ACR ResQFlare PRO Distress Flare & Flag is the modern, non-pyrotechnic solution that keeps you visible and safe on the water. Built to meet RTCM standards as an electronic visual distress signal device (eVDSD), it works in tandem with the included Distress Flag to replace traditional USCG pyrotechnic flares when carried together, providing a compliant, reliable signaling kit for U.S. waters.
Key Features and benefits
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360° visibility with a luminous angle of 180°, delivering bright, all-around signaling that docks your location quickly for rescuers.
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Buoyant, self-righting design automatically rights itself and floats in water without a flotation ring, ensuring you stay visible and afloat.
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High-intensity multi-color LED plus infrared strobe for superior daytime signaling and enhanced night-time visibility, including NVG compatibility with the IR component.
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SOS Morse Code signaling emits the international S-O-S pattern (three flashes in red-orange, cyan, red-orange) to aid search and rescue in multiple light conditions.
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Night Vision friendly IR signaling mirrors the visible pattern, improving detection when Night Vision equipment is used.
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Excellent brightness and duration—peak light >170 cd with robust distribution; minimum peak equivalent fixed intensity of 75 cd for 20 hours (room temperature) and an average effective light intensity of 50 cd for at least 3 hours, exceeding RTCM requirements by 50%.
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Durable, mission-ready construction—IP67 waterproof and tested to IEC 60945 environmental standards for dry/damp heat, low temperature, thermal shock, vibration, corrosion, rain & spray, and EMC.
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Battery flexibility—uses 8x 123 lithium batteries (not included); user-replaceable for quick, on-schedule recharging of your signaling capacity.
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Compliant signaling kit—includes a Distress Flag (46 CFR 160.072) and meets distribution requirements for Day Visual Distress Signals (33 CFR part 175) and Night Visual Distress Signals (46 CFR 161.013).
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Regulatory-ready safety—classified as an approved Night Visual Distress Signal and meets RTCM 13200.0 requirements, giving you a trustworthy alternative to pyrotechnics on board.
With the ResQFlare PRO, you gain a reliable, long-lasting electronic flare that delivers superior visibility, rugged durability, and regulatory peace of mind. The included Distress Flag ensures you have both day and night signaling options, simplifying compliance while keeping rescue chances at their highest.
