Product Overview

The Cross-Safe Retro from IPL group is a meticulously designed retrofit module that seamlessly converts a standard 76mm post into a fully illuminated pedestrian crossing post. It fully conforms to BS 8442:2022 and features adjustable daytime brightness for maximised visibility. This module can upgrade a standard non-illuminated 76mm Belisha beacon post to a fully illuminated post in less than 15 minutes, without necessitating ground works or re-cabling, thereby minimising downtime to the crossing. It is suitable for both pedestrian and centre island applications.

Key Benefits

• Rapid Upgrade & Minimal Downtime: Converts a standard 76mm post to a fully illuminated pedestrian crossing post in less than 15 minutes, without ground works or re-cabling, minimizing disruption.
• Enhanced Visibility & Safety: Features high performance LED lighting with adjustable daytime brightness for maximised visibility and night-time dimming, ensuring clear guidance for pedestrians.
• Regulatory Compliance: Fully conforms to BS 8442:2022 standards.
• Intelligent Lighting Control: Utilises intelligent photocell control for staged dimming according to ambient lighting conditions and offers configurable front and back lighting circuits.
• Durable Construction: Made from aluminium with reflective white bands and IP65 sealing to lighting elements, ensuring longevity and performance in various conditions.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for both pedestrian and centre island applications.

Applications

The Cross-Safe Retro is ideal for upgrading pedestrian crossings and enhancing safety in various public environments:

• Converting standard 76mm Belisha beacon posts into illuminated crossing posts.
• Pedestrian crossing points.
• Centre island applications.
• Areas requiring enhanced visibility for pedestrians day and night.

Features & Construction

• High performance LED lighting.
• Adjustable daytime white band illumination brightness.
• Night-time dimming.
• IP65 sealing to lighting elements.
• Reflective white bands (3x300mm Micro Prismatic, applied externally).
• Aluminium construction (extruded aluminium).
• Recessed lighting with sealed (IP65), U.V. stabilised polycarbonate lenses.
• Configurable Front and Back Lighting Circuits.
• Intelligent Photocell Control for Staged Dimming according to Ambient Lighting Conditions.

Customisation Options

• Adjustable daytime brightness with secret magnetic control.
• Available as a complete unit or as a retro-fit module onto an existing 76mm post.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Illuminated Post Diameter	Ø114mm
Material	Extruded Aluminium
Finish	Polyester Powder Coated Black
Lighting Detail	Recessed with sealed (IP65), U.V. stabilised polycarbonate lenses.
White Bands	3x300mm Micro Prismatic, applied externally.
Compliance	BS 8442:2022
Post Length Compatibility	Maximum 1874mm for 76mm host shaft.
Electrical Requirement	24 volt AC operation (requires suitable transformer when connected to mains supply).

Installation & Maintenance

• Installation: This retrofit module can upgrade an existing 76mm post in less than 15 minutes, without necessitating ground works or re-cabling, minimizing downtime.
  1. Prepare the host post by removing any existing equipment; ideal 76mm shaft length should be a maximum of 1874mm from the top to a point on the swage which is 115mm diameter.
  2. Take the retrofit module and using suitable lifting equipment, raise the open end above the host post. Begin to feed the low voltage cable down the host post as the retrofit module is passed over the post. Continue to support the retrofit module until it bottoms out on the swage of the post.
  3. Locate the 6 fixing screws located in each side of the retrofit module. Check the orientation of the retrofit module then tighten the 6 fixing screws onto the host post using a 4mm allen key. Use the 6 hole caps supplied to plug the fixing screw holes.
  4. Move to the base compartment of the host post and fix the beacon transformer onto the column board using the four screws provided. Connect the beacon supply cable to the power supply using the supplied connector. Coil and secure any excess cable neatly in the base housing.
  5. Connect the transformer input cable to the incoming power supply at the fused cut-out. Re-connect the electric supply and replace the base door. Check that the retrofit module operates correctly.
  6. Place the magnetic wand on the marked area within the black band until a red dot illuminates, indicating the system is active. After 10 seconds, the current lighting level will display. Swipe the magnet across the area to adjust brightness; a flash confirms the new level is set. At level 7, the next swipe resets to 0. The post may dim slightly, responding to ambient lighting conditions-repeat on both sides of the post as needed.
  Further information and installation requirements are available from IPL group. Installation should be carried out by suitably qualified engineers in accordance with latest IEE regulations.
• Maintenance: Designed for low maintenance. Periodically, the post may dim in response to ambient lighting conditions. Failed LEDs/light sources should be replaced by the manufacturer or qualified personnel. Ensure mains supply is fully isolated before any installation or maintenance work.