Hardy Lighting Safe Area Unlighted Windsock — Wind Directional Indicator
The Hardy Lighting unlighted windsock is a robust, fully SS316 stainless steel wind directional indicator designed for helipad and onshore safe area applications. Featuring a 360-degree freely rotating frame and hoop assembly, it provides continuous, accurate wind direction indication without the need for electrical connection — making it an ideal low-maintenance solution for sites where lighting is not required or already provided separately. ICAO compliant and IP66 rated, this unlighted wind directional indicator is built to withstand the harshest outdoor conditions.
Key Features
- Constructed entirely from SS316 stainless steel — mast, flange, frame, and hoop
- 360-degree fully rotatable wind indicator assembly for accurate wind direction reading from all angles
- IP66 rated — fully protected against dust and water ingress
- Mast length configurable from 300mm up to 6,000mm to suit any installation height
- Windsock frame must match the selected windsock diameter — available in multiple sizes
- No electrical connection required — simple, reliable, maintenance-free operation
- SS316 flange base for secure structural mounting
- ICAO compliant — suitable for helipad and onshore aviation applications
- Proudly manufactured in the UAE
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Application | Helipad / Onshore |
| Classification | Safe Area |
| Assembly | SS316 fully rotatable |
| Mast Specification | SS316, Ø65 × 2mm |
| Mast Length (Y) | 300mm – 6,000mm (customisable) |
| Mounting | SS316 Flange, DN65, 4 × M16 |
| Tiltable | No |
| Windsock Frame (X) | SS316 rotating frame and hoop |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Life Expectancy | 100,000+ hours |
| Maximum Mast Length | Up to 6m |
| Windsock Colours | Red/White, Orange/White, Orange, Red |
Available Windsock Sizes
| Diameter × Length | Imperial Equivalent |
|---|---|
| Ø30 × 120 cm | 11.8″ × 3.9 ft |
| Ø45 × 250 cm | 17.7″ × 8.2 ft |
| Ø50 × 150 cm | 19.7″ × 4.9 ft |
Note: Windsock cloth is not included. Windsock frame must match the selected windsock diameter.
Assembly Components
The Hardy Unlighted Windsock system consists of four components ordered separately:
1 — Mast 2 — Wind Indicator (rotating head unit) 3 — Sock Frame 4 — Sock (windsock cloth)
Each component is available independently, allowing full flexibility in configuration and replacement.
Certifications
ICAO Compliant | IP66 Rated | Made in UAE
Applications
- Onshore helipads where lighting is not required
- Aviation facilities requiring daytime-only wind indication
- Sites with separate or existing lighting infrastructure
- Temporary helipad installations
- Cost-effective wind direction solutions for safe area environments
Related Products
Looking for an illuminated windsock solution? Hardy Lighting also offers:
- Internally Lighted Windsock (Onshore / Safe Area) — LED illuminated, 5700K, ICAO & CAP437 compliant
- Internally Lighted Windsock (Offshore / Explosion Proof) — Zone 1 rated, CAP437 compliant for helidecks