Halcyon Explorer & Proteus Lighting Systems


Explorer 21 Watts HID System


 
The 2007 release of the Explorer series established a new bar in underwater lighting by designing the industry’s first sealed lid design, including a novel auto-plug battery and an impact resistant battery pod. New in 2008, Halcyon is proud to introduce the next generation of its popular Explorer lighting series, including a range of enhancements that are sure to expand upon the popularity of this trend setting line of Halcyon lights. A new, brighter bulb together with a unique locking bulb design (patent pending) is sure to enhance performance; meanwhile our new socket design is insulated by a space age polymer known as PEEK (Polyethel Ethel Keytone). The high temperature resistance of PEEK (500F) insulates Halcyon light sockets from damage common to our competitor’s lights. Meanwhile the brighter bulb is shorter with an exterior sleeve, reducing the risk of breakage. These new enhancements expand upon the range of unique Halcyon features already present in the Explorer series, setting a new bar in underwater lighting systems.










                                                                        New 2008 Features:


    1.    Locking bulb design eliminates the risk of dislodged bulbs and sporadic ignition problems (patent pending).

   

    2.    High-temperature polymer (PEEK) nearly eliminates risk of socket damage common within the competition.

   

    3.    New, brighter bulb with shorter stem and protection sleeve reduces risk of breakage

   

    4.    Burn times are equivalent to our 18 watt HID - Slightly smaller Ballast size

                                                                          











                                                                            10 watt HID Lightheads


Where innovation meets practicality. Halcyon's fully closed light head (patented) provides divers with a nearly indestructible light head that is able to be adjusted from a laser-like beam to a diffuse soft light with the mere twist of a dial.


If you want the power of a 10w light but in a very rugged and compact package, consider Halcyon's fixed-beam 10w option. The fixed-beam light is designed around an MR-11 HID bulb that burns bright and white with a six-degree spot.

 

Halcyon’s Sealing Gland & Strain Relief


The sealing gland that provides the transition between light cord and canister was over-engineered to protect this critical point in the light’s design. It is fully serviceable and reusable, requiring minimal service. By incorporating the strain relief into the sealing gland, Halcyon has been able to reduce the number of lights returned with damage to the light cord. Combined with the premium cable used by Halcyon for both standard and E/O cords, the strain relief can improve cord service life and keep lights in use longer between services.

Light Canister

As a component of the premier lighting series of the Halcyon line, the Explorer canister is machined from a rod of solid Delrin. Halcyon light heads of all types also feature Delrin construction. This material was patented in 1956 by DuPont and was originally dubbed “synthetic stone” by developers whose goal was the production of a tough, heat-resistant metal substitute. The Proteus series canisters are milled from a solid rod of Ultra High Molecular Weight Plastic, also known as UHMW. Both the Explorer and Proteus canisters have no seams (which are potential leak points) built into the canister. By avoiding PVC and other such brittle materials prone to impact damage and seam leaks, Halcyon raises the

bar on exploration grade underwater lighting. Halcyon light canisters carry a lifetime warranty to the original owner.












E/O Light Cords

Halcyon’s versatile E/O underwater connectors are standard equipment on the Apollo line of underwater film and video lighting. These slender 2-pin connectors allow the user to disconnect the camera, housing, and light heads from our waist-mounted high capacity NiMH battery pack. Without a doubt, this often-overlooked feature is highly prized by underwater filmmakers returning to the stern ladder in heavy seas, or clamoring up the steep sides of a sinkhole!


Curious divers often ask us how the term “E/O” was derived. E/O was the name used for these fittings when they were first manufactured by Electro-Oceanic Inc. Over the years, through mergers and buy-outs, Electro-Oceanic has disappeared from the business landscape. Now in the 4th generation of the design, the term E/O is still associated with this connector.