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FLAMING INFERNO
BURNING FIRE LIGHT
Flame enhanced VERSION III
TABLETOP DESIGN

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ANIMATED GIF ATTEMPT :

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This is an attempt, it is only an attempt.....
nevertheless, it's an'ok' approximation of how the
thing performs, with the understanding it looks
one full magnitude more vibrant in real life.

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This is surely one of those why didn't I think of that kind of ideas; and came out
of one of those inspired 'Eureka' moments, like when you're in the shower and don't
have a pen to write that idea down, but this time, just this once, someone did have
a pen.

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And I'll bet any magic performer in the world would put his stamp of approval on this
light effect. For not only is it very bright, but it will instantly light up surrounding walls
with deep orange/yellow flickering light, just like a campfire. One unusual secondary
effect reported by many users (and this is of course completely psychological) is that the
room (and they themselves by extension ) actually feels warmer.

I showed it to 3 friends the first night I acquired a sample (I was lucky to be the first seller
to have these on ebayland several years ago), and you should've seen their jaws drop.
I'll never forget that.

Considerably less memorable, however, is the first time I saw this thing, and was I ever
fooled (oh yeah...big time)..... I watched in abject horror as a little girl put her hands in the
'flames'.

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Thinking instinctively she'd be quickly incinerated I .... (yep, you guessed it) .... bravely ,
bravely, ran over at high speed to 'save' her.

What a hero I was back then, at least in fanciful theory (my altruism didn't even warrant
applause in the end). Will I ever live that one down? Probably not this year, maybe not
next either. At least my relatives and paramedic friends never found out. And most
importantly, it didn't make the local paper.
• 110 volts AC plug-in operation

1. YOUTUBE
2. Video Clip
   WALL MOUNT VERSION
   All 3 designs (Wall Mount, Tabletop, and Hanging) use the same 'bowl', so the net visual effect is basically the same on all
   

3. CLICK ARROW BUTTON TO PLAY
   

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THE HEART OF THE MATTER :

Closeup of tinted lens/ quartz halogen
light assembly, one of two. These are
easily obtainable 2 pin 20 watt.

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Originally, this Version III was hard to come by in the U.S., and in retrospect I was very,
very lucky to have gotten any at all.

I did my best with the photos, but keep in mind, it looks far more realistic than these
static pictures can possibly convey.

The 'flame' is moving very quickly when you're looking at it in person, and of course
this also just happens to complicate the photography end of it.

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The animations are helpful of course, but still not quite 'there' yet.

At night, outside, count on a visibility of ONE TO TWO CITY BLOCKS (my
unscientific guestimate, haven't actually measured it).

Furthermore, realize that the light assembly is so intense, you do not need total darkness
to get the effect (although darkness does indeed provide a more dramatic setting; after all,
this is what fire does for a living.....it illuminates stuff).

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This is one brilliant lighting trick, and here's the secret:

Two high-intensity quartz halogen tinted bulbs are used, an imbedded high speed fan, and specially arranged silk fabric to create
the illusion of fire. A forceful column of rushing air suspends the fabric in midair (and collapses when turned off).

With precise components positioned just right (bulbs are permanently angled 45 degrees), the effect is complete.

PHOTO LEFT
Angled view of part of the main assembly :

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Silk 'flames' are attached with velcro.
Open grille vents permit swift upward airflow.

You can't tell it's an illusion unless you're right on top of it, and even then it's still
quite spectacular.

Best viewing distance is 5 feet or more (even several hundred feet is feasible).

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FLAME CLOSEUP :

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This picture (left) is the most visually correct in terms of the true intensity
and deep orange/yellow color as it appears to the naked eye

(took a BUNCH of digital pix to get this one)

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SPECS :

A key element to consider in using these is....
THE SHADOW EFFECT
(see picture example above left)

I once utilized 3 of these during a summer weekend backyard outdoor party behind a 3-story house. The effect was awesome in every way.

Due to the careful placement, giant shadows were cast over the stairs and framework of the building.

Needless to say, it was the perfect background setting for this event. So keep in mind it's not just the flame effect in itself that will make your
guests sit up and take notice, but the undulating shadows being thrown against surrounding objects as well.

Of course it also makes for a stunning household decoration, or any setting you can think of that would be enhanced by the warmth
of a live fire effect (restaurant/bar perhaps, or a store window display).

One fellow stuck his unit in his office equipment store window and stopped not only sidewalk pedestrian traffic but passing cars as well
(he was laughing as he told me this).

Trade shows are a good place to have one for attracting long-distance attention to your booth (has already been used in car and home
shows).

I can also foresee nervous neighbors getting ready to call the fire department when they glimpse it in your window.

Brand new, in the box, never used (except that I test every one before they go out), have fun if you end up acquiring one!

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Best part of all: you'll never need fuel

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••• LATE NOTE ! •••

You'll be getting the upgraded GENERATION (version) III model which uses (2) 20 Watt high-intensity Quartz Halogen bulbs. The
originals used 10 Watt bulbs, so the increase in brightness is commensurate.

These are the very latest units with a number of small improvements (but which together make for a much better performing device) including
a grille which more effectively directs air flow......consequently the flame looks even more realistic.

The Halogen bulbs are easily replaceable by the way. And the opening bid price on these Flame Lights is relatively low -- unbelievably, they
went for 66.00 when they originally debuted in the U.S. some years back.

I've tested about 4 competing versions of this model, and they all fall short in terms of both realism and performance.

Some units use silk cloth that is off-color. This results in a flame that looks somewhat unrealistic.

Another one I tested used filters that were just not quite right in terms of color rendition.....resulting in an artificial look.

I was really intrigued (at first that is) with a new version I tested mid-year which, though clever design-wise (it converted into either a hanging
or pedestal version by unscrewing the base) also ended up on the junk heap of failed new ideas - wrong color filter problem again, and
an ultimately insurmountable hinge problem.

At some point I invited my neighbors over to look at various designs side by side with the current Version III unit, and the voting was unanimous in
favor of the very one you're looking at now.

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If you need further convincing (a concept I understand quite well....I'm the most sceptical buyer on earth), here's a link with a hodgepodge of
raving comments from past buyers, plus a bunch of new ideas for using Flame Lights that have floated in recently (special thanx to everyone
who contributed) such as fireplace displays, exhibits etc..... entertaining, and a must read:

http://home.pacbell.net/brynalan/FLAMELIGHTTESTIMONIALS.html

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These use easy-to-replace Quartz Halogen Bulbs, and yep, they include the orange filter (even though the picture isn't showing it).

It's often a good thing to have spares on hand, especially if your Flame Light is being used for a party, stage play, or other major event.

Each flamer takes 2 bulbs.

Click on bulb picture at left for the direct store link if you'd like to add these to your order.