Francis Searchlight FR230
Manually operated searchlight for navigation and surveillance on vessels and vehicles. The FR230 incorporates marine-grade construction with IP56 sealing for demanding land and sea environments. Delivers 700 m effective range with external lamp focus adjustment and 450° pan rotation.
The Francis FR230 searchlight is engineered for operation in demanding maritime and terrestrial environments. Construction uses marine-grade materials and fixings throughout, with toughened front glass and parabolic reflector for focused beam delivery.
Manual operation with external lamp focus adjustment enables rapid beam positioning. Light shield minimizes stray light spillage. Pan rotation capability of 450° provides comprehensive coverage without repositioning the mounting structure.
Suitable for smaller boats, fishing vessels, police launches, coast guard vessels, leisure craft, and select military vehicle applications.
APPLICATIONS
Primary use cases.
Commercial Fishing Vessels
Navigation and deck illumination for night operations. Compact form factor suits smaller vessel installations.
Law Enforcement & Coast Guard
Search and surveillance operations. Manual control enables rapid target acquisition and tracking.
Leisure Craft
Navigation lighting for larger recreational vessels. 700 m range supports safe night passage.
Military Vehicles
Tactical illumination for select ground and amphibious platforms. Marine-grade construction withstands field deployment.
TECHNICAL DATA
Complete specifications and tolerances for the Francis Searchlight FR230.
| PARAMETER | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|
| Part Number | A2808 / A2810 |
| Voltage | 12V / 24V DC |
| Wattage | 100 W / 150 W |
| Lamp Type | Tungsten Halogen |
| Lamp Life | 2,000 hrs |
| Effective Range | 700 m |
| Pan Rotation | 450° |
| Sealing Rating | IP56 |
| Primary Material | Brass with marine-grade fixings |
| Reflector | Parabolic glass |
| Front Glass | Toughened |
| Focus Adjustment | External manual |
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Validated by the world's leading maritime classification societies.
IP56
Dust and water jet protection. Sealed against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction.
TECHNICAL FAQ
Common specifications and regulatory inquiries.
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SUPPLEMENTARY FILES
Data Sheets, Manuals, and Technical Specifications.
