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Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights: Features, Applications & Selection Guide

What Are Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights?

Medium-intensity aircraft warning lights are aviation obstruction lighting systems designed to make elevated structures more visible to aircraft. They provide a clear visual indication of potential obstacles and are used where medium-intensity obstruction lighting is required.

The Al Rouf ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) is a Type A medium-intensity aviation obstruction light designed for applications requiring reliable and visible obstruction marking. The system combines high-efficiency SMT LED technology with an advanced optical lighting system and a three-layer reflective optical structure.

To understand the role of aircraft warning lights more generally, see our guide to What Are Aircraft Warning Lights?.

Why Are Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights Important?

Elevated structures can present an obstruction risk to aircraft, particularly when visibility is reduced. Medium-intensity aircraft warning lights help make these structures more visible by providing a consistent aviation obstruction signal.

The appropriate obstruction light depends on factors such as the structure, required visibility, operating environment, lighting configuration, and applicable aviation requirements.

For projects that require a different intensity level, the appropriate solution may be a low- or high-intensity aircraft warning light. Learn more about Low-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights and High-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights.

What Are the Key Features of Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights?

High-Efficiency LED Technology

The ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) uses high-efficiency SMT LED chips designed to provide high brightness, low power consumption, and long service life. The product documentation specifies a light-source lifespan of ≥200,000 hours.

Advanced Optical Lighting System

The product uses an independently developed optical lighting system. Its spotlight angle is designed to meet ICAO requirements, while the three-layer reflective optical structure supports high brightness and long service life.

The ARTX-MI has a 3° vertical divergence and 360° horizontal output.

Aviation Aluminum Housing

The housing uses high-intensity cast aviation aluminum with a fully sealed structure. The product also uses advanced high-thermal-conductive stoving varnish technology to support heat dissipation while helping reduce the lamp's weight and volume.

Protection Against Harsh Weather

The ARTX-MI is designed for demanding outdoor environments. The product documentation specifies resistance to impact, lightning, sunlight, snow, typhoons, hail, and other severe weather conditions. It also includes over-current protection.

The light has an IP65 protection rating, an operating temperature range of -40°C to +55°C, and a specified wind load of 240 km/h.

Surge and Lightning Protection

The management circuit includes strong lightning protection and a surge protection device designed to support operation in extremely demanding environments. The documented surge protection rating is 5 kA.

Flexible Control and Synchronization

The ARTX-MI can be customized with advanced functions including:

  • GPS Beidou wireless synchronization
  • LORA-10KM wireless synchronization
  • Remote control
  • Telemetering

These options can support projects that require synchronized operation, remote control, or monitoring capabilities.

What Are the Applications of Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights?

Medium-intensity aircraft warning lights are used for aviation obstruction lighting where structures need to be clearly visible to aircraft.

The ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) is designed as a medium-intensity aviation obstruction light. Its application should be determined according to the structure, project requirements, and applicable aviation specifications.

Typical project considerations include:

  • Elevated structures
  • Aviation obstruction marking
  • Structures located in areas where aviation visibility requirements apply
  • Projects requiring Type A medium-intensity obstruction lighting

The exact application and lighting configuration should always be confirmed according to the applicable project and aviation requirements.

What Standards Does the ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) Follow?

The product documentation references CAAC, ICAO, and FAA requirements and identifies the following specifications and standards:

  • MH/T 6012-2015
  • AC-137-CA-2017
  • ICAO Annex 14 Volume I, 8th Edition
  • Advisory Circular 150/5345-43J

The document states that the optical spotlight angle meets CAAC and ICAO requirements.

For projects involving aviation obstruction lighting, the applicable standard should be confirmed according to the project's location and regulatory requirements.

What Is the Effective Intensity of the ARTX-MI?

The ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) has a documented effective intensity of:

  • Daytime: 20,000 cd
  • Nighttime: 2,000 cd

The product also includes a photocell stage of 50/100 Lux for light-control operation.

What Is the Power Consumption of the ARTX-MI?

The ARTX-MI has an average power consumption of ≤10.5W.

The documented power supply options are AC220V and DC180V, with a power frequency of 50Hz–60Hz for AC operation.

Does the ARTX-MI Support Flashing Operation?

Yes. The documented working mode supports flashing at 20–60 times per minute. The emitted color is white, and the light source is LED.

Medium-Intensity vs. Low-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights

The main difference between medium-intensity and low-intensity aircraft warning lights is the required level of visibility and the application for which the lighting system is specified.

The appropriate intensity should not be selected based only on a generic preference. Project requirements, structure characteristics, applicable aviation standards, and the required lighting configuration should all be considered.

For a detailed look at low-intensity solutions, read our Low-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights: Applications, Features & Selection Guide.

Medium-Intensity vs. High-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights

High-intensity aircraft warning lights are designed for applications requiring a higher level of obstruction visibility, while medium-intensity systems provide a different level of lighting according to project requirements.

The correct solution depends on the structure, location, required visibility, applicable regulations, and lighting configuration.

For more information about high-intensity systems, read our High-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights: Applications, Features & Selection Guide.

ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Light

The Al Rouf ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) is a Type A medium-intensity aviation obstruction light designed for applications requiring reliable obstruction lighting.

Key Product Specifications

  • Model: ARTX-MI (TYPE-A)
  • Type: Medium-Intensity Type A
  • Light source: LED
  • Emitted color: White
  • Effective intensity: 20,000 cd daytime / 2,000 cd nighttime
  • Vertical divergence: 3°
  • Horizontal output: 360°
  • Average power: ≤10.5W
  • Working mode: Flashing 20–60 times/minute
  • Power supply: AC220V / DC180V
  • Power frequency: 50Hz–60Hz
  • Protection grade: IP65
  • Ambient temperature: -40°C to +55°C
  • Wind load: 240 km/h
  • Overall size: 267 × 267 × 215 mm
  • Weight: 4.5 kg, excluding mounting bracket
  • Light source lifespan: ≥200,000 hours
  • Surge protection: 5 kA
  • Altitude: ≥2,500 m
  • Relative humidity: 0%–95%
  • Photocell stage: 50/100 Lux

For complete product information, visit the Al Rouf ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Light.

You can also explore the complete Aircraft Warning Lights product range.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights

What are medium-intensity aircraft warning lights?

Medium-intensity aircraft warning lights are aviation obstruction lighting systems used to make elevated structures more visible to aircraft where medium-intensity obstruction lighting is required.

What is the ARTX-MI (TYPE-A)?

The ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) is a Type A medium-intensity aviation obstruction light from Al Rouf Lighting Technology.

What is the effective intensity of the ARTX-MI?

The ARTX-MI has an effective intensity of 20,000 cd during the daytime and 2,000 cd at night.

Does the ARTX-MI use LED technology?

Yes. The product uses high-efficiency SMT LED chips and specifies a light-source lifespan of ≥200,000 hours.

What is the power consumption of the ARTX-MI?

The average power consumption is ≤10.5W.

Is the ARTX-MI suitable for outdoor environments?

Yes. The product has an IP65 protection rating, operates from -40°C to +55°C, and is designed to withstand impact, lightning, sunlight, snow, typhoons, hail, and other severe weather conditions.

Does the ARTX-MI support synchronization?

Yes. The product can be customized with GPS Beidou wireless synchronization and LORA-10KM wireless synchronization. Remote control and telemetering are also available as customized functions.

Does the ARTX-MI have surge protection?

Yes. The product includes a surge protection device and strong lightning protection, with a documented surge protection rating of 5 kA.

What standards are referenced for the ARTX-MI?

The product documentation references CAAC, ICAO, and FAA requirements, including MH/T 6012-2015, AC-137-CA-2017, ICAO Annex 14 Volume I, 8th Edition, and Advisory Circular 150/5345-43J.

How do I choose the right aircraft warning light?

The appropriate aircraft warning light depends on the structure, required visibility, application, environmental conditions, lighting configuration, and applicable aviation requirements.

For a general overview, read What Are Aircraft Warning Lights?.

For comparison between different intensity levels, you can also review our guides to Low-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights and High-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights.

Explore Al Rouf Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Lights

Al Rouf Lighting Technology provides aviation obstruction lighting solutions designed for different project requirements and intensity levels.

Explore the ARTX-MI (TYPE-A) Medium-Intensity Aircraft Warning Light or browse the complete Aircraft Warning Lights product range to explore available solutions.

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