is designed to resist seawater exposure and provides a lightweight alternative to a conventional glass mirror.

Key Features

• Reflective surface for daylight emergency signalling

• Chrome-plated plastic construction

• Shatter-resistant design

• Resistant to seawater

• Compact 85mm diameter

• No batteries or electrical power required

• Manufacturer-stated flash visibility of up to 10km under favourable conditions

• Suitable for boat safety kits and emergency grab bags

Technical Specifications

• Product: Signalling Mirror / Heliograph

• Diameter: 85mm

• Material: Chrome-plated plastic

• Construction: Shatter-resistant

• Seawater resistance: Yes

• Signalling method: Reflected sunlight

• Maximum stated visibility: Up to 10km under suitable conditions

Typical Applications

• Recreational sailing boats

• Motorboats and small craft

• Emergency grab bags

• Liferaft emergency equipment

• Daylight visual distress signalling

How to Use

Position the mirror to reflect sunlight towards the vessel, aircraft or rescue team you want to attract.

Adjust its angle until the reflected flash is directed towards the intended target.

Practise using the mirror before an emergency, following any instructions supplied with the product.

Important: A signalling mirror depends on available sunlight and visibility. It does not replace required distress equipment, a VHF radio, an EPIRB or other applicable safety equipment.