Choosing an aviation obstruction light for an overhead power line starts with the application, conductor dimensions and electrical operating conditions. These details help establish whether the proposed light is suitable before you compare quotations.
The Alrouf AR-CM-001 is a conductor-mounted LED warning light designed for overhead power transmission lines. It produces red illumination and harvests energy by induction from the current flowing through the conductor.
This guide explains the main checks when reviewing the AR-CM-001 for a power line project in Saudi Arabia.
Start by identifying the asset that requires warning illumination.
The AR-CM-001 mounts directly on an overhead conductor, with its lighting assembly positioned below the wire. The catalogue identifies applications associated with power lines, airports, heliports and river crossings.
When preparing an enquiry, describe the installation location and confirm that the requirement is for a conductor-mounted aircraft warning light. Include the project specification so the proposed product can be assessed against the intended application.
The catalogue specifies a compatible conductor diameter of 15–40 mm.
Provide the actual diameter when requesting product selection or a quotation. A description such as “high-voltage conductor” does not provide enough information to check the mechanical fit.
The AR-CM-001 catalogue describes an aluminium mounting assembly, self-locking screws, anti-drop provisions and an anti-rotation nut. Request the applicable mounting details for the conductor being considered.
The AR-CM-001 uses inductive power harvesting. Its energy source is the magnetic field surrounding the conductor when current flows through it.
For this reason, review three electrical details:
| Detail | What to provide or confirm |
|---|---|
| Line voltage | The project’s operating voltage; the catalogue describes suitability up to 500 kV |
| Operating current | The current conditions under which the light must operate |
| Line frequency | Compatibility with the listed 50/60 Hz frequency |
The catalogue contains different operating-current figures across its pages. Obtain clarification of the current range applicable to the supplied AR-CM-001 before final selection.
For a fuller explanation of its energy source, read how conductor marking lights work on overhead power lines.
The catalogue describes the AR-CM-001 as a low-intensity Type B obstruction light with:
Review these characteristics against the lighting requirements stated in the project specification. The catalogue alone does not establish the required number of lights, their spacing or the complete arrangement for a particular site.
The AR-CM-001 includes an integrated photocell for automatic control according to ambient light conditions. The catalogue lists a photocell activation threshold of 50 lux.
Keep the control method and power source separate when reviewing the product. The photocell controls operation according to surrounding light, while the induction assembly supplies energy from the current-carrying conductor.
The catalogue does not specify a backup power source or operation when the line is de-energized. If the project requires illumination during a line outage, request a technical response addressing that requirement.
The catalogue lists IP66 protection and construction using stainless steel, aluminium alloy and polycarbonate.
It also describes a UV-protected polycarbonate lens and internal resin filling intended to resist vibration.
These details belong in the technical review alongside the site’s environmental requirements. The catalogue gives different operating-temperature ranges on its pages, so obtain the confirmed range for the supplied model before approval.
| Product detail | Catalogue information |
|---|---|
| Frame | Stainless steel |
| Mounting and body components | Aluminium alloy |
| Lens | Polycarbonate |
| Ingress protection | IP66 |
| Power consumption | Less than 5 W |
| Listed service life | Up to 100,000 hours |
| Listed warranty | Five years |
The catalogue references ICAO Annex 14, Volume I, Chapter 6, low-intensity Type B lighting, and FAA AC 150/5345-43 / Type L-810.
Ask for supporting documents that identify the proposed model and the requirements covered. Review those documents against the project specification before making a final selection.
A reference printed in a catalogue should be assessed together with the supporting product evidence.
Once the technical requirements are clear, request a quotation identifying the model, quantity, mounting components and delivery requirements.
The AR-CM-001 catalogue does not publish a selling price or confirm current stock. Ask for availability, delivery lead time and applicable warranty terms in writing.
For a practical quotation checklist, see our guide to obstruction light prices and quotation requirements in Saudi Arabia.
Provide the application, conductor diameter, line voltage, operating current, frequency and project lighting requirements.
The catalogue specifies conductor diameters from 15 mm to 40 mm.
Its described power source is electromagnetic induction from the conductor. The catalogue does not list a solar panel.
The catalogue does not provide a live-line installation procedure. Obtain separate technical confirmation of the installation method and requirements.
No. It does not provide a project-specific spacing schedule or the number of units required.
For an AR-CM-001 selection enquiry, send Alrouf the conductor diameter, line voltage, operating-current information, frequency, required quantity and project location.
Include the project specification and any documentation requirements so the proposed product can be reviewed before quotation and approval.
