Beacon Ray Model 17

[cwtiii]

Hey all....

Just acquired a Federal Beacon Ray Model 17, 12 volt, 2R 16C75P
pictured as follows

Is the large black wire the positive lead? How many amps is the draw of this light, in other words how big of a power supply should I use to power this light? Is there a specific place where this light should be grounded to complete a power circuit?

Thanks
Chuck

 

[Skulldigger]

Nice. Yes the black wire is your positive. The ground is through the frame mounted to the vehicle. for a display attach a ground wire somewhere on the metal frame. This would be a 1975 manufacture according to your SN.

 

[cwtiii]

Nice. Yes the black wire is your positive. The ground is through the frame mounted to the vehicle. for a display attach a ground wire somewhere on the metal frame. This would be a 1975 manufacture according to your SN.

Thanks for the information. any idea what the amp draw would be?

 

[cmb56]

The sealed beams should be 4416s and they are rated 30 Watt each.
That should mean 60 Watt for both and the motor take maybe 10 Watt.
60 + 10 = 70 / 12 Volt = 5,8 Amps.

Michael

 

[Mars Light]

Btw nice beacon in really shiny condition.

 

[cwtiii]

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The sealed beams should be 4416s and they are rated 30 Watt each.
That should mean 60 Watt for both and the motor take maybe 10 Watt.
60 + 10 = 70 / 12 Volt = 5,8 Amps.

Michael

Thanks for the information. Actually powered it up last night. Works well. The sealed beams do seem to be different to me though. As if one is flood and the other is spot. I’m going to attempt to take it apart I think to see if there is dirt on the interior of the lense. Do you know if these units usually equipped with one type of bulb?
Chuck

 

[cwtiii]

Btw nice beacon in really shiny condition.

Such a classic, I had to have it. And it appears to be in really good condition.
Thanks
Chuck

 

[cmb56]

The original sealed beam used in the Federal model 17-series of lights used the 4416, usually made by GE.
Any other type is user installed and wrong for the light.

If you want the light to be as original as possible make sure you install two 4416s.
General Electric might be a little difficult to get today but Wagner is a good substitute and a more common make today.

Losen the three clips that holds the sealed beam, pull out the sealed beam from the lamp head and you will be able to read on the back the model number and Voltage of the sealed beam.

There are two cables screwed to the power connectors on the back of the sealed beam so be careful when you pull the sealed beam out.

Michael

 

[jph2]

Good for you! Nice find! It looks sharp.

 

[Skulldigger]

Your welcome.

 

[cwtiii]

Noobie question... What is the correct way to get into the inner lense on the Model 17. Looking at the unit I believe that probably backing out the screws on the outside will release the plate that the motor/light unit is attached to. Would it be advisable to remove the manuacturers plate so that the screws holding it are not interfering with the decending motor/light unit plate?

Thanks,
Chuck

 

[cmb56]

You remove the three screws and separate the motor plate from the skirt.
The screws that holds the name tag do not interfer.
They have, by the way, nuts and lock washers on the inside.

Michael

 

[cwtiii]

You remove the three screws and separate the motor plate from the skirt.
The screws that holds the name tag do not interfer.
They have, by the way, nuts and lock washers on the inside.

Michael

Thanks for the insight into the disassembly!!!!
Chuck