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{{Infobox siren|title=Federal Signal Model ECLIPSE|image=Eclipse8 Official.jpg|caption=Federal Signal ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>|company=[[Federal Signal Corporation]]|produced=2006-present|type=[[Omnidirectional]] [[Electromechanical]]|output=107-115 dB @ 100 ft|hp=7 hp|voltage=48|current=DC|preceded=[[Federal Signal STH-10]]
{{Infobox siren|title=Federal Signal Eclipse|image=Eclipse8 Official.jpg|caption=Federal Signal Eclipse 8|company=[[Federal Signal Corporation]]|produced=August 2005-present|type=[[Omnidirectional]] [[Electromechanical]]|output=107-115 dB @ 100 ft|hp=6.5|voltage=48|current=DC|preceded=[[STH-10]]<br>[[STL-10]]|manual=https://www.fedsig.com/sites/default/files/resource_library_document/Eclipse8%20Electro-Mechanical%20DC%20Power%20Siren%20Manual%20I%20255368.pdf|sheet=https://www.fedsig.com/product/eclipse8-siren}}The '''Eclipse''' is a mid-range, DC-powered mechanical omni-directional siren manufactured by [[:Category:Federal Signal Corporation|Federal Signal Corporation]].
[[Federal Signal STL-10]]
<div>[[Federal Signal Model 5]]</div>
<div>[[Federal Signal RSH-10]]</div>|manual=https://drive.google.com/file/d/16gclbNEAJRVOcmjeXut0ZSyjTmXOjMSE/view?usp=sharing|sheet=https://www.fedsig.com/product/eclipse8-siren}}The '''Model ECLIPSE''' refers to two mid-range DC-powered mechanical sirens manufactured by [[:Category:Federal Signal Corporation|Federal Signal Corporation]], the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> and Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup>.  


The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> and Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup> compete with similar sirens such as ASC's [[ASC Tempest|T-121]] and [[Sentry Siren]]'s [[Sentry 3V8|3V8-B]] and [[Sentry 7V8|7V8-B]]. However, they are greatly outperformed by the ASC T-121.
== History and design ==
The Eclipse was introduced to market in August of 2005, succeeding the popular [[STH-10]] siren which was discontinued in December of the same year. The Eclipse was created due to the increasing demand for a DC-powered omnidirectional siren, which Federal lacked at the time. Federal opted to use a rotor design very similar to those used in [[American Signal Corporation|ASC]]'s [[ASC Tempest|Tempest]] sirens, which resulted in a high-performance siren that did not consume much power.
 
The Eclipse features an aluminum construction consisting of a spun aluminum motor cover and intake as well as a cast aluminum stator, rotor and projector horns for excellent corrosion resistance, outclassing the rust-prone steel [[STH-10]]. The Eclipse is powered by the same 6.5 horsepower 48 Volt DC motor found in the [[2001]] siren series. Coupled with an 8-port rotor, the Eclipse is capable of producing a 500 Hertz tone up to 115 dBc at 100 feet<ref name=":0">https://www.fedsig.com/product/eclipse8-siren#specifications</ref>. These units are designed to operate with any power requirements, whether it's completely off grid with solar power, or fully grid-dependent through use of an AC to DC rectifier. They may be configured for pole or roof mounting, making them versatile for nearly any environment.  


== Models ==
== Models ==


=== Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> ===
=== Eclipse 8 ===
Introduced into Federal's lineup in 2006, the '''Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>''' is powered by a small 7 hp DC motor, driving an 8-port rotor and stator. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> is a very simple siren, and is made of unpainted, corrosion-resistant stainless steel which greatly improves its durability and resistance to weathering. Because of this, the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> is suited to nearly any environment.
Eclipse 8 is the main model, equipped with projector horns for the maximum performance the Eclipse has to offer, up to 115 dBc at 100 feet<ref name=":0" />. It is the most common of the two models.


Being a DC powered siren, the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> is battery backup capable, and can also be run on solar panels. If DC power is unavailable, the siren can also run on an AC rectifier. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> is meant as a small siren for small towns or coverage gaps where battery backup is wanted and boasts a performance of 115 dB at 100 ft, equivalent to its predecessor, the larger [[Federal Signal STH-10|STH-10]]. It has become popular with fire stations as a replacement for aging Federal Signal [[Federal Signal Model 5|Model 5s]], none of which can run when the power is out. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> directly replaced Federal's STH-10 in Federal's lineup, as it is a superior siren for its purpose.
=== Eclipse NH ===
Eclipse NH, standing for No Horns, is the same as the Eclipse 8, but lacks projector horns for a cheaper, yet less performant model. This model was removed from public catalogs in 2013, becoming a special order item only. This model is capable of producing up to 107 dBc at 100 feet. Due to its lack of performance and advertising, it is far less common than the Eclipse-8.


The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> also has a rotational variant in the form of the [[Federal Signal 2001|Equinox]], which is a [[Federal Signal 2001|2001-130]] with the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>'s rotor and stator replacing the usual 12-port Model 5 rotor and stator. Unfortunately, the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>'s chopper is not suited for this purpose, sticking out into the Equinox's housing, hampering air intake and resulting in severely reduced sound output. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>'s rotor and stator also are used in the [[Federal Signal 508-128|508-128]] rotational siren, which was an improved design over the Equinox.
== References ==
 
=== Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup> ===
The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> has a variant without the horns attached, which is known as the '''Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup>'''. It is considered an even cheaper option for towns on a budget and as a competitor to the T-112, but this severely harms the siren's sound output and range as it can only reach 107 dB at 100 ft. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup> has the horn mounts visible on the stator ports, similar to the T-112. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup> is very rare, due to its severely lacking performance and disadvantages compared to the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> and T-112, making it obsolete even in its own niche.


== References ==
https://web.archive.org/web/20060314130634/http://www.federalwarningsystems.com/news/news_display.php?id=915


[[Category:Federal Signal Corporation]][[Category:Electromechanical Sirens]][[Category:Omnidirectional Sirens]]
[[Category:Federal Signal Corporation]][[Category:Electromechanical Sirens]][[Category:Omnidirectional Sirens]]
[[Category:Single Toned Sirens]][[Category:Sirens]]
[[Category:Single Toned Sirens]][[Category:Sirens]]
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Latest revision as of 08:21, 20 October 2024

Federal Signal Eclipse

Federal Signal Eclipse 8

Company Federal Signal Corporation
Produced August 2005-present
Type Omnidirectional Electromechanical
Sound output 107-115 dB @ 100 ft
Horsepower 6.5
Voltage 48 V DC
Preceded by STH-10
STL-10
Documentation Manual
Product sheet

The Eclipse is a mid-range, DC-powered mechanical omni-directional siren manufactured by Federal Signal Corporation.

History and design

The Eclipse was introduced to market in August of 2005, succeeding the popular STH-10 siren which was discontinued in December of the same year. The Eclipse was created due to the increasing demand for a DC-powered omnidirectional siren, which Federal lacked at the time. Federal opted to use a rotor design very similar to those used in ASC's Tempest sirens, which resulted in a high-performance siren that did not consume much power.

The Eclipse features an aluminum construction consisting of a spun aluminum motor cover and intake as well as a cast aluminum stator, rotor and projector horns for excellent corrosion resistance, outclassing the rust-prone steel STH-10. The Eclipse is powered by the same 6.5 horsepower 48 Volt DC motor found in the 2001 siren series. Coupled with an 8-port rotor, the Eclipse is capable of producing a 500 Hertz tone up to 115 dBc at 100 feet[1]. These units are designed to operate with any power requirements, whether it's completely off grid with solar power, or fully grid-dependent through use of an AC to DC rectifier. They may be configured for pole or roof mounting, making them versatile for nearly any environment.

Models

Eclipse 8

Eclipse 8 is the main model, equipped with projector horns for the maximum performance the Eclipse has to offer, up to 115 dBc at 100 feet[1]. It is the most common of the two models.

Eclipse NH

Eclipse NH, standing for No Horns, is the same as the Eclipse 8, but lacks projector horns for a cheaper, yet less performant model. This model was removed from public catalogs in 2013, becoming a special order item only. This model is capable of producing up to 107 dBc at 100 feet. Due to its lack of performance and advertising, it is far less common than the Eclipse-8.

References