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Honeywell MCJ Bio-S-Cape Steel SCBA Escape Hood 200 Bar
Honeywell MCJ Bio-S-Cape Steel SCBA escape hood provides certified emergency respiratory protection with 15-minute air supply. Features adjustable hood, wide-angle lens, and durable PVC carrying bag for maritime and industrial safety compliance.
Product Overview
The Honeywell MCJ Bio-S-Cape Steel Version SCBA escape hood (Model 1815732) is a professional-grade self-contained breathing apparatus designed for emergency escape and respiratory protection in hazardous environments. This escape hood combines advanced safety features with user comfort, making it an essential piece of equipment for maritime vessels, industrial facilities, and emergency response teams. Compliant with international standards including EN 1146:2005 and ISO 23269-1:2008, this SCBA escape hood meets SOLAS, MED, IMO, and MSC requirements for maritime operations.
The MCJ Bio-S-Cape Steel escape hood system includes a 3-liter 200 bar steel air cylinder capable of providing 15 minutes of continuous breathing during emergency situations. The high-visibility yellow air cylinder and fluorescent orange carrying bag ensure quick identification and retrieval during critical moments. This escape hood represents the pinnacle of respiratory protection technology, engineered for reliability when lives depend on it.
Key Features
- Adjustable hood accommodates all face shapes and fits over spectacles and facial hair with ease
- Wide-angle lens without optical distortion provides superior visibility in low-light emergency conditions
- Dark inner surface reduces internal reflections and improves visibility through the visor
- Automatic bag opening reducer triggers when the hood is deployed for pressure regulation
- Powerful alarm whistle signals end of air supply with non-metallic positioning next to the ear
- Back head cushion inflates automatically to keep the escape hood securely in place during use
- Recharging port (EN standard) allows the apparatus to be refilled after emergency use
- High-visibility hood resists extreme temperature, humidity, and chemical environments
- Fully airtight with tear-resistant neck seal featuring rip stop line for secure sealing
- Durable PVC carrying bag with cylinder securing system and quick-opening mechanism
- Silicone anti-kink hose with spring loading prevents hose kinking during deployment
- Liquid accumulation reduction system prevents salt spray buildup in stored equipment
Technical Specifications
- Hood Material: Polyurethane with synthetic, non-allergenic soft rubber visor
- Visor: Wide field of vision without optical distortion with tear-resistant system
- Air Cylinder: 3 liters, 200 bar steel construction (15-minute duration)
- Backpack Material: PVC (orange) with fluorescent strips and safety seals
- Operating Temperature Range: -15°C to +60°C for extreme climate conditions
- Stage 1 Pressure Reducer: Triggered activation with integrated EN charging plug
- Certifications: EN 1146:2005, ISO 23269-1:2008, SOLAS, MED, IMO, MSC Standard
- Label Placement: Accessible only from inside the bag to prevent accidental removal
- Carrying Strap: Adjustable with optional hip belt attachment for flexible carrying options
- Gauge Visibility: Easy-to-read pressure indicators visible at all times for escape inspection
Who Is This For and Use Cases
The Honeywell MCJ Bio-S-Cape Steel SCBA escape hood is specifically designed for maritime professionals, industrial workers, emergency response teams, and personnel working in environments with potential hazardous atmospheric conditions. This escape hood is essential for crew members on SOLAS-regulated vessels, offshore platforms, chemical processing facilities, and any location where emergency respiratory protection is mandatory. The 15-minute air supply provides sufficient time for evacuation and reaching fresh air in most emergency scenarios.
- Maritime vessels and shipping containers requiring SOLAS-compliant emergency equipment
- Offshore oil and gas platforms with hazardous gas exposure risks
- Chemical manufacturing and processing facilities
- Emergency response and rescue teams
- Industrial plants with toxic vapor or smoke exposure hazards
- Confined space entry and rescue operations
- Aircraft and aviation facility emergency response
Why Choose This Product
The Honeywell MCJ Bio-S-Cape Steel escape hood represents the gold standard in emergency respiratory protection equipment. Made in France with rigorous quality standards, this SCBA escape hood combines user comfort with uncompromising safety performance. The adjustable design ensures proper fit for diverse personnel, while the wide-angle lens without distortion provides critical visibility during emergency evacuation. Unlike generic escape hoods, the MCJ features automatic pressure reduction, an intelligent alarm whistle system, and a liquid accumulation reduction system specifically designed for maritime environments where salt spray exposure is common. The durable PVC carrying bag with cylinder securing system ensures the equipment is always ready for immediate deployment. Honeywell's reputation for safety innovation, combined with full international certification including SOLAS and MED standards, makes this escape hood the trusted choice for professionals who cannot compromise on life-safety equipment.