PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The model 824 family is a medium profile, multi-flash strobe light which can be changed by the customer from double flash to quad flash operation. It features universal mounting, full size 360° Lexan® lens, high efficiency regulated solid state power supply, and heavy duty xenon strobe lamp. DC units have polarity protection and built-in filters to protect against radio interference and spike voltages. AC units are designed to withstand multiple line transient spikes of 6000V without damage.
The model 824 strobe features a fully potted, Lexan®, multi-purpose mounting base which is vibration and water resistant, and has a plug-in strobe lamp and photocell which can be activated to automatically reduce intensity during nighttime operation.
Key Features
- Universal mounting
- Built-in RFI filters
- Solid state power supply
- Xenon strobe lamp
- Available in amber, blue, clear, green, purple, and red
- 5-year warranty on power supply
- 1-year warranty on lamp
- UL listed (AC models only)
- 1300 ECP
Specifications
- Flash Rate:
- 68 to 72 double flashes per minute
- 58 to 62 quad multi-flashes per minute
- Light Output:
- 950 effective candlepower (ECP)* (Double flash)
- 1300 effective candlepower (ECP)* (Quad flash)
- Voltage and Amperage:
- 12-28VDC draws 2.2 to 2.4A @ 12V tapering to 1.2 to 1.4A @ 28V at hi intensity
- 120VAC draws 0.8A peak, 0.5 to 0.6A average
- 240VAC draws 0.8A peak, 0.5 to 0.6A average
- Power Supply Output @ 240V Input:
- 17 joules per double flash. 1,700,000 Peak Candlepower**
- 25 joules per quad multi-flash. 2,500,000 Peak Candlepower**
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to 65°C
- Size and Weight: 6.75” tall x 5.5” dia. x 2.2 lbs (171mm x 140mm x 1.06kg)
- Encapsulation: Fully potted in urethane material with no exposure to High Voltage possible
Models
| Model | Description | Voltage |
| 824–110 | AC strobe with 10” leads, UL listed | 120VAC, 50/60Hz |
| 824LC–110 | AC strobe with AC cord set, UL listed | 120VAC, 50/60Hz |
| 824–240 | AC strobe with 10” leads, UL listed | 240VAC, 50/60Hz |
| 824–1228 | DC strobe with 10” leads | 12 – 28VDC |
| 824MB–1228 | DC strobe, magnetic mount and 10’ coil cord | 12 – 28VDC |
| 824MBSC–1228 | DC strobe, magnetic mount and 10’ straight cord | 12 – 28VDC |
Architect and Engineer Specifications
The visual signaling beacon shall be Tomar model 824 or approved equal. The light source shall be a plug-in field replaceable xenon strobe lamp. The beacon shall have a field selectable double or quad flash rate of 68 to 72 double flashes per minute, or 58 to 62 quad flashes per minute. The warning beacon shall have a Lexan® lens and universal mount base. The DC voltage units are to have polarity protection, and must have built-in RFI filters to protect against radio interference and spike voltages. All beacons must have fully potted power supply and base. The AC units shall be designed to withstand multiple line transient spikes of 6000V without damage. Light intensity is to be 950 effective candelas in double-flash mode, and 1300 effective candelas in quad-flash mode. Voltage ranges shall be 12-28VDC, 120 VAC, and 240VAC. Strobe light shall be designed to accept a dome guard and mounting bracket.
NOTE
*ECP (Effective Candlepower) is the intensity that would appear to an observer if the light were burning steadily.
**Peak Candlepower is the maximum light intensity generated by a flashing light during its light pulse.
IS Documents
- IS0009 - MODEL 800-110, 802-110, 840-110 AND 1250-120 120VAC DOUBLE FLASH STROBE LIGHTS
- IS0215-04 - MODELS 824-110, 824-240, 8024-110, 8024-240 MULTISTROBE 120VAC AND 240VAC DOUBLE AND QUAD FLASH STROBE LIGHT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- IS0052-02 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS 824, 8024 (12-28 VDC) STROBELIGHTS
FAQ's
Will a 120vac light work on 110vac? A 240vac unit on 220vac?
Yes, operating voltage is actually +/- 10% of rated voltage.
Can I use a replacement 8 pin Tomar strobe tube in another manufacturers fixture if it physically fits?
No, the strobe tube should be matched to the model of the strobe light
Are your ½” male and female pipe mounts NPT, or another thread type (i.e. straight conduit)?
Our male and female pipe mounts are NPT
Where can I find the product data sheets
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