FLC1500 Cardinal navigation aid buoy

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Leading product for navigation aid, the FLC1500 cardinal buoy has a great value for money. Innovations and a high-level manufacturing: polyethylene shell, foam, 2 lifting points and 1 galvanized steel mooring eye, lifting handles, cast iron ballasts, removable mast, brush top mark.

Optional equipment: Radar reflector, lanterns.

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  • North
  • South
  • East
  • West
  • None
  • Radar reflector & lantern support

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Data sheet

Diameter1500 mm
Height (without equipment)1925 mm
Volume987 l
Draught355 mm
Freeboard520 mm
Overall Height (with topmark)3054 mm
Mast1050 mm
Weight with ballast208 kg
Submergence17 kg/cm
Visible area1,3 m²
Focal plane1760 mm with radar reflector and Carmanah M550, 1865 mm with radar reflector and Carmanah M650H

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HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS

Structure, Lifting and Mooring Points: S235 galvanized steel
Float and mast: UV-stabilized Polyethylene high density
Foam: Polyurethane 40 kg/m³
Colors:Pigments matching IALA specifications directly integrated into the polyethylene during rotational moulding for no painting ever.
Ballasts: Cast Iron
Topmark: Rigid PVC & Nylon
Radar Reflector (optional): Aluminium 5083/5086 marine grade
Eco friendly: Recyclable polyethylene. Heavy metal free. No ecological damages

RANGE OF USE

Current: Up to 5 knots
Mooring chain (recommended): Open long link chains 5xD ND20, ND25 and ND30

RECOMMENDED LANTERNS

All models are LED self-containing lanterns, manufactured by Carmanah (SABIK).

Available in Red, Green, White and Yellow according to the specification of each buoy.

M550: PRIVATE AID-TO-NAVIGATION, UP TO 3 NM

The M550 one to three nautical mile range marine lantern leverages custom optics, high-efficiency solar panels, and premium materials to deliver 15 times the brightness and three times the range of its M502 predecessor. At just 0.8 lb (0.37 kg) and 2.2 inches (56 mm) high, the unit is the most efficient, small-format solar marine lantern on the market.

Connect to Carmarah website for all technical specifications & complete documentation

M650H: UP TO 4 NAUTICAL MILES

The M650 offers up to 60 cd IALA peak intensity within a compact, lightweight yet durable design. With intelligent energy management systems and an intuitive on-board user interface, the M650H provides a practical solution for marinas, docks, barges, bridges, and more

Connect to Carmarah website for all technical specifications & complete documentation

INFORMATION ON TOPMARKS

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The topmarks are brush types for all our FLC1200 and  FLC1500 buoys.

Made of Rigid PVC & Nylon, they are very light and have a high resistance to windy conditions.

INFORMATION ON MOORING DESIGNS

Calculate your mooring line designs with the CALMAR software.

A 3 steps, easy to use tools for the mooring lines of all FullOceans buoys.

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