Boom Length: 100 ft. Other lengths available.
Draft: 12 inches
Freeboard: 6 inches
Total Height: 18 inches
Flotation Element: Rolled microfoam
Flotation Size: 18 x 5 x 1 inches
Overall Weight: 1.25 lbs. per linear foot
Stowage Volume: 150 cu. ft. per 1000 ft. of boom.
Curtain Material: Vinyl coated nylon or polyester, 18 or 22 oz. per sq. yd. Other coatings also available upon request.
Fabric Strength: 500 lbs. Minimum tensile per inch.
Abrasion Resistance: Good, designed for continued rough service.
US Patent No. 4,188,155
USCG SPECS. G-EOE-330
Temperature Range: -65°F to + 140°F
Ballast: Lead weights covered with vinyl protectors or 1/4" galvanized steel chain.
Tension Line: 5/16" polypropylene rope enclosed in top and bottom.
End Connectors: Standard connectors are bronze snap hooks. ASTM (F962-86) or universal aluminum connectors also available.
Color: High visibility International Orange or Chrome Yellow
Tensile Strength: 14,000 lbs.
Recommend Towing Speed: 10 knots maximum, 2 knots is recommended.
Sweeping Speed: 1 knot maximum.
Wind: The boom planes at 45° angle at winds in excess of 15 knots.
Wave Height: Unit remains stable in moderate seas.
All barriers may be modified to meet your specific applications.
SPILLDAM - 180 consists of a flexible skirt and flotation units designed to contain oil spills in harbors and inshore locations. Although compact and lightweight, this 18" boom is of tough construction. The boom may be deployed from reels, trailers, barges or boats.
SPILLDAM - 180 is compatible with every other type of boom, to which it may be connected by means of snap hooks or other standard boom end connectors.
Also available in 24" and 36" (240 and 360 respectfully)
