Whirl-E-Bird
Whirl-E-Bird
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Technical
Overall Height: 16.3"
Overall Width: 16.3"
Overall Depth / Length: 12.7"
Weight: 17.3 pounds
Color: Chrome or Black Chrome
Operating Voltage: 12 VDC
Max Amp Draw:
6A (motor only, measured at 12.8 VDC during startup or high-load conditions)
Lights Maximum: 3.5A (white LEDs) or 2.75A (red LEDs)
Absolute Highest Possible Draw: ~9.5A total (momentary, when white lights are on and motor hits peak simultaneously)
For real-world planning, the system averages just 90W (~7.5A at 12V) during normal rotation. Recommended fusing matches the legacy Roto-Ray exactly: 10A for motor circuit, 5A for lights (or a single 25A unified fuse if wired that way).
Installation
Precise dimensions, electrical requirements, and mounting details for the Whirl-E-Bird™ rotating warning light — everything your spec writer or apparatus committee needs in one clean reference. Built for engineers who still love the classics.
This jam-packed guide has everything you need to mount your Whirl-E-Bird like a pro: step-by-step instructions for direct installs (no adapter needed), easy retrofit setups with the adapter plate, handy drill templates for both options, and a full 2D drawing to make it foolproof.
Stuck or have questions? Hit us up—we’re here to help keep those lights whirling!
Whirl-E-Bird™ is a revolutionary rotating emergency warning light system designed to replace the iconic Roto-Ray®, redefining visibility and reliability for fire apparatus across the nation. Whirl-E-Bird blends legacy-inspired design with cutting-edge technology to keep fire trucks compliant and on the road.
Key Features of the Whirl-E-Bird
Unmatched Visibility: Three LED-powered lamp heads rotate in a circular pattern, delivering a dynamic flash and sweeping motion that cuts through visual clutter, ensuring motorists notice and yield—day or night.
Seamless Integration: Matches existing Roto-Ray mounting patterns and wiring for a drop-in fit, eliminating OEM headaches like paperwork variances or re-wiring.
Modernized Design: High-output LEDs, a reliable BLDC motor, and modular components ensure low maintenance and easy serviceability, built for today’s demanding fire service needs.
Scalable Production: Engineered for volume manufacturing, Whirl-E-Bird is ready to meet the needs of major apparatus builders like Pierce and Rosenbauer without delay.
Standard Model: Features two red and one white light in a chrome finish, compliant with fire vehicle standards in most U.S. states (e.g., CO, ME, OH, TN) for rotating red/white combinations.
3-Year Warranty: Buying from HiViz Lighting comes with a three (3) year warranty on the internal components (motor, power system, gearing) and the company's popular Advanced Exchange Warranty for the light heads . This means the company ships a new light head first and the old light head is returned after the swap.
Whirl-E-Bird comes standard with Red/Red/White lights and is available with either Surface or Recessed mounting, Chrome housing (Black housing available for Recessed mounting only), and includes a Retrofit Adaptor (Surface mounting only).
SPECIAL NOTE: Orders placed through this website ship only to United States addresses. For Canada or international shipments, please contact us directly to arrange delivery.
