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00-3233 – Safran Seating Systems Placard "Liferaft Under Seat"
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Overview
The Safran 00-3233 is a flight-critical, OEM safety placard with the text "LIFERAFT UNDER SEAT," an essential visual marker for the cabin interiors of transport-category aircraft. This is not a simple sticker; it is a highly durable, fire-retardant placard engineered by Safran Seating Systems (incorporating the Zodiac Aerospace legacy) to meet stringent FAA and EASA regulations. The primary function of the 00-3233 is to provide a clear, unambiguous visual indication of the location of stowed emergency life rafts. Its integrity and legibility are fundamental to ensuring rapid access to life-saving equipment by cabin crew and passengers during a prepared emergency evacuation.
Manufactured from a specialized, flame-retardant polycarbonate, this placard is designed to remain legible and in place even under the duress of an emergency situation, making it a critical component of the aircraft's overall safety and emergency equipment plan.
Key Features
Meets Regulatory Requirements: Designed and manufactured to comply with airworthiness regulations for the marking of emergency equipment, such as 14 CFR § 25.1541. The text, color, and size are standardized for immediate recognition.
Fire-Retardant Polycarbonate: Fabricated from a high-grade, fire-retardant polycarbonate or similar polymer. This material is self-extinguishing and will not support combustion, a critical requirement for any component used in a certified aircraft cabin interior.
High-Durability Printing: The lettering and graphics are subsurface printed and sealed. This process ensures the text is highly resistant to abrasion, wear, and fading from UV exposure or cleaning chemicals, guaranteeing its legibility for the life of the part.
Aerospace-Grade Adhesive: Supplied with a pre-applied, high-performance pressure-sensitive adhesive on the back. This adhesive is specified for its high bond strength and ability to adhere to the various substrates of an aircraft seat or interior panel without peeling or lifting.
Genuine OEM Component: As a genuine Safran factory part, it guarantees conformance to the strict material, flammability, and design standards required for installation in a certified aircraft cabin.
Technical Specifications
Part Number: 00-3233
Component Type: Emergency Equipment Location Placard
Text: LIFERAFT UNDER SEAT
OEM Manufacturer: Safran Seating Systems (Zodiac)
Material: Fire-Retardant Polycarbonate
Printing: Subsurface, abrasion-resistant
Attachment: Pre-applied, high-strength pressure-sensitive adhesive.
Certification: Conforms to FAA 14 CFR § 25.853 (Flammability) and § 25.1541 (Marking).
Aircraft Compatibility
The 00-3233 is a standard safety placard used on a wide variety of commercial and large-cabin business aircraft that are equipped with life rafts stowed under passenger or crew seats.
Common Aircraft Platforms:
Airbus: A320, A330, A350 Families
Boeing: 737, 777, 787 Families
Bombardier: CRJ, Global Series
Embraer: E-Jet, Legacy Series
Applications
The 00-3233 is a critical safety component with a singular, vital purpose:
Emergency Equipment Location: Provides a clear, universally understood visual guide to the location of a life raft, which is essential for a rapid and orderly evacuation in a water landing (ditching) scenario.
Regulatory Compliance: A mandatory component that must be present and legible to maintain the aircraft's airworthiness certificate.
Why Choose 00-3233?
In the chaos of an emergency evacuation, clear and simple visual instructions are life-saving. The Safran 00-3233 is the certified OEM placard that meets all regulatory requirements for visibility and fire resistance. Using a genuine OEM part ensures the placard is made from the correct, self-extinguishing materials and has the durability to remain legible through years of passenger wear and cabin cleaning. A faded, peeling, or non-compliant placard can result in a failed safety inspection and ground the aircraft. For a component this critical to safety, there is no substitute for the certified original.
The Safran 00-3233 placard is a key element of the aircraft's Emergency Equipment Location Plan, which is part of the aircraft's certified design. Its material and construction are governed by 14 CFR § 25.853, which specifies the flammability requirements for all cabin interior components. The polycarbonate material used must not only be self-extinguishing but must also produce minimal smoke and toxic fumes when exposed to heat, which is a critical factor for passenger survivability in a fire. The subsurface printing method ensures that even if the top surface of the placard is scuffed or abraded, the text underneath remains perfectly legible, ensuring it can perform its safety function throughout its entire service life.
Note: This is a flight-critical safety component. It must be installed in the specific location designated by the aircraft manufacturer's maintenance manual or LOPA (Layout of Passenger Accommodations). The mounting surface must be properly cleaned and prepared before application to ensure a permanent bond.
