The new Deluxe Inflatable PFD with Hydrostatic Inflator is USCG approved for Uninspected Commercial Vessels (UCV) less than 40 feet long, when worn in lieu of Type II and III PFDs under 46 CFR 160.064 and are approved under 160.076.
Hydrostatic pressure is applied to objects submerged in water. The new hydrostatic inflator needs only to be submerged 4 inches (10 cm) for hydrostatic pressure to open a pressure valve which releases a firing mechanism that automatically inflates the PFD.
The PFD inflates under hydrostatic pressure and will not inflate prematurely due to rain, humidity or water contact (the PFD can also be inflated by pulling the activation cord)
No inflator maintenance is required for five years, unless fired.
Easily view the inflator replacement date and inflator status through the safety inspection window - green indicates ready for use.
Mustang MD3183 Features
- Hammar 1F auto hydrostatic inflator
- No inflator maintenance required for 5 years unless inflated
- Lightweight and comfortable design
- Neoprene Comfort Collar
- Provides 35 lb of buoyancy
- Cylinder is contained inside bladder to protect against corrosion
- Durable 420-Denier nylon and heavy duty polyurethatne coated nylon
- Strobe light holder, safety whistle and SOLAS reflective tape on badder
- Backup oral inflation tube
- D-ring
Inflated MD3183 Features
- Strobe light holder
- 35lb of buoyancy when inflated can self-right a person in seconds
- SOLAS reflective tape for visibility
- Safety whistle to alert rescuers
- Backup oral inflation tub
