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Lot of three (3) vintage industrial and laboratory stroboscopic light units, including one General Radio Strobotac stroboscope and two additional black stroboscopic/inspection light units. These instruments were historically used for rotational speed measurement, vibration analysis, machinery inspection, laboratory demonstrations, photography, and industrial diagnostics.
All three units were connected to power during inspection and power indicators illuminated. However, none of the units produced a visible flashing light during testing. No additional troubleshooting or testing was performed.
The lot is well suited for collectors of vintage test equipment, restoration projects, industrial museums, educational demonstrations, electronics hobbyists, or parts recovery.
Included
- (1) General Radio Strobotac stroboscope
- (2) Additional black stroboscopic light units
- (1) Power cord shared/tested with the two black units
Only items shown in the photographs are included.
Features
General Radio Strobotac
- Vintage stroboscopic inspection light
- Industrial diagnostic instrument
- Adjustable flash rate controls
- Metal housing with carrying handle
- Laboratory and machinery inspection applications
Black Stroboscopic Units
- Portable strobe light design
- Adjustable control knobs
- Carrying handles
- Industrial/laboratory diagnostic applications
Condition
- All three units receive power
- Power indicators illuminate
- No visible strobe light output observed during testing
- One power cord included for the two black units
- Functional condition beyond power-up unknown
- Cosmetic wear consistent with age and use
- Paint loss, scratches, scuffs, and finish wear present
- Sold as-is, where-is
Approximate Dimensions
General Radio Strobotac
- Width: 8 in.
- Depth: 8 in.
- Height: 10 in.
- Weight: Approximately 12-15 lbs.
Black Units (Each)
- Width: 7 in.
- Depth: 7 in.
- Height: 9 in.
- Weight: Approximately 8-10 lbs.
Total Lot Weight
- Approximately 30-35 lbs.
Note: Dimensions and weight are approximate and should be verified by the buyer.
Alternate Uses
- Vintage test equipment collection
- Industrial machinery diagnostics
- Educational demonstrations
- Electronics restoration projects
- Scientific instrument display
- Museum exhibits
- Photography and special effects experimentation
- Parts recovery
Removal / Shipping Options
The buyer is responsible for all packing, shipping, and transportation arrangements. The Surplus Office does not ship items.
Local Pickup
Pickup by buyer or authorized third party is permitted.
Local Packing & Shipping Vendors (Buyer Must Coordinate Directly)
UPS Store – Clemson, SC
📍 103 Canoy Ln, Clemson, SC 29631
📞 864-654-9144
📧 store3497@theupsstore.com
PakMail – Seneca, SC
📍 1085 Old Clemson Hwy, Suite E, Seneca, SC 29672
📞 864-654-1717
📧 us806@pakmail.com
Note: The university will release items to UPS Store or PakMail once the buyer provides written authorization. All packing and shipping costs are the buyer’s responsibility.
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