56-250-1

Model 56-250-1 operates on 250VDC.

Model 56-250-1 draws 0.25 amps during operation.

Model 56-250-1 produces 112 dBA at 10 feet and 122 dBA at 1 meter.

The 56-250-1 horn has a duty cycle of five minutes on, followed by five minutes off.

The operating temperature range is -35°F to 150°F (-37°C to 66°C).

Yes, it is designed for indoor/outdoor use, weatherproof, water- and dust-tight with a Type 3R enclosure.

The housing is tapped for 1/2 inch conduit, using a 1/2 inch npt standard pipe thread.

The horn measures 7.56 inches in height, 7.56 inches in width, and 23.86 inches in length.

The net weight of the horn is 5.0 lbs (2.3 kg).

The 56-250-1 is a resonating horn that produces sound by means of a diaphragm, resonating a column of air for a louder alert.

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