Baliză SafeSea S100

This is a professional-class Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) operating on the X-band. It responds to radar signals from rescue vessels or aircraft by generating a series of dots on their screens to aid in locating you at sea.

The battery provides exceptional autonomy for emergency situations:

96 hours in standby mode12 hours in active transmissionThese performance levels are guaranteed even at extreme temperatures of -20°C.

The LB3S battery module has a 5-year lifespan. It must be replaced before the expiration date (which is indicated at the base of the device) to ensure optimal operation and full capacity in case of an emergency.

The box includes all necessary components:

S100 SART beacon
LB3S battery module
Mounting bracket with 4 screws
Hex key for battery installation
Quick start guide

It is compatible with all standard marine and aviation radar systems operating on the X-band, i.e., frequencies between 9.2 and 9.5 GHz.

The signal emitted by the Safe Sea S100 beacon allows precise detection on the radar screen of the rescue vessel or aircraft up to a range of 7.1 nautical miles.

Yes, the beacon is designed for extreme marine environments and is fully waterproof down to 10 meters depth.

Yes, its robust design allows it to survive a direct drop into the water from a height of up to 20 meters without functional damage.

When installing the S100 beacon in the cockpit or onboard, it is essential to maintain a minimum safety distance of one meter from any magnetic compass to avoid interference.

To activate the S100 tag, follow these steps:

Break the transparent protective cover on the buttons.Push the green button to the left.Press the red button down and hold it.Release the green button to lock the system in the active position.

It uses a specific battery module (reference LB3S) with iron disulfide and lithium (LiFeS2). This chemistry provides high reliability and excellent cold weather performance.

No, a radar SART transponder is not a primary alerting device; it is used for proximity location by rescue services. To initially report a distress situation to authorities, you must have on board an EPIRB, an ASN (DSC) radio, or an Inmarsat satellite terminal.

The beacon measures 227 mm in height with a base diameter of 65 mm (82 mm maximum including the raised sections). Its total weight is approximately 440 grams, making it easy to handle.

When the tag receives a signal from a search radar, the blinking frequency of its red LED indicator increases significantly to warn you that a vessel or aircraft is approaching your position.

No, the lithium battery module is absolutely not designed to be recharged. Any attempt to recharge it is dangerous and may cause an explosion or fire. The battery must simply be replaced with a new one when it reaches the end of its life.

The Safe Sea S100 beacon is designed to operate reliably in extreme weather conditions, with an operating temperature range from -20°C to +55°C. It can be stored between -30°C and +65°C.

No, the battery module contains less than 2 grams of lithium (1.96 g exactly). It is therefore classified as non-hazardous for transport and is not subject to the strict restrictions on dangerous goods, making shipping easier.

Yes, it is perfectly suited for liferafts. It has an attachment point at its top allowing a lanyard to pass through. This enables it to be suspended and held in a vertical position under the canopy of the liferaft for optimal transmission.

Yes, it meets the strict requirements for commercial and recreational vessels. It complies with IMO SOLAS resolutions, IEC 61097-1 and IEC 60945 standards, and holds MED (Wheelmark) and FCC certifications.

When interrogated by an X-band radar, the beacon emits a response signal with a power greater than 400 mW (EIRP), ensuring excellent visibility of your position on the radar screens of rescue units.