RFD Comet Flares

In-Store Pickup Only

When trouble strikes and you need rescuing, make sure that you're seen. Leave shore safe in the knowledge that you have the most reliable pyrotechnic distress signals onboard. Stay safe!

Comet Red Parachute Distress Rocket

• Designed to alert potential rescue craft.
• Long range, day, and night distress signalling rocket
• Improved grip for easy handling
• Simple operation - rocket projects to 300m before ejecting parachute-suspended red flare.
• Burn time: 40 seconds at 30,000 candelas.

Comet Red Parachute Distress Rocket Specifications:

• Length: 287 mm (11.3in)
• Diameter at handle: 38 mm (1.5in)
• Diameter: 32 mm (1.25in)
• Weight Max: 245g (8.23oz)
• NEC Max: 92g (3.25oz)
• Light intensity: 30,000 candelas
• Burning time: 40 seconds
• Colour of light: red
• Ignition: pull-wire igniter
• Altitude: 300 m (985 ft)

Comet Pinpoint Red Hand Flare

• For short range signalling
• Performs reliably even after immersion in water.
• Simple pull cord firing mechanism
• Unique, compact, telescopic handle allows easy extension for safe operation.
• Saves space when stowed in life rafts.
• Burning time: 60 seconds at minimum 15,000 candela
• SOLAS approved.

Comet Pinpoint Red Hand Flare Specifications:

• Length: 175mm (6.9in)
• Length with handle pulled out: 280mm (11in)
• Diameter: 28mm (1.1is)
• Weight max: 176g (6.2 oz)
• Light intensity: 15,000 candelas
• Burning time: 60 seconds
• Colour of light: Red
• Ignition: Pull-wire igniter
• Net Explosive Content Max. : 63g (2.22 oz)