Description
TER Beacon Horns – Industrial Audible and Visual Warning Devices
TER Beacon Horns combine high-visibility LED signalling with powerful audible warning in a single industrial device. Designed for machinery, cranes, automation systems, warehouses, control panels and other demanding applications, the range provides both visual and acoustic notification when equipment requires immediate attention.
By integrating a warning beacon and electronic horn into one assembly, TER Beacon Horns can simplify machine signalling while providing a clear method of alerting personnel. Depending on the selected configuration, the range supports multiple light colours, different light effects, multiple acoustic melodies and sound levels reaching up to approximately 130 dB.
The current TER Beacon Horn family includes TERMBH04 series products, TERMBH05, TERMBH06 and TERMBH07 one-, two- and three-colour configurations, Industrial Crane Horns, Mini Universal Beacon Horns and Universal Beacon Horns. This breadth allows equipment designers to select a solution suited to both compact machinery and larger industrial warning applications.
General family specifications include IP65 enclosure protection, operation from -20°C to +50°C, polycarbonate lenses, ABS housings, SMD LED technology and approximately 50,000 hours of LED life. Available light colours include red, green, yellow, blue and white, while light functions can include steady, flashing, strobing and rotary effects depending on model.
Combined Audible and Visual Industrial Warning
Industrial warning systems are often most effective when they communicate through more than one sense. A visual beacon can remain clearly visible while a condition is active, while a horn can attract attention even if personnel are facing away from the equipment.
TER Beacon Horns combine these two signalling methods in one compact assembly. The audible output draws attention to the equipment, while the illuminated lens provides an immediate visual indication of the alarm source or machine state.
This can be especially useful in noisy production areas, large warehouses and crane bays where personnel may not always be positioned close to a control panel.
The combination also helps reduce the need to install a separate beacon and separate horn where one integrated device can perform both functions.
TERMBH04 Beacon Horn Series
The TERMBH04 series forms part of TER’s dedicated Beacon Horn range and provides combined light and sound signalling for industrial applications.
This family uses a 70 mm lens format and offers configurable visual and acoustic warning depending on the selected model.
TER supplies different light colours and light modes across the wider range, allowing the beacon to communicate machine status while the audible output attracts attention.
Exact sound, voltage and light-mode combinations should always be confirmed against the selected TERMBH04 part number.
TERMBH05 Single-Colour Beacon Horns
The TERMBH05 series provides a single-colour beacon horn configuration. A dedicated single colour can be useful where the device has one clearly defined warning function.
For example, the beacon may be configured as a red alarm indicator or another colour appropriate to the machine signalling philosophy.
Using one dedicated colour can simplify operator interpretation because the visual meaning remains consistent whenever the horn activates.
The available colour, light mode, supply and acoustic configuration should be matched to the actual application during product selection.
TERMBH06 Two-Colour Beacon Horns
The TERMBH06 series provides two-colour visual signalling in combination with audible warning.
Two different colours can allow the same device to represent more than one machine state while retaining a single mounting position.
For example, the system may distinguish between a warning and a more urgent condition using different visual outputs, depending on the machine design and control logic.
The final colour meaning should be documented clearly so that personnel can respond consistently.
TERMBH07 Three-Colour Beacon Horns
The TERMBH07 series provides three-colour beacon-horn signalling and is particularly useful where several machine conditions need to be represented from one assembly.
TER catalogue information shows TERMBH07 configurations using red, green and yellow lenses and offering steady, flashing, strobing or rotary-style visual functions depending on version.
Published TERMBH07 variants include a 120 dB buzzer and supply options such as 12–24 V AC/DC and 40–250 V AC/DC.
A three-colour arrangement can reduce the number of separate signalling devices required while still providing a clear visual hierarchy.
Industrial Crane Horns
TER includes Industrial Crane Horns within the Beacon Horn family for lifting applications requiring strong audible and visual warning.
Crane environments can involve substantial operating areas, moving suspended loads and significant background machinery noise. A combined beacon horn can provide a clear warning associated directly with crane movement or a defined operating state.
Audible and visual warning may be particularly valuable where workers are distributed across a large crane bay and may not always be facing the moving equipment.
Final sound level and beacon configuration should be chosen according to the size of the work area and site operating conditions.
Mini Universal Beacon Horns
Mini Universal Beacon Horns provide a compact option for machinery and control applications where installation space is restricted.
The smaller form factor allows combined visual and audible signalling to be integrated into equipment without the physical size of a larger industrial horn assembly.
This can be particularly useful on compact machines, control enclosures and local operator stations.
The selected mini beacon horn should still provide sufficient acoustic output and visual coverage for the area in which personnel require notification.
Universal Beacon Horns
TER Universal Beacon Horns provide a flexible solution for machinery builders who need a general-purpose combined audible and visual warning device.
The universal format allows the product family to be used across industrial automation, machine tools, material handling and infrastructure applications.
Multiple voltage and signalling configurations make it possible to match the device to different electrical systems.
Because the Beacon Horn family contains several configurations, exact electrical and acoustic specifications should be checked before final product selection.
Up to 130 dB Audible Output
TER Beacon Horns are available with acoustic output reaching up to approximately 130 dB depending on model.
High-output sound can be useful in large industrial environments where machinery, ventilation systems and material handling equipment contribute significant background noise.
The highest output should not automatically be selected for every application. The required volume should be determined according to the actual ambient noise level, warning distance and proximity of personnel.
Excessive sound can contribute to occupational noise exposure, so the warning should be loud enough to attract attention without being unnecessarily intense.
Multiple Melody Options
Depending on model, TER Beacon Horns are available with different acoustic options including two, seven and sixteen sound selections across the wider family.
Multiple melodies can help distinguish different equipment states or alarm priorities.
For example, one tone may be assigned to machine movement while another is reserved for a process fault or emergency condition.
The number of sounds actually used should remain manageable so that personnel can recognise each signal quickly.
Volume Adjustment by Potentiometer
Applicable TER Beacon Horns include a potentiometer for adjusting sound intensity.
This allows the installer to tune the acoustic output to suit the operating environment rather than relying on one fixed sound level.
Volume adjustment is particularly useful where the same Beacon Horn family is used across machines installed in environments with different background noise levels.
The final setting should ideally be determined during commissioning while normal machinery is operating.
Pushbutton Light and Sound Selection
Applicable models also include pushbutton selection for configuring the required light and sound modes.
This provides a convenient way of selecting the appropriate warning behaviour during installation and setup.
Once configured, the selected settings should be documented to simplify replacement and maintenance.
The exact setup procedure should follow the documentation supplied for the selected TER model.
Red Beacon Horns
Red is commonly associated with alarms, stop conditions and high-priority warnings in industrial environments.
TER Beacon Horns are available with red visual signalling across the range, providing a strong and immediately recognisable warning colour.
A red beacon combined with a horn can provide both an attention signal and a continuing visible indication of the active condition.
The exact meaning of the red light should be defined by the machine or facility signalling philosophy.
Yellow Beacon Horns
Yellow or amber-style indication can be useful for warning, caution or attention conditions that need to be distinguished from emergency or stop signals.
TER provides yellow lens options within the Beacon Horn family.
When combined with a distinctive audible tone, the visual signal can help personnel identify that the equipment requires attention.
Colour use should remain consistent across machinery wherever possible.
Green Beacon Horns
Green signalling can be used where the machine design requires a visual indication associated with a normal, permitted or completed condition.
In a multi-colour beacon horn, green can form part of a broader status hierarchy alongside red and yellow.
The audible horn does not necessarily need to operate with every visual colour and may be controlled separately where the selected unit supports separate sound and light control.
This flexibility allows the beacon to provide ongoing status indication while the horn is reserved for conditions requiring immediate attention.
Blue and White Beacon Horn Options
Blue and white light options are also available across the wider TER Beacon Horn family.
These colours can be useful for specialised machine-state indications, maintenance notifications or site-specific signalling schemes.
The selected meaning should be documented clearly and should complement the wider visual language of the facility.
Exact colour availability varies by model and should be confirmed when ordering.
Steady Light Mode
A steady illuminated beacon provides a continuous visual signal while the associated machine condition remains active.
This can be useful when the primary purpose is to identify status rather than attract attention through movement or flashing.
The accompanying horn can still provide the initial attention signal while the steady light remains active.
Separate sound and light control can therefore support more refined alarm behaviour.
Flashing Light Mode
Flashing light provides a more dynamic visual warning than steady illumination.
The repeated change in brightness can help draw attention to the signalling device in a busy industrial environment.
A flashing beacon paired with an audible horn can create a strong combined warning suitable for equipment movement or alarm states.
Flash behaviour varies according to the selected TER model.
Strobing Light Mode
Strobe-style signalling provides a high-attention visual effect intended to be particularly noticeable against the surrounding industrial environment.
TER offers strobing configurations across the Beacon Horn family.
Strobe operation can be useful for higher-priority warnings where a more prominent visual effect is required.
The suitability of strobing light should be considered against workplace conditions and any site-specific requirements.
Rotary Light Effect
TER Beacon Horns are also available with rotary-style light effects depending on model.
This provides the appearance of a rotating warning beacon while using modern LED technology.
A rotary visual effect can provide a recognisable industrial warning signal without the mechanical components historically associated with rotating lamps.
The resulting LED system can offer long service life and reduced routine maintenance.
SMD LED Technology
TER Beacon Horns use SMD LED technology for visual signalling.
LED lighting provides efficient operation and long service life while supporting several light modes from a compact assembly.
SMD technology also supports consistent illumination and allows the signalling device to remain compact.
The absence of traditional filament lamps reduces the need for routine bulb replacement.
50,000-Hour LED Life
TER specifies an LED life of approximately 50,000 hours for the Beacon Horn family.
This long operating life can reduce maintenance demand on industrial machinery, particularly where the warning device is installed at height or in difficult-to-access locations.
Crane applications can benefit significantly because maintenance access may require equipment isolation or elevated access equipment.
The complete device should still be inspected regularly even though the LED itself has a long expected life.
70 mm Polycarbonate Lens
TER Beacon Horns use a 70 mm lens format across the general product family.
The polycarbonate lens provides a durable optical enclosure around the SMD LED assembly while allowing the warning colour and light mode to remain clearly visible.
A 70 mm lens provides a useful balance between compact dimensions and strong visual presence on industrial machinery.
The lens should be kept clean and free from heavy contamination to maintain effective light output.
ABS Housing Construction
The Beacon Horn family uses ABS housing construction to protect the electronic and acoustic components.
ABS provides a practical industrial enclosure for machine and wall-mounted signalling equipment.
The housing should be installed where it is protected from foreseeable direct mechanical impact while still allowing both the light and horn to remain effective.
Housing condition should be included in routine maintenance inspections.
IP65 Protection
TER specifies an IP65 protection rating for the Beacon Horn range.
This provides strong protection against dust ingress and water exposure under the conditions represented by the IP classification.
IP65 makes the family suitable for many industrial environments where equipment is exposed to airborne dust, general moisture or changing operating conditions.
The IP classification should not be interpreted as automatic suitability for high-pressure washdown, aggressive chemicals or hazardous areas.
Operating Temperature from -20°C to +50°C
TER Beacon Horns are specified for operation from -20°C to +50°C.
This supports installation across a wide range of factories, warehouses, crane systems and industrial machinery.
Actual local temperature should be considered where the horn is installed close to motors, furnaces or other heat-producing equipment.
Direct sunlight and enclosed mounting positions can also result in local temperatures above the surrounding ambient temperature.
12–24 V AC/DC Beacon Horns
TER offers 12–24 V AC/DC configurations across the Beacon Horn family.
This voltage range is particularly useful for machinery and automation systems using low-voltage auxiliary power.
AC/DC compatibility on applicable models can also simplify product selection where different machines use different low-voltage supplies.
The exact input requirements should always be verified before connection.
40–250 V AC/DC Beacon Horns
Applicable models are also available with a wide 40–250 V AC/DC input range.
This provides flexibility for industrial installations where the available supply may vary substantially between machines or facilities.
A wide-range power supply can be particularly useful in retrofit and maintenance applications.
The selected part number must still be confirmed as suitable for the actual electrical system.
24 V AC/DC Options
TER lists 24 V AC/DC availability across applicable Beacon Horn configurations.
Twenty-four-volt systems are common in modern machine-control architectures and can simplify integration with other industrial control components.
The beacon horn may be controlled from relays, PLC interfaces or other suitable switching devices depending on electrical load and design.
Direct PLC connection should never be assumed without confirming output capacity.
220 V AC Options
The wider TER Beacon Horn family also includes 220 V AC supply options.
This can support industrial installations where an appropriate mains-derived supply is available and where the selected product is intended for that voltage.
Installation and protection requirements should be appropriate to the supply voltage and local electrical standards.
Only appropriately qualified personnel should perform the electrical installation.
Separate Sound and Light Control
TER specifies separate sound and light control availability within the Beacon Horn family.
This is a particularly useful feature because the beacon and horn do not always need to operate at the same time.
For example, the visual signal may remain continuously illuminated while the horn activates only at the beginning of an alarm event.
Separate control can reduce unnecessary noise while preserving the ongoing visual indication of the active machine state.
PLC Integration
TER Beacon Horns can be incorporated into PLC-controlled machinery where warning functions are activated automatically by machine logic.
The PLC may control visual status, acoustic warning or both according to programmed equipment conditions.
Multi-colour beacon horns can be especially useful where several outputs are required to communicate different machine states from one signalling assembly.
The electrical interface should be engineered around the characteristics of the selected horn and controller.
Using Interposing Relays
Where the beacon horn draws more current than a PLC output can safely provide, an interposing relay or suitable switching module can be used.
This protects the controller while allowing the Beacon Horn to operate from the appropriate power supply.
Relays can also provide useful electrical isolation between control logic and the signalling circuit.
The final wiring arrangement should be documented clearly on the machine electrical drawings.
Overhead Travelling Crane Applications
TER specifically identifies overhead travelling cranes as an application for Beacon Horns.
A crane-mounted horn can provide a strong audible and visual indication when the crane begins a defined movement or enters an alarm condition.
The combined signal can be particularly useful in workshops where personnel may be working beneath or around the crane travel area.
Mounting should provide good visibility and effective acoustic coverage across the crane bay.
Gantry Crane Warning Systems
Gantry cranes may travel through large operating areas and can benefit from warning devices that remain associated with the moving equipment.
A TER Beacon Horn can provide both an illuminated warning and audible signal from the crane structure itself.
Where the gantry travels outdoors or through partially exposed areas, the IP65 construction and resistance to water, dust, heat and UV provide useful industrial characteristics.
Environmental suitability should still be checked for the exact installation.
Jib Crane Applications
Jib cranes operate within a defined swing or travel area and may move loads near workstations or pedestrian access zones.
A combined beacon and horn can provide a clear warning associated directly with the crane.
The warning device should remain visible through the normal range of crane movement.
Sound output should also be appropriate to the size and background noise level of the work area.
Tower and Harbour Cranes
TER also lists tower and harbour cranes among Beacon Horn applications.
These larger crane environments may involve substantial distances and high ambient noise, placing greater demands on warning equipment.
Beacon Horn selection should consider mounting position, output level and environmental exposure.
Specialised crane installations may also require additional signalling systems beyond a general industrial Beacon Horn.
Stage Technology Applications
TER includes stage technology among the applications for Beacon Horns.
Stage equipment may use motorised lifting systems, scenery movement and other automated machinery requiring clear warning before or during movement.
A combined audible and visual signal can alert technical personnel while helping identify the active machinery.
The warning strategy should remain appropriate to the operating environment and production requirements.
Control Panel Applications
TER Beacon Horns can also be mounted in association with industrial control panels and electronic control systems.
A Beacon Horn positioned on or near a panel can communicate alarm states beyond the local operator interface.
This is particularly useful where personnel may not be standing directly in front of the control screen or panel indicators.
Mini Beacon Horn configurations can provide an especially compact option for these installations.
Industrial High-Speed Doors
Industrial high-speed doors can benefit from combined visual and audible warning when movement begins or when a control-system condition requires attention.
TER identifies high-speed doors, gates and barriers among Beacon Horn applications.
A Beacon Horn can provide a warning that remains visible and audible to nearby pedestrians and vehicle operators.
The signalling device should complement sensors, interlocks and other door safety controls rather than replacing them.
Automatic Gates and Barriers
Automatic gates and barriers may use Beacon Horns to indicate movement or access-control conditions.
Combined light and sound can improve awareness when machinery begins to move.
The appropriate sound level should be selected according to the installation so that the warning remains effective without causing unnecessary disturbance.
Outdoor installations should be evaluated against the full environmental exposure expected at the site.
Automation and Assembly Lines
TER Beacon Horns are well suited to industrial automation and assembly lines where equipment status can change automatically.
The beacon can communicate visual machine state, while the horn can be activated for faults or events requiring immediate intervention.
Two- and three-colour configurations can provide several levels of visual information from one device.
This can reduce panel complexity while maintaining a clear signalling hierarchy.
Machine Tool Applications
Machine tools may use Beacon Horns to communicate cycle completion, process alarms, machine faults or maintenance conditions.
The visual beacon makes the active machine easier to identify in a workshop containing several machines.
The horn can then attract attention when intervention is required.
Different sound and light combinations can be used where the machine control system supports multiple warning conditions.
Printing and Strapping Machines
TER identifies printing and strapping machinery among applications for its Beacon Horn family.
These machines can operate automatically for extended periods and may require operator attention only when a particular event occurs.
A Beacon Horn provides an effective way to call personnel to the machine while continuing to indicate the active condition visually.
This can reduce the need for operators to monitor the equipment continuously.
Warehouses and Logistics Facilities
Warehouses often contain conveyors, forklifts, automated storage equipment and loading systems operating simultaneously.
Beacon Horns can provide local warning at machinery, doors, loading equipment or automated systems.
The combination of sound and light can be particularly useful where background noise and visual obstructions vary throughout the facility.
Warning meaning should remain consistent throughout the site to support rapid recognition.
Ports and Marine-Associated Industrial Applications
TER identifies ports and ships among applications for Beacon Horns.
These environments can involve high background noise, exposed machinery and large operating areas where strong audible and visual signalling is valuable.
The suitability of the exact Beacon Horn should be checked carefully against environmental conditions such as salt exposure and marine atmosphere.
A general IP65 industrial unit should not automatically be treated as a dedicated marine-certified signalling device unless the necessary approvals are confirmed.
Mining and Heavy Industry
TER also references mining applications for Beacon Horns.
Heavy industrial sites often contain loud machinery and large equipment, increasing the value of multi-sensory warning.
A powerful audible signal combined with a high-visibility beacon can improve awareness around machinery.
Where the site includes a hazardous or explosive atmosphere, appropriately certified equipment must be selected rather than assuming that a standard Beacon Horn is suitable.
Selecting the Correct TER Beacon Horn
Selecting the correct TER Beacon Horn begins with defining the visual and acoustic information the machine needs to communicate.
Important factors include the number of required light colours, light mode, desired sound output, number of melodies, electrical supply and mounting environment.
A simple machine may require only a single-colour Beacon Horn, while more complex automation may benefit from a two- or three-colour TERMBH configuration.
The exact part number should always be confirmed before installation because specifications vary within the wider family.
Choosing Between One, Two and Three Colours
A single-colour beacon horn is appropriate where one warning condition needs to be communicated clearly.
A two-colour device allows two visual states to be represented from the same assembly.
A three-colour TERMBH07 configuration provides greater flexibility where several machine states need to be distinguished.
The number of colours should be based on genuine operational need rather than simply selecting the most complex product available.
Developing a Clear Colour Strategy
Colour selection should follow a consistent machine-signalling philosophy.
If red represents a high-priority fault on one machine, using red for a routine operating state on a neighbouring machine can create confusion.
The site should therefore define the meaning of red, yellow, green, blue and white indicators before configuring individual products.
Personnel should be trained to recognise these meanings as part of normal equipment operation.
Choosing the Appropriate Light Mode
Steady, flashing, strobing and rotary effects provide different levels of visual prominence.
A steady light may be suitable for persistent status indication, while flashing or strobing can draw greater attention to an alarm.
A rotary effect can provide a familiar industrial-warning appearance without requiring a traditional mechanical rotating lamp.
The light mode should be selected according to the urgency and meaning of the signal.
Selecting the Correct Sound Output
The required acoustic output depends on background noise, warning distance and the number of physical obstructions between the horn and personnel.
TER Beacon Horns can provide high sound levels up to approximately 130 dB depending on model.
Commissioning should confirm that the warning remains clearly audible during normal machinery operation.
The selected level should also consider personnel noise exposure and should not be unnecessarily high.
Selecting the Number of Melodies
Multiple melody configurations allow different machine states to be represented acoustically.
Two sounds may be enough for a simple machine, while more complex systems can benefit from seven or sixteen available selections.
Only a practical number of clearly distinguishable signals should normally be implemented.
Too many similar alarm sounds can make operator interpretation more difficult.
Separating Visual and Audible Functions
Separate control of the beacon and horn can significantly improve the way an alarm system operates.
The horn can activate initially to attract attention and then stop once the condition has been acknowledged, while the beacon remains illuminated until the problem is resolved.
This reduces unnecessary continuous noise while still making the active machine easy to identify.
The exact control sequence can be implemented through relays, PLC logic or other appropriate machine-control devices.
Alarm Acknowledgement Strategies
A well-designed warning system can allow operators to acknowledge the audible alarm without removing the visual indication of the underlying condition.
This helps separate the function of attracting attention from the function of communicating status.
The beacon can remain active until the fault or process condition is cleared.
This approach can be particularly effective in production areas where continuous alarm noise would otherwise become distracting.
Commissioning TER Beacon Horns
Commissioning should confirm all required light colours, visual modes and acoustic functions.
Each programmed machine condition should be activated and checked against the expected Beacon Horn response.
Sound level should be assessed with surrounding equipment operating normally rather than in a silent workshop.
Visual visibility should also be checked from common operator and pedestrian positions.
Testing Multi-Colour Functions
Two- and three-colour Beacon Horns require careful functional testing to ensure each control input activates the correct visual state.
Control wiring should be checked against the electrical drawing and PLC program.
The colour displayed should correspond exactly with the documented machine condition.
Any ambiguity should be corrected before the equipment enters normal service.
Testing Audible Warning Coverage
The horn should be tested from all locations where personnel are expected to hear the warning.
Large machinery, walls, storage racks and process equipment can create acoustic shadowing.
If one horn does not provide adequate coverage, additional warning devices or an alternative mounting position may be required.
The objective should be reliable recognition rather than simply achieving the highest measured sound level near the device.
Mounting Position
TER Beacon Horns are generally designed for wall-style mounting across the main family.
The mounting position should provide clear visual access to the lens and an unobstructed path for acoustic output.
Installing the unit behind structural members or inside enclosed machinery can reduce its effectiveness.
The Beacon Horn should also remain reasonably accessible for inspection and maintenance.
Mounting on Cranes
Crane-mounted Beacon Horns should be positioned where the signal remains visible and audible across the intended work area.
Mounting hardware must be suitable for repeated vibration and machine movement.
Cabling should be protected from abrasion and should not interfere with crane travel or lifting mechanisms.
The completed installation should be checked throughout the crane’s operating range.
Maintaining the Polycarbonate Lens
The 70 mm polycarbonate lens should be kept clean to maintain effective visual output.
Dust, grease and industrial contamination can reduce the brightness and clarity of the beacon.
Cleaning methods should be compatible with the lens material and surrounding housing.
Damaged or heavily scratched lenses should be assessed for replacement.
Inspecting the ABS Housing
The ABS housing should be inspected periodically for cracks, impact damage or deterioration.
Damage to the enclosure can compromise protection of the internal electronics.
Mounting screws and cable entries should also remain secure.
Any damaged enclosure should be addressed before moisture or contamination can enter the device.
Preventative Maintenance
Beacon Horns should be included in routine machine preventative maintenance even if they are activated only occasionally.
Periodic functional testing confirms that both the light and sound sections remain operational.
Where volume or selectable sound functions are used, maintenance personnel should also verify that the settings have not changed.
Testing should include any separate light and sound control functions used by the machine.
Long-Life LED Technology and Reduced Maintenance
The approximately 50,000-hour LED life specified by TER can reduce the maintenance associated with traditional warning lamps.
This is particularly useful where the Beacon Horn is installed on cranes, high machinery or other locations where access is difficult.
LED technology also allows several visual modes to be produced without mechanical rotating components.
The overall product should still receive regular inspection regardless of LED life expectancy.
Retrofitting Existing Warning Systems
TER Beacon Horns can provide a practical replacement for older machinery using separate warning lamps and audible horns.
Combining both functions into one unit can simplify the installation while potentially reducing the number of mounted components.
A retrofit should first confirm supply voltage, switching arrangement, required sound level and existing mounting space.
The new system can also provide an opportunity to improve colour coding or introduce additional acoustic options.
Replacing Traditional Rotating Beacons
Older machinery may still use mechanical rotating beacon lamps.
TER Beacon Horns with rotary-style LED effects can provide a modern alternative while avoiding the moving components associated with traditional rotating assemblies.
LED technology can reduce routine light-source maintenance and improve service life.
Electrical compatibility should be confirmed before replacing an existing device.
OEM Integration into New Machinery
Machine builders can integrate TER Beacon Horns during the electrical and mechanical design stages of new equipment.
This allows control outputs, mounting position, alarm logic and supply voltage to be planned together.
Using a combined visual and audible device can also simplify wiring and physical layout compared with installing separate components.
OEMs can select different TERMBH configurations across equipment models while maintaining a consistent signalling platform.
Standardising Warning Systems Across a Factory
Using a consistent family of Beacon Horns across several machines can simplify operator training and spare-parts management.
Common colour meanings and acoustic signals make it easier for personnel to interpret alarms throughout the facility.
Maintenance teams also benefit from familiarity with common mounting and configuration methods.
Standardisation should still allow individual machines to use the configuration appropriate to their specific operating risk.
Using Beacon Horns with TER Stack Lights
TER Beacon Horns can operate alongside TER Stack Lights where more detailed machine-status indication is required.
The stack light can provide continuous multi-level status while the Beacon Horn activates for higher-priority warnings.
This helps create a layered signalling strategy in which routine machine information remains visual and urgent events trigger both sound and light.
The colours and alarm meanings should be coordinated between both devices.
Using Beacon Horns with TER Electronic Sirens
TER Electronic Sirens can complement Beacon Horns in installations requiring distributed audible warning.
A Beacon Horn may identify the affected machine while a separate siren provides wider acoustic coverage across the area.
This approach can be useful in large production facilities where one combined device cannot provide complete coverage.
Alarm timing should be coordinated to avoid conflicting sound patterns.
Beacon Horns Versus LED Warning Horns
TER offers both Beacon Horns and LED Warning Horns within its industrial signalling range.
Both families combine audible and visual warning, but their individual designs and available configurations allow engineers to choose the product best matched to the machinery.
Selection should compare sound level, physical format, light arrangement, number of colours, voltage and mounting requirements.
Control Devices can assist with identifying the most appropriate TER configuration for a particular application.
Australian Industrial Applications
TER Beacon Horns provide a versatile warning solution for Australian manufacturing, warehousing, material handling, cranes and industrial automation.
The combination of IP65 protection, broad voltage options, high acoustic output and multi-mode LED signalling makes the family suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Typical uses can include overhead cranes, production machinery, loading equipment, automatic doors and automated systems.
Final product selection should consider local electrical, environmental and workplace requirements.
Important Considerations for Hazardous Areas
Standard TER Beacon Horns should not be assumed suitable for hazardous or explosive atmospheres simply because they have IP65 protection.
Hazardous-area applications require appropriately certified equipment selected for the relevant zone and hazard classification.
TER provides dedicated explosion-protected signalling products for applications requiring specialised certification.
This distinction should be confirmed during equipment specification.
CE, EAC and RoHS
TER lists CE marking, EAC certification and RoHS homologation for the Beacon Horn range.
These manufacturer declarations and certifications support integration into applicable equipment markets.
The complete machinery remains subject to its own conformity requirements.
Technical documentation for the exact selected product should be retained as part of the machine documentation package.
Two-Year Warranty
TER specifies a two-year warranty for the Beacon Horn family.
The warranty complements the industrial construction and long-life LED design.
Correct installation, operation and product selection remain important for reliable service.
Environmental and electrical conditions should always remain within the manufacturer’s specified limits.
TER Beacon Horns from Control Devices Australia
Control Devices supplies TER industrial signalling products for Australian OEMs, machine builders, maintenance teams and industrial end users.
When selecting a TER Beacon Horn, useful information includes required light colour, number of colours, preferred light mode, sound output, number of melodies, supply voltage and mounting environment.
For crane and large machinery applications, information about warning distance and ambient noise can also help determine the most appropriate configuration.
Control Devices can assist with TER Beacon Horns for new machinery, equipment upgrades and replacement projects.
Why Choose TER Beacon Horns?
TER Beacon Horns provide a practical way to combine visual and audible warning in one industrial signalling device.
The range includes single-, two- and three-colour TERMBH configurations, industrial crane horns, mini universal products and universal Beacon Horns.
Up to 130 dB acoustic output, multiple melodies, several LED light effects and separate sound and light control allow the warning system to be tailored to the machinery.
IP65 protection, SMD LED technology, 50,000-hour LED life and broad voltage choices support long-term industrial use.
Reliable Audible and Visual Signalling for Industrial Machinery
Industrial machinery depends on clear communication when equipment status changes or personnel need to be alerted quickly.
TER Beacon Horns combine attention-getting audible warning with highly visible LED indication, helping personnel locate and interpret active alarms.
The broad range of models supports cranes, automation, control panels, machinery, warehouses and many other industrial systems.
When correctly selected, mounted and commissioned, TER Beacon Horns provide a robust and flexible signalling solution for modern industrial equipment.
Contact Control Devices for assistance selecting the TER Beacon Horn configuration best suited to your machinery, power supply and warning requirements.
