24376q. SOLAR POWERED MARINE SIGNAL LANTERN 155MM TYPE FA-249 RED (not shown) WITH 4-PLACE BULB HOLDER AND POWER SUPPLY. c.1970’s.
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24376q. SOLAR POWERED MARINE SIGNAL LANTERN 155MM TYPE FA-249 RED (not shown) WITH 4-PLACE BULB HOLDER AND POWER SUPPLY. c.1970’s.
24376q. SOLAR POWERED MARINE SIGNAL LANTERN 155MM TYPE FA-249 RED (not shown) WITH 4-PLACE BULB HOLDER AND POWER SUPPLY. c.1970’s. Automatic Power Inc. Model FA-249-29. Unit is used, complete with controller and APCL-5 4-place selectable bulb holder and power supply (includes original bulbs). Lantern is mounted on heavy aluminum base with two 10” square photovoltaic panels. Marine ATON lanterns are used in thousands of installations worldwide in lighthouses, and to mark buoys, offshore structures, channels, bridges, barges and docks. This original lantern contains a highly efficient clear 360 acrylic fresnel lens which is single piece injection molded with 1”bird spike. Base is heavy duty PVC, gasketed. Lantern is 155 mm size and stands approximately 18″ to top of cap. Base is molded from UV-stabilized fiberglass and polyester resin compound with an overall diameter of approximately 10”. Acrylic lens measures 11″ high by approximately 6 ½” in diameter. Overall height of entire unit 28”. Beacon is used, light wear but appears serviceable. No warranty is implied. Unknown if electronics are operational. Unit will need a battery unit, which is not included. With a little cleaning and work, a great lamp for a lighthouse, etc. Perfect for yard or post light, wharf, barn or driveway and will be striking when lit. (VG+). $465.