Power Line Marker Balls Aircraft Warning Sphere AO-WS-A1
Power Line Marker Balls, also known as Aircraft Warning Spheres, are specialized devices used to enhance the visibility of power lines and prevent accidents involving low-flying aircraft. These marker balls are typically attached to power lines, transmission towers, or other structures to indicate their presence and height, especially in areas with low visibility or during nighttime.
Power Line Marker Balls are usually made of brightly colored, high-visibility materials such as fluorescent orange, yellow, or red. The vibrant colors make them easily distinguishable, even from a distance. The marker balls come in various sizes, depending on the specific requirements of the power line or tower.
These marker balls serve as a visual warning for pilots, alerting them to the presence of power lines and helping them avoid potential collisions. By making power lines more visible, they play a crucial role in ensuring aviation safety, especially in rural and mountainous areas where power lines may be difficult to spot.
In addition to their visual properties, some marker balls are equipped with reflective materials or lights to further enhance their visibility during low-light conditions. This ensures that they remain visible even in adverse weather or at night.
Power Line Marker Balls are designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, including strong winds, heavy rain, and exposure to UV radiation. They are made from durable materials that can withstand prolonged outdoor use.
Overall, Power Line Marker Balls are an essential safety measure for both power companies and aviation authorities. They contribute to the prevention of accidents and the protection of both aircraft and power infrastructure.
Overview:
AO-WS-A1 aircraft warning sphere designed to use for high-rise transmission lines, provide daytime visual warning or nighttime visual warning if comes with reflective tape, for electricity transmission line and overhead wire for aircraft pilots, especially cross river high voltage transmission lines. This power line marker balls are made of high-grade Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics(FRP), diameter of 600mm. Our powerline marker balls are high voltage power line markers.
Compliance:
1. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Aerodromes, Annex 14, Volume 1, Eighth Edition, dated July 2018
2. FAA AC 70/7460-1K, obstruction Marking and Lighting.
Features:
1. Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer durable material with better weather resistant.
2. Super corrosion resistant character, stainless steel bolts and nuts.
3. Aluminum alloy cable clamp guarantees good corrosion resistance.
4. Various size of cable clamps are available to fit for customers’ cable conductor.
5. Drain holes structure can prevent accumulated rain water inside the power line marker balls.
6. Powerline marker balls stacking compatible design, save storage space and freight charge.
7. Hhigh voltage power line markers optional Preformed Armor Rods provide better protection against vibration and abrasion.
8. Aircraft warning sphere optional reflective tape is more durable and economical solution for night visibility.
Specification:
Product Name |
Power Line Marker Balls Aircraft Warning Sphere |
Mode NO.: |
AO-WS-A1 |
Color: |
Orange, Red, White, Orange/White, Red/White |
Visible Distance:
|
>1200m |
Voltage Range: |
35KV-1000KV |
Conductor diameter: |
6.5-28mm |
Aircraft warning sphere materials: |
FRP(Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester) |
Cable clamp:
|
Aluminum alloy
|
Bolts/nuts/washers: |
Stainless steel 304 |
Diameter: |
600mm(typical, other is optional) |
Weight: |
6.3kg |
Thickness: |
2.3mm |
Drain holes: |
Yes |
Life time: |
>10 years |
Fastener: |
Aluminum material, M10 by 35, M10 by 40 |
Work environment: |
-50℃~+90℃, Humidity 0%-100% |
Optional: |
1. Preformed Armor Rods 2. Reflective Strip |
Dimension & Installation:
Applications:
Power Line Marker Balls Aircraft Warning Sphere AO-WS-A1 is used for AAAC(All Aluminum Alloy Conductor), Cooper conductor, ACSR conductor(Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced), OPGW(Optical fiber composite overhead ground wire) etc Transmission cables. high voltage power line markers.