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Hammar Hydrostatic Release Units (HRUs)

Key Features

  • IMO SOLAS approved models
  • MED Wheelmark logo visible on label
  • H20R automatically releases liferaft within depth of 1.5-4 metres due to water pressure
  • Designed for liferafts from 6 up to 150 persons
  • Breaking strength 2.2 +/ 0.4kN
  • Performance is guaranteed for 2 years after installation in harsh marine environment
  • Other HRU brands see a deterioration in performance after 6 months
  • Consists of double looped white rope line, a release mechanism and a Red Weak Link
  • Also available: HRU for smaller liferafts, HRU with deeper release depths

Key Features

  • > 50% EPIRB manufacturers use Hammar H20E HRU
  • H20E will automatically release the EPIRB if vessel sinks
  • Made of glass fiber reinforced nylon (no rust!)
  • No annual service , maintenance or spare parts required
  • Simply install new one every 2 years
  • Different bolts available for different EPIRB models
  • Usable with Jotron, GME, KANNAD, McMurdo, ACR and many more

Popular Models

H20R LIFERAFT HRU

H20R LIFERAFT HRU

H20E EPIRB HRU

H20E EPIRB HRU