Obstruction light AV series

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Description
The AV-60-863 (and AV-70-863 variant) are compact, self-contained solar barricade/obstruction lights providing steady red output compliant with FAA Type L-863-R. Designed for temporary or permanent aerodrome and construction applications, they operate without external cabling thanks to integrated solar panels and user-replaceable NiMH batteries. Order Codes: AV-60-863 & AV-70-863.

Key Benefits

• FAA and Buy American listed red lighting suitable for FAA-funded projects
• Quick deployment with no external power or wiring
• Optional RF control (AV-70) for wireless ON/OFF and intensity control
• Low maintenance with user-replaceable battery and long-life LEDs

Overview
Manufactured in the USA and compatible with FAA airport funding programs, the AV-60-863 family is Intertek certified to FAA L-863R for portable lighting use. These solar-powered LED units reduce the need for underground wiring and frequent servicing, providing a reliable obstruction marking solution for airfield, construction and maintenance operations.

Features

• Integrated solar + battery system
• Dual internal high-performance solar modules (AV-70) angled for optimal collection
• Fast deployment with no programming required
• IP68 waterproof rating
• User-replaceable rechargeable NiMH battery
• Ultra-high intensity LEDs with >50,000 h life

Light Characteristics

• LED light source, steady red output
• Omni-directional 360° horizontal coverage
• Intensity settings: High 100%, Medium 30%, Low 10%, Boost 150%
• LED life expectancy >50,000 hours

Electrical Characteristics

• Integrated circuit protection
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
• Charging temperature: -10°C to +50°C

Solar Characteristics

• Single (AV-60) or Dual (AV-70) monocrystalline solar modules
• MPPT charging regulation
• Optimised for low-light environments

Power Supply

• User-replaceable NiMH battery options: 8.6 Ah or 17.2 Ah
• External interface/charge port for programming and charging

Physical Characteristics

• UV-stabilised LEXAN polycarbonate body and lens
• Aviation yellow body finish
• IP68 ingress protection

Environmental & Mechanical Standards

• Shock and vibration tested to MIL standards
• Wind rated to 160 km/h
• Humidity resistance up to 100%

Options

• AV-60-863: External ON/OFF switch, external interface & charge port, dusk-to-dawn operation, multiple battery capacities
• AV-70-863: As above plus radio control via AvMesh network for wireless control and mode switching

Applications

• Barricade and obstruction marking
• Hazard and caution lighting for airside and construction zones
• Temporary airfield closures and portable lighting
• Maintenance and worksite perimeter marking

Compliance

• Intertek certified to FAA L-863R
• FAA AC 150/5345-50B Type L-863R
• Listed under FAA AC 150/5345-53D
• Meets FAA Engineering Brief 67 requirements
• Buy American Waiver issued; FCC Part 15B

Technical specifications

• Model / Order Codes: AV-60-863, AV-70-863
• Light colour: Red
• Output: Steady red, FAA Type L-863-R compliant
• LED life: >50,000 hours
• Intensity levels: 100% / 30% / 10% / Boost 150%
• Solar: Single or Dual monocrystalline modules with MPPT
• Battery: NiMH 8.6 Ah or 17.2 Ah (user-replaceable)
• Ingress protection: IP68
• Operating temp: -20°C to +50°C; Charging: -10°C to +50°C
• Materials: UV-stabilised LEXAN polycarbonate; aviation yellow body
• Environmental: Shock/vibration to MIL standards; wind rated to 160 km/h; humidity resistance up to 100%
• Options: Radio control (AV-70) via AvMesh; external interface/charge port; external ON/OFF; dusk-to-dawn operation