Vintage Strand Theatre / Stage Light Retrofitted with Colour LED Spotlight

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The Strand Patt 23 spotlight was introduced in the U.K. in the early 1950's. Constructed with a die cast aluminium body these stage lamps were the main stay of the U.K. theatre lighting scene for almost 40 years. Recently these lamps have had a new lease of life in domestic and commecial usage by being polished and retrofitted with new lamps and wiring. This video shows the very latest improvements to this growing trade by the installation of a 16 colour LED (5 watt) spotlight as part of the refurbishment. This makes the spotlight low energy yet highly efficient and very cool when on. There are also improvements in the optics by using a two lens system one being a fresnel type giving a soft edge more suitable for home lighting. The newly available LED spotlight is remotely controlled to enable different colour changes or preset colour cycles as shown in this video.

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@iSpike Год назад

Brilliant 👍🏻 I just purchased 4 of these lights $100 AUD the lot. I appreciate this video, thanks

@damiensung 9 лет назад

A lovely introduction to a lovely light. Thanks

@goodladdn 6 лет назад

I found four Pattern 23's in the old Cromwell Council Hall, south island New Zealand, also a dust covered example of an old control panel with massive dimmer levers (lockable on or off to a central wheel) been there since the 50's when the hall was built...gave me a good laugh...Ex London Coliseum lighting crew/ Cambridge Arts Theatre/ Prince of Wales, London west end.

@WJCTechyman 3 года назад

I think our little theatre company still has a few of these lamps (120 V versions). I like the way they look polished like that though and the reflector LED is a nice touch as well.

@jeremyhale7067 Год назад

Hi Hugh Just got on of these lights from eBay and intend to refurbish, the electrical side is no problem I am an electrician. What is the best procedure to clean and buff up advice would be much appreciated Thanks

@Lighting_Desk 10 лет назад

Okay, here's where I have my issue... This vintage 1956 Strand Electric Pattern 23 is a part if theatrical Heritage. The lenses are superior, and I've never seen a light output as sharp, powerful and more evenly beam spread than that of modern lanterns. I happen to own a few of these lanterns, as well as a 123, and 2 157's. All I have done with them is a partial refurb. They are still to this day running from their original type lamps (Made by Philips). I am a strong believer that theatrical heritage such as these, which are becoming more rare and difficult to find, should be kept as was. Heritage is not something to force LED upon and use for home lighting. These lamps have had a rich and historical life, and stu deserve to be cared and treated as such. Personal opinion only.

@lxdesign1 8 месяцев назад

I get what your saying -- but I'd rather see a healthy afterlife, than thrown in a metal recycle bin and cast away as thousands of them probably have been. I too have a modest collection of about 8 or so Patt 23's, a bunch of 123's and 2 264's.

@MrCacciLLo 6 лет назад

Really nice video Hugh. Thank you so much for the detailed explanations. What is the second lens that you put inside? is it possible to buy those type of lenses? thank you so much

@StretchMk1 9 лет назад

Hi Hugh, can you tell me what led unit is? Output etc? Thanks

@davidchapman3227 6 лет назад

Hi Hugh, Do you have a link to the LED unit you used inside the light please? Many thanks, David

@MrCacciLLo 6 лет назад

I would guess is something similar to this: www.amazon.com/Lemonbest-Options-Feature-Spotlight-Flashlight/dp/B010NQMSKA

@shad40 9 лет назад

Hi Hugh. I've got a PAT 123 with a fresnel lens lamp that I want to give to my wife as a christmas present. It has a 500W globe in which is obviously too powerful. Can I buy a lower wattage LED light, like in your video, or do i need to take it to an electrician to get rewired? Cheers, Antony

@Gazongola 9 лет назад

Hi! I was wondering, I have recently acquired a Patt 23, retrofitted for standard tungsten bulb. Is there anyway to make it more efficient as a lamp for a room, in your opinion?

@HughStreet 9 лет назад

Thanks for the comment. Unfortunately this lamp is designed as a spotlight and so is designed to illuminate an item not a room. It is ideal to light a picture or room feature not a room in general. If you want a brighter light then some higher wattage tungsten lights can help however the higher the wattage then the hotter the lamp will get and the lamp will have to be wired with this in mind and positioned safely. LED lamps will be much cooler.Hope this helps - if you are specific about what you would like to do I and the type of lamp holder you have fitted then I will try to be specific. Regards Hugh

@Gazongola 9 лет назад

Hugh Street Thank you! I am planning on getting a wooden tripod for it, and make it as bright as I can. I am thinking of using an adapter to put a 90 degree angle on it, and probably get an LED bulb.

@SimonDyerBBQ 8 лет назад

Hi Hugh, Is there anyone who can convert a Patt 23 like yours? I have two that I would like to be polished and have a LED fitted. thanks

@HughStreet 6 лет назад

Sorry I didn't reply earlier - are you sorted now??

@charliedenny1 9 лет назад

is it sanded and polished or coated?

@HughStreet 9 лет назад

+charlie denny Polished using a buffing machine - thanks

@jerkeraxelsson3790 6 лет назад

Hi Hugh, is it possible to come in contact with you with private email. ? Would like to talk about my lamps. ?

@HughStreet 6 лет назад

Yes but I wouldn't like my address to go public - any ideas?

@jerkeraxelsson3790 6 лет назад

well, we could discuss here if you like. Its no secret. I have 30 pat 23:s here in Sweden. 3 different "heads" I was hoping you could share the secret to get them as beautiful as yours. Ive been trying to remove color with differens results. Nothing gets as i want to. Need to use to hard colour remover so aluminium gets black. So i get double the work. First sanding then polish work. Any ideas of how to make it the correct way. Was there paint on your lamps from the beginning? Do you also know anyone who could be interested in buying lamps that are not finished. I have to many to restore them all.

@HughStreet 6 лет назад

Jerker Axelsson hi Thanks for your reply. I sent my lights away to a professional in Scotland who will buff them to a high shine using a buffing machine. The cost about £50 each to have done. You have to strip them completely all the electrical bits, reflectors and lenses so that there is just a body left. As for selling them there is a market on eBay and you should get between 50 and £90 so you will have to take into account shipping costs. You say you have three sorts - can you see what they are as I might be interested. Kind regards Hugh

@jerkeraxelsson3790 6 лет назад

I have the same as you pat 23, but i have three different heads.. I also have one bigger called Pat 743 if im not misstaken. Here are liks how they look. If you are interested please shoot me a email and we can se if we manage to work something out. (Not my lamps in links) anderskallras@gmail.com. www.salvoweb.com/categories/for-sale/country-uk/item-8590-strand-electric-patt-23-123-theatre-lamp www.pamono.co.uk/vintage-silver-steel-stage-theater-lamp-from-strand-electric-1950s www.vntg.com/69276/strand-electric-floor-lamp-1960s/

@chaz58 9 лет назад

you've ruined it! Why have you taken such a wonderful piece of theatrical history and destroyed it by removing the original lens and bulbs, the light was built to be a profile and should always stay that way. I have several of these in perfect condition and used for educating students. I just don't understand why you would want to do this.

@HughStreet 9 лет назад

+DJ CHAZ Thanks for your post. Some will say ruined others may say retrofitted and re-used in an alternative environment. The original Patt 23's are dangerous to use in a home environment in their native state. As they say " horses for courses". BTW there was a Fresnel lens option from Strand in the "good old days"