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{{Infobox siren|title=ECLIPSE|image=Eclipserturo.png|caption=A Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> in Nashville, TN. Photo taken by Jackson P. (armoturo).|company=[[Federal Signal]]|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]]. 
|image= [[File:Eclipse8 Official.jpg|200px]]
 
|produced= 2005-present
== History and Design ==
|company= Federal Signal Corporation
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 hp 48 V DC motor found in the [[2001]] line. Coupled with an 8-port rotor, the Eclipse is capable of producing a 500 Hz tone up to 115 dBc at 100 ft<ref name=":0">https://www.fedsig.com/product/eclipse8-siren#specifications</ref>. The ECLIPSE is designed to operate with any power requirements, whether 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.
|type= [[Electromechanical]]
 
|preceded= [[STH-10]]
=== ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> ===
|predate = 2005
''ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>'' is the main model, equipped with projector horns for the maximum performance the Eclipse has to offer, up to 115 dBc at 100 ft<ref name=":0" />. It is the most common of the 2 models. The Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> also shares traits with the [[2001|Equinox]], simply a [[2001|2001-130]] with the Model ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>'s rotor and stator replacing the usual 12-port 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 [[508-128|Model 508-128]], an improved design over the Equinox.
|output= 107 (Eclipse-NH), 115 (Eclipse-8)
 
|sheet= https://www.fedsig.com/product/eclipse8-siren
=== ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup> ===
}}
''ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup>'' (''NH'' standing for ''No Horns'') is a variant of the ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup> which 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 ft. Due to its lack of performance and advertising, it is far less common than the ECLIPSE<sup>8</sup>.
== General ==
 
The Eclipse siren was released by Federal Signal Corporation in August of 2005, succeeding their popular STH-10 which would be discontinued December of the same year. The Eclipse is an omni-directional, mid-range 8 port siren, and boasts an entirely aluminum build. The Eclipse is offered in two variants: the Eclipse-8 utilizes rectangular aluminum horns to direct sound outwards, while the Eclipse-NH lacks horns but provides more localized sound dispersion. The Eclipse is a DC siren, however it may run off of AC power with the use of a DC rectifier. Additionally, both units may be pole or roof mounted. The Eclipse-NH was listed along with the Eclipse-8 from their release up until 2013 when it was removed from their product line, becoming a special order unit.
== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:ECLIPSENH.jpg|A Model ECLIPSE<sup>NH</sup> in Cayucos, CA. Photo taken by IsoSirens.
</gallery>


== References ==
== 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:Eclipse Series]][[Category:Single Toned Sirens]][[Category:Sirens]]
 
[[Category:Federal Signal Corporation]][[Category:Electromechanical Sirens]][[Category:Omnidirectional Sirens]]
[[Category:Single Toned Sirens]][[Category:Sirens]]
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Latest revision as of 20:11, 20 February 2025

ECLIPSE

A Model ECLIPSE8 in Nashville, TN. Photo taken by Jackson P. (armoturo).

Company Federal Signal
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 hp 48 V DC motor found in the 2001 line. Coupled with an 8-port rotor, the Eclipse is capable of producing a 500 Hz tone up to 115 dBc at 100 ft[1]. The ECLIPSE is designed to operate with any power requirements, whether 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.

ECLIPSE8

ECLIPSE8 is the main model, equipped with projector horns for the maximum performance the Eclipse has to offer, up to 115 dBc at 100 ft[1]. It is the most common of the 2 models. The Model ECLIPSE8 also shares traits with the Equinox, simply a 2001-130 with the Model ECLIPSE8's rotor and stator replacing the usual 12-port rotor and stator. Unfortunately, the Model ECLIPSE8'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 ECLIPSE8's rotor and stator also are used in the Model 508-128, an improved design over the Equinox.

ECLIPSENH

ECLIPSENH (NH standing for No Horns) is a variant of the ECLIPSE8 which 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 ft. Due to its lack of performance and advertising, it is far less common than the ECLIPSE8.

Gallery

References