The MK-46 CV™ life preserver is a lightweight, constant wear inflatable life jacket, designed for use by helicopter pilots and passengers. The construction of the MK-46 CV™ life preserver is superior in quality and durability, engineered for constant wear comfort while wearing a helmet and easy integration with seat harness, and is universally sized with a fullly adjustable waist belt. The MK-46 CV™ includes equipment pockets specifically designed to carry essential survival accessories such as radio, emergency oxygen (HEED), flares, etc.
The MK-46 CV™ vest consist of two independant flotation cells, providing 38 pound buoyancy, in a yoke-style which will ensure that an unconscious aviator will float head up out of the water and will also self right a survivor after inflation. Inflation is activated with a manual inflation system, utilizing a 16 gram CO2 cylinder on each bladder. Backup oral inflation is provided on each cell.
The flotation cells are encased in a durable 1000 denier Cordura® Nylon shell, available in a variety of colors (OD Green, Navy Blue, Black). A Nomex® wear collar is available as optional equipment, providing a level of fire protection. A water activated light is provided.
Performance:
The MK-46 CV™ will right the subject to face up position in less than 5 seconds and provides freeboard mouth clearance and torso positioning. Two independent cells providing total buoyancy of 35 pounds.
Specifications:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Inflated Buoyancy | 35 pounds |
| Number of Inflatable Cells | 2 each |
| Total Weight | 2.6 pounds |
| Cell Material | Urethane Coated Nylon, MIL-C-83489 |
| Material, Suspension Belt | 1½” Polypropylene, UL Certified |
| 16 Gram CO2 Cylinder | 2 each, MIL-C-601G |
| Oral Inflation Tubes | 2 each, MIL-O-81375 |
| Bladder Color | Safety Yellow, International Orange |
| Water Activated Light | L-8 |
| Material Outer Protective Cover | 1000 Denier Nylon Cordura® |
| Size | Universal (fully adjustable) |
| Colors | OD Green,Navy Blue, Black |
