CR123 Battery Adapter for SDU-5/E Distress Marker Strobe

 
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Bring your vintage strobe light back to life! We are offering a precision-machined brass battery adapter that allows you to power the legendary US military SDU-5/E and SDU-39/N distress marker lights using a modern, readily available CR123 lithium battery. The original BA-1574/U mercury batteries have been out of production for decades, making this adapter the only reliable way to get your Vietnam or Cold War era strobe flashing again. The adapter includes a rubber O-ring for a weatherproof seal.

Availability Vyprodáno
€36,66
Product code ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH. 21465
Category Vietnam War
Warranty NE
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The essential upgrade for functional vintage gear.

  • How it Works: The SDU family of strobes was designed around an obsolete mercury battery. This adapter acts as a sleeve: simply drop a standard 3V CR123 lithium battery inside, screw the adapter onto the strobe in place of the original battery cap, and your device is ready for action.

  • Solid Construction: The adapter is heavily machined from solid brass for excellent conductivity and durability. It comes with a rubber O-ring to maintain the strobe's waterproof integrity.

  • Markings: The bottom of the cap is engraved with the polarity (+), the required battery type (CR123), and the maker's mark.

  • Compatibility: Designed to fit SDU-5/E, SDU-39/N distress markers and similar variants. Please note: CR123 battery is not included.

Technical Specs:

  • Item: Battery Adapter / Conversion Cap

  • Material: Machined Brass

  • Compatible Devices: SDU-5/E & SDU-39/N Strobes

  • Required Battery: 1x CR123 (3V) Lithium - Not included

  • Includes: Brass adapter body, rubber O-ring

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