The Obelux medium-intensity Type B/C obstruction light, delivering 2,000 candela in aviation red, is specifically engineered for marking tall structures such as wind turbines, transmission masts, chimneys, broadcast towers, and bridges. Designed to withstand demanding offshore conditions, this model is ideal for offshore wind turbine applications where robust performance and compliance with aviation safety standards are critical. The light integrates advanced features including fault monitoring, an automatic photocell for day and night operation, GPS synchronization to ensure precise and coordinated flashing, and a cold climate version equipped with a temperature-controlled heater for reliable use in harsh weather conditions. It supports both stand-alone operation and networked control via RS-485 Modbus communication as part of the Obelux aviation light system. Additionally, it offers an optional Modbus LAN TCP/IP interface for seamless integration into modern lighting management networks.
Optically, this obstruction light produces a configurable output of 2,000 candela fixed or flashing, with an option to reduce intensity to 200 candela for specific applications. The light is aviation red in color and includes an infrared (850nm) version compliant with Night Vision Goggles (NVG), enabling safe nighttime operations in sensitive areas. Its horizontal beam spans a full 360 degrees, ensuring visibility from all directions, while the vertical beam covers an angle greater than 3 degrees. The light also meets ICAO intensity limits by maintaining a maximum intensity of 1,125 candela at a vertical elevation angle of -1°, and 75 candela at a vertical elevation angle of -10°, in accordance with international standards.
This product is designed to meet ICAO International Standards and Recommended Practices as specified in Aerodromes Annex 14 Volume 1, 8th Edition (July 2018), particularly Chapter 6 on Medium-intensity Type B/C obstruction lights, fulfilling the requirements outlined in Table 6-3. It is also FAA compliant under Advisory Circular AC 150/5345-43J (dated March 11, 2019), meeting specifications for obstruction lighting equipment under FAA L-864 and L-885 standards.
Key features of the Obelux medium-intensity Type B/C light include its configurable red output that can operate in either fixed or flashing mode at 2,000 cd or reduced 200 cd levels. The light supports both stand-alone and RS-485 Modbus network operations, making it versatile for various system configurations. The built-in GPS synchronization allows multiple lights to flash in unison, improving pilot awareness and compliance with regulatory requirements. The photocell automatically adjusts light operation according to ambient light levels, conserving energy. The cold climate version incorporates a smart heater that activates as needed to prevent malfunction due to freezing temperatures. The device also features a dry contact alarm relay for fault detection and an interface for visibility sensors to adjust luminous output levels dynamically between 10%, 30%, and 100%. Installation and system expansion are simplified with the ability to easily chain multiple lights without the need for a junction box. An embedded web server enables convenient local or remote configuration and monitoring. The product comes with a standard 5-year warranty, with an option to extend up to 10 years, which is among the longest in the industry.
Electrically, the medium-intensity obstruction light operates on a wide voltage range, supporting AC input from 90 to 265 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz with a tolerance of ±10% and ±6%, respectively. For DC power, it accepts voltage inputs between 10-30 VDC or 20-60 VDC, covering a broad range of installation scenarios. Flash rates can be selected from 20, 30, 40, or 60 flashes per minute to meet specific regulatory or operational requirements. The light complies with electromagnetic compatibility standards EN 61000-6-4 (emissions) and EN 61000-6-2 (immunity), ensuring reliable operation in electrically noisy environments. Robust Type 2 overvoltage protection is integrated, featuring varistors across line-to-earth, neutral-to-earth, and line-to-neutral circuits to safeguard against voltage spikes. Fault signaling is managed through an alarm relay with normally open or normally closed dry contacts, rated for switching voltages up to 50 VDC at 1 amp or 250 VAC at 6 amps. The RS-485 Modbus interface is galvanically isolated to prevent interference and enable reliable communication within lighting control networks.
Overall, the Obelux medium-intensity Type B/C 2,000cd red obstruction light combines rugged offshore-capable design, advanced fault and environmental protections, flexible control options, and full regulatory compliance to provide safe, energy-efficient, and dependable marking of tall structures in aviation-critical environments.The Obelux medium-intensity Type B/C obstruction light, delivering 2,000 candela in aviation red, is specifically engineered for marking tall structures such as wind turbines, transmission masts, chimneys, broadcast towers, and bridges. Designed to withstand demanding offshore conditions, this model is ideal for offshore wind turbine applications where robust performance and compliance with aviation safety standards are critical. The light integrates advanced features including fault monitoring, an automatic photocell for day and night operation, GPS synchronization to ensure precise and coordinated flashing, and a cold climate version equipped with a temperature-controlled heater for reliable use in harsh weather conditions. It supports both stand-alone operation and networked control via RS-485 Modbus communication as part of the Obelux aviation light system. Additionally, it offers an optional Modbus LAN TCP/IP interface for seamless integration into modern lighting management networks.
Optically, this obstruction light produces a configurable output of 2,000 candela fixed or flashing, with an option to reduce intensity to 200 candela for specific applications. The light is aviation red in color and includes an infrared (850nm) version compliant with Night Vision Goggles (NVG), enabling safe nighttime operations in sensitive areas. Its horizontal beam spans a full 360 degrees, ensuring visibility from all directions, while the vertical beam covers an angle greater than 3 degrees. The light also meets ICAO intensity limits by maintaining a maximum intensity of 1,125 candela at a vertical elevation angle of -1°, and 75 candela at a vertical elevation angle of -10°, in accordance with international standards.
This product is designed to meet ICAO International Standards and Recommended Practices as specified in Aerodromes Annex 14 Volume 1, 8th Edition (July 2018), particularly Chapter 6 on Medium-intensity Type B/C obstruction lights, fulfilling the requirements outlined in Table 6-3. It is also FAA compliant under Advisory Circular AC 150/5345-43J (dated March 11, 2019), meeting specifications for obstruction lighting equipment under FAA L-864 and L-885 standards.
Key features of the Obelux medium-intensity Type B/C light include its configurable red output that can operate in either fixed or flashing mode at 2,000 cd or reduced 200 cd levels. The light supports both stand-alone and RS-485 Modbus network operations, making it versatile for various system configurations. The built-in GPS synchronization allows multiple lights to flash in unison, improving pilot awareness and compliance with regulatory requirements. The photocell automatically adjusts light operation according to ambient light levels, conserving energy. The cold climate version incorporates a smart heater that activates as needed to prevent malfunction due to freezing temperatures. The device also features a dry contact alarm relay for fault detection and an interface for visibility sensors to adjust luminous output levels dynamically between 10%, 30%, and 100%. Installation and system expansion are simplified with the ability to easily chain multiple lights without the need for a junction box. An embedded web server enables convenient local or remote configuration and monitoring. The product comes with a standard 5-year warranty, with an option to extend up to 10 years, which is among the longest in the industry.
Electrically, the medium-intensity obstruction light operates on a wide voltage range, supporting AC input from 90 to 265 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz with a tolerance of ±10% and ±6%, respectively. For DC power, it accepts voltage inputs between 10-30 VDC or 20-60 VDC, covering a broad range of installation scenarios. Flash rates can be selected from 20, 30, 40, or 60 flashes per minute to meet specific regulatory or operational requirements. The light complies with electromagnetic compatibility standards EN 61000-6-4 (emissions) and EN 61000-6-2 (immunity), ensuring reliable operation in electrically noisy environments. Robust Type 2 overvoltage protection is integrated, featuring varistors across line-to-earth, neutral-to-earth, and line-to-neutral circuits to safeguard against voltage spikes. Fault signaling is managed through an alarm relay with normally open or normally closed dry contacts, rated for switching voltages up to 50 VDC at 1 amp or 250 VAC at 6 amps. The RS-485 Modbus interface is galvanically isolated to prevent interference and enable reliable communication within lighting control networks.
Overall, the Obelux medium-intensity Type B/C 2,000cd red obstruction light combines rugged offshore-capable design, advanced fault and environmental protections, flexible control options, and full regulatory compliance to provide safe, energy-efficient, and dependable marking of tall structures in aviation-critical environments.
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