Overview
The Comet Linethrower 250 rocket is a replacement rocket for the Linethrower 250 appliance, used as a certified sea distress signal and line-throwing device for marine emergency rescue operations.
The Comet Linethrower 250 is a certified replacement rescue rocket engineered for use with the Linethrower 250 appliance in marine emergency and man-overboard recovery operations. Designed to project a rescue line accurately over distance in emergency conditions at sea, the Linethrower 250 is an essential piece of distress signalling and rescue equipment for commercial vessels, offshore installations, and all SOLAS-regulated craft requiring certified line-throwing capability.
The twist-grip trigger ignition system enables rapid, reliable activation under emergency conditions, even in extreme weather and temperature environments. With an operational temperature range of -30°C to +65°C and a storage temperature range of -30°C to +75°C, the Linethrower 250 rocket is engineered to perform consistently across the full spectrum of marine operating environments — from arctic waters to tropical offshore locations.
Approved to SOLAS, MED, USCG, and UK MER standards, this rocket meets the carriage and performance requirements of Port State Control inspections and Flag State surveys across all major maritime jurisdictions worldwide.
As a hazardous item, the Linethrower 250 rocket must be disposed of responsibly through approved channels and in accordance with local regulations. NovaMarine offers disposal services — please contact our team for guidance.
Key Specifications
| Weight | 4.3 kg |
|---|---|
| Ignition Method | Twist-Grip Trigger |
| Operating Temp (Min) | -30°C |
| Operating Temp (Max) | +65°C |
| Storage Temp (Min) | -30°C |
| Storage Temp (Max) | +75°C |
| Storage | Robust, Easily Accessible Location at Ambient Temperature |
| Disposal | Hazardous Item — Contact NovaMarine for Approved Disposal Services |
| Approvals | SOLAS / MED / USCG / UK MER Certified |
All Comet products have an expiry date which indicates the lifespan of the product. If product failure occurs during use, please notify NovaMarine immediately.
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