GEC RAF Runway Lights
A run of very unusual runway lamps made in England by GEC – General Electric Company. c.1940
Originally designed with the purpose of lighting RAF runways, they would have been mounted into the floor with the glass facing upwards, now re-purposed into stylish pendant lamps. GEC makers mark cast into the stripped aluminium housing. Very think toughened glass dome to refract the light. Price is per light.
Some slight marks to the glass due to their age and use.
Rewired with 1m of black twist flex and minimalist suspension wire.
A run of very unusual runway lamps made in England by GEC – General Electric Company. c.1940
Originally designed with the purpose of lighting RAF runways, they would have been mounted into the floor with the glass facing upwards, now re-purposed into stylish pendant lamps. GEC makers mark cast into the stripped aluminium housing. Very think toughened glass dome to refract the light. Price is per light.
Some slight marks to the glass due to their age and use.
Rewired with 1m of black twist flex and minimalist suspension wire.
A run of very unusual runway lamps made in England by GEC – General Electric Company. c.1940
Originally designed with the purpose of lighting RAF runways, they would have been mounted into the floor with the glass facing upwards, now re-purposed into stylish pendant lamps. GEC makers mark cast into the stripped aluminium housing. Very think toughened glass dome to refract the light. Price is per light.
Some slight marks to the glass due to their age and use.
Rewired with 1m of black twist flex and minimalist suspension wire.
About the maker
The General Electric Company, often shortened to GEC, was formed in 1886 in Britain and were a powerhouse in the development, design and manufacture of electrical components including defence electronics, communications, engineering and most notably lighting for various sectors. GEC produced street lighting, flameproof (FLP) rated factory lighting, airfield lighting and even shop window display lamps branded as GecoRay. They were transformed by the outbreak of WWI and went on to produce electrical equipment used right through the war.
Dimensions
Diameter: 180mm
Height: 120mm
Weight: 4kg
