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Self Righting Bags
Ribcraft manufacture self righting systems for Rigid
Inflatable Boats. This system will rapidly right the
boat in the event of a capsize by inflating a Hypalon®
bag located at the top of an aluminium frame.
Using the System
The self righting system is trigged using a manual
activation system located on the outer face of the
transom. Once activated, a mix of CO2 and Nitrogen is
used to inflate the bag via a high pressure cylinder.
Construction
To insure the highest quality, Ribcraft self righting
bags are made using Hypalon®, the leading material in
the industry. Hypalon® has incredible resistance to
abrasions, chemicals such as fuel oils, mechanical
stresses, UV damage, and extreme temperatures.
Bag Fittings and Installation
The self righting bag has as standard a
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Manual inflation/deflation valve
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Pressure relief valve
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CO2 Inlet valve
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Henderson Hatch
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Fabric straps with brass eyelets
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Velcro secured cover flaps
Applications
Lifeboats, Rescue, Commercial etc. Any Rigid
Inflatable Boat that's likely to encounter severe
weather with the risk of inversion.
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