The Saviour Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) 'PRO' model (part of the RPSAV series, often noted as RPSAV-PR) is a high-performance, open-circuit respiratory system designed for (firefighting, rescue operations, and industrial hazardous) extreme environments. It is recognized as India's first "Make in India" SCBA set to meet international safety standards (EN-approved set).
Key Features
Available in Class 1 and Class 2 category
- Push to Talk (PTT) button
- Heat resistant full-face mask
- Adjustable back plate
- Electronic warning device
- Burst proof HP hose
- Weight 18kg
- Available with composite cylinder
- Digital Monitoring System: Features an electronic pressure gauge that displays real-time cylinder pressure, ambient temperature, and an Escape Time Indicator showing the remaining air duration.
- Safety Alarms (Motionless Alarm) (PASS): Includes an integrated Motionless Alarm (PASS) and LED status options to alert team members if the wearer becomes immobilized.
- Communication Provision: The facepiece is designed to integrate with external communication devices (like Walkie-Talkies) for team coordination.
- Pneumatic System: Equipped with a rugged, easy-flow positive pressure demand valve with a manual bypass for extra airflow if needed.
- Advanced Harness: Built on an ergonomically designed, anti-corrosive composite backplate with cushioned, fire-retardant Kevlar/Aramid straps. Padded Aramid fire-retardant (FR) harness, tested per EN 531.
- Heads Up Display (HUD): Includes a heads-up display and is compatible with communication devices for team members/rescuers.
- Face Piece: Wide-view panoramic EPDM rubber mask (or polycarbonate in some variants).
- Demand Valve: Positive pressure demand valve with a manual bypass for extra airflow.
- Back Plate: Lightweight, ergonomically designed anti-corrosive composite back plate.
- Warning System: Integrated whistle sounds at 5.5 +/- 0.5 MPa.
Technical Specifications
- Model: RPSAV-PR
- Cylinder Capacity: Available with 6-liter or 6.8-liter cylinders.
- Cylinder Material: Carbon Composite or Steel.
- Working Pressure: 200 bar or 300 bar variants.
- Duration: Approx. 30 to 45 minutes.
- Reducer: Safety release valve connected to a high-pressure hose.
- Weight: Approximately 10-12 kg (depending on cylinder).
Applications
- Firefighting & Rescue: Designed for indoor fire suppression and search-and-rescue operations.
- Confined Space Entry: Ideal for tank cleaning, vessel entry, and underground maintenance where oxygen is deficient.
- Industrial Hazards: Used in chemical, oil, and gas industries for emergency handling of hazardous atmospheres. (Industrial maintenance and cleaning), Mining operation.
- Municipal Services: Deployed by municipal corporations for drainage and sewer-related rescue missions.
Certificates and Standards
- EN 137:2006:
- IS 10245 Part 2:
- EN 136 (1998):
- ISO 23269-1:2008 & MED:
- PESO/CCOE: