Last month (Jul 2016), the USCG issued a message announcing the requirement to replace all CO2 cylinders in Lifesaving Systems (and Mustang) brand inflatable life vests. Â The change in cylinders, from 33 gram to 17 gram, will provide adequate buoyancy following auto-inflation but the decrease in cylinder size will allow for egress should a vessel submerge or capsize. Â The following information is meant to assist USCG units in their planning.
- We are taking orders for the 17 gram cylinders (LSC Part #353)Â now.
- We expect our first shipment of cylinders to be shipped from the factory to us within 6 weeks.
- Sorry, but for now the 17 gram Mustang Re-Arm Kits (MA009)Â must be ordered directly from Mustang Survival.
Until the new cylinders arrive – units should maintain all life vests in accordance with current MPS.