LED internally lighted windsock, SS316, ICAO/CAP437 compliant. Offshore explosion-proof (Zone 1) and Onshore safe-area versions, IP66, engineered in Europe, assembled in the UAE.
The Hardy Lighting Internally Lighted Windsock is a fully integrated, LED-illuminated wind direction indicator built entirely from high-grade SS316 stainless steel for exceptional resistance to corrosion, salt spray and harsh marine conditions. It combines a 360-degree freely rotating windsock assembly with an internal white LED illumination system and an integrated red obstruction light, giving continuous, accurate wind direction visibility day and night, including in low-light and offshore night-time operations.
The Offshore version is an explosion proof windsock rated for Zone 1 explosive areas on helidecks, with an explosion-proof internal LED source and a 32cd explosion-proof red obstruction light. It is the correct specification wherever a hazardous-area classification applies.
The Onshore internally lighted windsock is a Safe Area rated unit for helipads and non-explosive environments. Both versions share the same rugged SS316 construction, 360-degree rotating top assembly, IP66 rating and 100,000+ hour life expectancy, and are compliant with ICAO Annex 14 Vol. II and UK CAA CAP 437. Engineered in Europe, assembled in the UAE, this LED illuminated windsock is available with 100–240 Vac or 24 Vdc input and mast lengths from 300mm standard up to 6000mm. For non-illuminated sites, see the Unlighted Windsock (Safe Area WDI); helidecks typically pair it with the Green Perimeter Light.
An internally illuminated LED windsock with a 32cd red obstruction light on top, so one assembly delivers both wind direction indication and obstruction warning. Internal source is LED, steady burning, white, 5700K.
An explosion proof windsock rated for Zone 1 explosive areas on offshore helidecks, with explosion-proof internal illumination and a 32cd explosion-proof red obstruction light.
A Safe Area rated onshore windsock for helipads and non-explosive environments, sharing identical SS316 construction, dimensions, IP66 rating and compliance standards with the offshore unit.
Lighting unit, mast, rotating frame and hoop are all SS316 stainless steel, resistant to corrosion and salt spray. The top assembly rotates freely through 360 degrees and is non-tiltable for accurate wind indication.
Accepts 100–240 Vac (50–60Hz) or 24 Vdc and draws 26W, compatible with most helideck and helipad electrical systems. IP66 rated with a -25°C to +65°C ambient operating range.
Mast starts at a 300mm standard base section and extends up to 6000mm, mounted on an SS316 DN65 flange. Compliant with CAP 437 / ICAO Annex 14 Vol. II, engineered in Europe, assembled in the UAE, with a 2-year warranty.
| Parameter | Offshore (Explosion Proof – Zone 1) | Onshore (Safe Area) |
| Application | Helideck / Offshore | Helipad / Onshore |
| Classification | Zone 1 – Explosive Area | Safe Area |
| Assembly | Internally lighted with obstruction light | Internally lighted with obstruction light |
| Internal Light Source | LED, steady burning, white, 5700K (explosion proof) | LED, steady burning, white, 5700K |
| Obstruction Light Source | LED, steady burning, red, 32cd (explosion proof) | LED, steady burning, red, Safe Area 32cd |
| Lighting Unit Material | SS316 | SS316 |
| Mast Construction | SS316 | SS316 |
| Mast Length (Y) | 300 standard, up to 6000 mm | 300 standard, up to 6000 mm |
| Mounting | SS316 Flange, DN65, 6 x M16 | SS316 Flange, DN65, 6 x M16 |
| Tiltable | No | No |
| Windsock Frame (X) | SS316, rotating frame and hoop | SS316, rotating frame and hoop |
| Input Voltage | 100–240 Vac, 50–60Hz / 24 Vdc | 100–240 Vac, 50–60Hz / 24 Vdc |
| Ambient Temperature | -25°C to +65°C | -25°C to +65°C |
| Compliance | CAP437 / ICAO, Annex 14 Vol. II | CAP437 / ICAO, Annex 14 Vol. II |
| Power Consumption | 26 W | 26 W |
| IP Rating | IP66 | IP66 |
| Life Expectancy | 100,000+ hours | 100,000+ hours |
| Maximum Length | Up to 6 m (extendable) | Up to 6 m (extendable) |
| Windsock Colour | Red/White striped or Orange | Red/White striped or Orange |
| Windsock Sizes (cloth sold separately) | Ø30×120, Ø45×250, Ø50×150, Ø60x240cm (explosion proof; custom sizes on request) | Ø30×120, Ø45×250, Ø50×150, Ø60x240cm (custom sizes on request) |
| Overall Height / Base Height | 1100mm side height / 300mm base section | 1100mm side height / 300mm base section |
| Mounting Flange Width | 185mm, 6 x Ø18 mount, 6 x M16 | 185mm, 6 x Ø18 mount, 6 x M16 |
| Product Codes | HAR-WND-SS-EX-230AC / HAR-WND-SS-EX-24VDC | HAR-WND-SS-SA-230AC / HAR-WND-SS-SA-24VDC |
The Offshore version is explosion-proof and rated for Zone 1 explosive areas, as required on offshore helidecks. The Onshore version is a Safe Area rated unit for helipads and non-hazardous environments. Both share the same SS316 construction, dimensions, IP66 rating and compliance standards.
Yes, both versions integrate a 32cd red obstruction light at the top of the unit in addition to the internally illuminated windsock body, so the assembly provides both wind direction indication and obstruction warning in one unit.
The unit accepts 100–240 Vac (50–60Hz) or 24 Vdc input, and draws 26W, making it compatible with most helideck and helipad electrical systems.
No, the windsock cloth is supplied separately in your choice of size (up to Ø60x240cm) and colour so it can be matched to site requirements.
Both versions are compliant with CAP 437 and ICAO Annex 14 Vol. II, rated IP66, and built for a life expectancy of 100,000+ hours.
The mast length starts at a 300mm standard base section and can be extended up to 6000mm (6 metres) to suit your installation height.