Fujikura Composite Inc.



Life raft FRC

FRC

Inflatable life rafts for smaller vessels are the last equipment to save your life. Its deployment is not only required by Article 58 of the Safety Rules for Small Vessels, but also highly recommended to ensure the safety on board. This model is available in various sizes (5, 6, 8, or 10 person capacity).

  • features
  • specifications
  • safety precautions

Features

1. Excels in safety.
Fujikura’s uniquely balancing multi-air-chamber structure keeps balance even air chambers are partially damaged by unknown objects.
2. Stable.
It is equipped with large water pockets to ensure stability.
3. Compact
As it is folded into a small parcel, it doesn’t bother your work on the deck.
Smaller square containers are also available.
4. Very easy to handle
5. Highly durable.
The material is highly durable and has been used for lifesaving equipment for many years.

Peculiarity

Specifications

Models FRC-5 FRC-6 FRC-8 FRC-10
Capacity (persons) 5 6 8 10
Main unit
size
when inflated
Circumscribed circle diameter (m) 2.100 2.240 2.500 2.720
Overall height when inflated (m) 1.265 1.265 1.480 1.480
Floor area (m2) 2.414 2.751 3.516 4.189
Shape Regular Octagon Regular Octagon Regular Octagon Regular Octagon
Total buoyancy (kg) 940 1,130 1,560 2,000
Total weight(kg) Inshore 34.0 36.6 43.8 40.9
Offshore 30.1 32.7 39.9 40.9
Gas charge (kg) 0.95*1psc. 1.18*1psc. 1.55*1psc. 1.90*1psc.
Container
size (m)
Inshore dia.0.45*0.90 dia.0.45*0.90 dia.0.50*1.00 dia.0.50*1.00
Offshore dia.0.40*0.80 dia.0.40*0.80 dia.0.50*1.00 dia.0.50*1.00
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Safety Precautions

  • Although regular inspections are required by law to maintain the function, aging deterioration is unavoidable. The extent of deterioration depends on the installed locations or navigating situations, but according to the study conducted by a ship-chandlery related research institute, rapid deterioration may occur in eight years.
  • Even after a lapse of eight years, they can be used if they pass the test required. However, it is recommended that life rafts be replaced in every 8 to 12 years.