I am looking for a USCG approved electronic nighttime distress signaling device. The only one I am aware of is the ACR 1842 light, but it is discontinued. Anyone no where I can find one or another device that is approved? Below is more info about the item I am speaking of:
DistresSOS Light
Product No. 1842
Night Visual Distress Signal
Pair with DistresS.O.S. inflatable flag to meet coastal day and night visual distress signal requirements
Safe alternative to pyrotechnics; no more handling, replacement and disposal of dangerous flares
Flashes S.O.S Morse Code when ON (..._ _ _ ...)
Protective stuff sack included
Pistol-style design, grip and sight for easy operation
Floats with lens above waterline
Uses 4 "D" alkaline batteries
DistresS.O.S? lasts forever, just replace batteries annually
Complies with USCG requirements for night visual signal
Visible for over 22 miles with over 50,000 candela. Installs easily in new rafts or as a retro-fit
Water proof to 10 ft (3M)
Easy activate switch for one hand operation
Wrist lanyard for extra security
Screw off lens for easy battery replacement
Operational life: 6 hours minimum with common "D" alkaline batteries
Size: 7.6 x 4.8 x 8.3 in (19 x 12 x 21 cm)
Weight: 15.6 oz (442g)
Material: High impact polyethylene
Color: Hi-Viz Yellow
Operation: Manual
Certification: Meets USCG night visual distress signal requirements for navigation on coastal waters, the Great Lakes, territorial seas and connected waters up to a point where less than two miles across for recreational boats over 16ft, or smaller boats operating between sunset and sunrise; meets USCG night visual distress signal requirements for Commercial Fishing vessels operating in the area designated "coastal"
Batteries: Uses 4 "D" alkaline batteries; federal law requires batteries to be replaced annually
Operating Life: 6 hours minimum with common "D" alkaline batteries
Carton Dimensions .5. x 6.7 x 9.1 in(14 x 17x 23 cm)
DistresSOS Light
Product No. 1842
Night Visual Distress Signal
Pair with DistresS.O.S. inflatable flag to meet coastal day and night visual distress signal requirements
Safe alternative to pyrotechnics; no more handling, replacement and disposal of dangerous flares
Flashes S.O.S Morse Code when ON (..._ _ _ ...)
Protective stuff sack included
Pistol-style design, grip and sight for easy operation
Floats with lens above waterline
Uses 4 "D" alkaline batteries
DistresS.O.S? lasts forever, just replace batteries annually
Complies with USCG requirements for night visual signal
Visible for over 22 miles with over 50,000 candela. Installs easily in new rafts or as a retro-fit
Water proof to 10 ft (3M)
Easy activate switch for one hand operation
Wrist lanyard for extra security
Screw off lens for easy battery replacement
Operational life: 6 hours minimum with common "D" alkaline batteries
Size: 7.6 x 4.8 x 8.3 in (19 x 12 x 21 cm)
Weight: 15.6 oz (442g)
Material: High impact polyethylene
Color: Hi-Viz Yellow
Operation: Manual
Certification: Meets USCG night visual distress signal requirements for navigation on coastal waters, the Great Lakes, territorial seas and connected waters up to a point where less than two miles across for recreational boats over 16ft, or smaller boats operating between sunset and sunrise; meets USCG night visual distress signal requirements for Commercial Fishing vessels operating in the area designated "coastal"
Batteries: Uses 4 "D" alkaline batteries; federal law requires batteries to be replaced annually
Operating Life: 6 hours minimum with common "D" alkaline batteries
Carton Dimensions .5. x 6.7 x 9.1 in(14 x 17x 23 cm)