Order Code AV-60-863 & AV-70-863
The AV-60 & AV-70-863 are compact, self-contained solar aviation lights designed for hazard, caution and obstruction marking. Delivering a steady, red FAA Type L-863-R compliant output, it provides reliable night-time operation without the need for cabling or trenching. With an integrated solar and battery system, the AV-60-863 offers a simple, cost-effective solution for temporary or permanent installations in a wide range of environments.
Key Benefits
- FAA and Buy American listed Red lighting suitable for FAA-funded projects
- Fast installation with no external power or wiring
- Greater operational flexibility with optional RF control (AV-70)
- Low maintenance operation with a user-replaceable battery
Similar to our full line of LED Precision Approach Path Indicators (PAPI), the AV-60 & AV-70-863 are produced in the USA and have an approved FA National Buy American Waiver. This waiver allows the use of Federal Airport Improvement Program funds (AIP) for airport projects of all sizes.
For portable lighting applications, the AV-60-863 & AV-70-863 are Intertek certified to FAA L-863R. The solar-powered AV-60 & AV-70 are field-proven aviation lights that offer enormous benefits over traditional battery only or hard-wired aviation lights including low maintenance and no underground wiring.
These completely self-contained LED lights are designed to suit a range of aviation and general applications including construction, temporary, permanent or emergency barricade lighting.
The light offers standard Switch and External Interface port (Charge and Program port) is available with optional radio control (AV-70), which can be used in conjunction with a PALC, Handheld controller. Users can wirelessly control ON/OFF functions, adjust light intensities or switch between operational modes remotely.
Features
AV-60-863 / AV-70-863
- Integrated solar/battery system
- Dual internal high-performance solar modules angled to maximize solar collection
- Fast &easy to deploy – no programming
- IP68 waterproof rating
- User-replaceable rechargeable battery
- Ultra-high intensity LEDs (no changing globes ever)
Light Characteristics
- LED light source
- Available Colours: Red
- Omni-directional output with 360-degree horizontal coverage
- Intensity settings: High 100%, Medium 30%, Low 10 %, Boost 150%
- LED life expectancy over 50,000 hours
Electrical Characteristics
- Integrated circuit protection
- Operating temperature range: -20°C to +50°C
- Charging -10°C to +50°C
Solar Characteristics
- Single (AV-60) or Dual (AV-70) monocrystalline solar modules
- Maximum Power Point Tracking charging regulation
- Optimised for low sunlight environments
Power Supply
- High-grade NiMH batter (8.6Ah or 17.2Ah)
- External Interface Port for programming and charging
Physical Characteristics
- UV stabilised LEXAN polycarbonate body and lens
- Aviation yellow body.
- IP68 ingress protection
- Robust design for demanding operational use
Environmental Standards
- Shock and vibration tested to MIL standards
- Wind rated up to 160 km/h
- Humidity resistance up to 100 per cent
Options
AV-60-863
- External ON/OFF switch
- External interface & charge port
- Dusk-to-Dawn operation
- Multiple battery capacity configurations
AV-70-863
- External ON/OFF switch
- External interface &charge port
- Dusk-to-Dawn operation
- Radio control via AvMesh network
- Multiple battery capacity configurations.
Applications
- Barricade lighting
- Obstruction marking
- Hazard and caution lighting
- Temporary airfield closures
- Construction and maintenance zones
Compliance
AV-60-863 & AV-70-863
- Intertek certified to FAA L-863R
- FAA AC 150/5345-50B Type L-836R
- Listed under FAA AC 150/5345-53D
- Meets requirements of FAA Engineering Brief 67
- Buy American Waiver issued
- FCC Part 15B