Flotation Technologies

Low-Drag Distributed Buoyancy

Hydrodynamic cable floats from Flotation Technologies provide low-drag distributed buoyancy for a variety of offshore, commercial, military and oceanographic applications. Available with two attachment methods and sized to fit any cable, these floats are some of the most versatile buoyancy products available. They are made from either Flotec™ syntactic foam or polyurethane foam and are available with depth ratings from surface to 6000m.

Simple Attachment Methods

Cable floats may be secured anywhere along a cable and will stay in position during operations. Quick-Loc™ cable floats feature a hinge and latch system for frequent deployment and recovery, and bolt-on style floats are well suited for long term deployments. Type 316L stainless steel, titanium or composite hardware supplied.

Heavy Duty (HD) Series Cable Floats

HD series cable floats are ideal for large diameter armored cables. Designed to handle stresses caused by cable bending, they provide maximum performance and durability for a variety of applications. Both attachment methods offered.

A Reliable Alternative

Cable floats provide an exceptionally reliable alternative to more cumbersome buoyancy systems that are tied off to the side. These floats fit directly around a cable, chain, or line so there is no need for multiple terminations or additional attachment hardware. Unlike glass balls or metal floats, they cannot leak or implode.

Flotation Technologies' cable floats are made to stand up to the rigors of oceanographic and industrial marine uses. Two standard coatings are offered: impact-resistant ABS plastic or polyurethane elastomer.

Uses

• Offshore, research, commercial, military uses
• ROV umbilicals and tethers
• Vertical moorings
• Towed seismic survey arrays
• Can replace a T.M.S. used for ROV deployments

Benefits

• Easy-to-use Quick-Loc™ hinge and latch
• Bolt-on style for long-term deployments
• Streamlined, low drag design
• Reliable - can't leak or implode
• Foams depth rated from surface to 6000m
• High-impact and abrasion resistant coatings
• Available in high-visibility orange or yellow

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