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May 2010 We have just introduced a new convenient
and easy to use Web Store. Users can purchase the most common repair parts
for our CPS line of controllers directly from Xcel. It is a secure web site
and customers can use most major credit cards or Paypal. We have added a link
on our home page in the left panel or just click the link below. If you have
any questions, comments or would like to see other items added to the store,
just let us know. August 2009 After 45 proud years manufacturing products for the
automation control industry, Xcel Controls, Inc. in Mishawaka, Indiana has
closed its doors. Xcel developed many unique control systems during its
history and provided excellent products and service to its customers. We are pleased to announce that one of those products,
the CPS family of lighting control systems for communication towers, will
remain in production. Coye Brook Group LLC, located in central New
York, has acquired the Xcel brand name, patents, and other related assets and
will continue to manufacture the CPS tower lighting controls. These will be
marketed under the trade name XCEL TOWER CONTROLS. Rest assured that the Xcel products you currently have
for tower lighting will continue to be supported with a full inventory of
spare parts. Xcel’s CPS line of lighting controls, universally recognized for
its dependability and robust design, is being produced using the latest wave
soldering techniques to ensure the highest quality. Whether you have a new
tower site planned, or like many tower owners today, are upgrading older
units to high efficiency LED based fixtures, XCEL TOWER CONTROLS is
your source for the best controls and fixtures in the industry. Should you have any questions, need quotes for new tower
lighting systems, or to order repair parts, email “info @ xcel.com” (remove
spaces before and after the @) or call our toll free number 800-288-7362. You can use this same 800 number to fax us. Please update your records with the contact information
below. Note that the old local telephone and fax numbers for Xcel Controls,
Inc. are no longer in service. XCEL
TOWER CONTROLS PO
Box 187 Gilbertsville
NY 13776-0187 Telephone
or fax: 800-288-7362 12/2004
A new generation of tower light controllers for FAA L-810
obstruction lighting is now shipping from Xcel Controls, Inc. The new obstruction lighting controller is the first in a
series of microprocessor-based controllers, which will be released within the
next year. New features include: ·
Fail-safe photocell timer circuit with override feature · Flashing
circuit control · The
controller will work with incandescent / LED / halogen fixtures · Easy to
use rotary switch for number of lights · Digital
display for initial configuration and troubleshooting · Standard
NEMA 3R enclosure · Optional
indoor enclosure 10/2002 Approved
Incandescent Bulbs Required Xcel Controls, Inc.
requires 120VAC bulbs to be used with the Xcel CPS, RCPS, ECN, and RJC Series
of tower light controllers. These bulbs may either be 620 watts; or 700 watts
for controllers manufactured after 01/96. Some companies have reported problems upon installing
130VAC 620 watt bulbs. In theory these bulbs will last longer, however, using
130VAC 620 watt bulbs will trigger a false alarm since the beacons will not
be illuminating to the FAA required candela. In other words, even when the
beacon appears to be operating properly the controller can indicate a bulb
outage due to the bulb not being bright enough. Companies that want to maximize the life expectancy of
their tower lights while conserving energy should use the Xcel/Dialight LED beacon and obstruction light systems. These systems use
90% LESS energy than the
incandescent lighting lighting and have a five year limited warranty. Please contact Xcel Controls, Inc. if you have any
questions or concerns about your tower lighting needs. Email or call Xcel at 1-800-288-7362. |
