Last month we reviewed Cejay Engineering’s Phoenix Jr light. If you currently use a Phoenix or have a similar requirement, you can now upgrade to the amazing Athena 1. Like the Phoenix light the Athena I is an IR beacon that transmits a fixed flash rate, but that’s really where the similarities cease. The Phoenix light is very reliable but the only way to turn it on or off is to attach or detach the battery. With the Athena, the signal is turned ON or OFF simply by rotating the bezel located at the base of the unit.
In place of the rectangular 9v battery, the Athena I is powered by the CR-123 battery. These are the same batteries now used to power many weapons accessories so they are plentiful. Available in one or two battery versions, the Athena I equipped with two cells has a life expectancy of just under 550 hrs (with a constant “on” flashing IR signal, that’s around 21 days). Manufactured from a billet of aircraft aluminum, the waterproof cylinder walls are more than 2.5mm thick. Cejay has demonstrated that the beacon can withstand a Suburban driving over it without sustaining any cracks to the case or the special material the IR-LED’s are encased within.
The Athena’s optional base comes equipped with either a strong magnet, or can be permanently affixed via screws or adhesive to any surface. This allows you to simply slide the Athena into the base to mark vehicles or fighting positions.
Aside from the standard IR version the Athena is also available in a red training version.
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Note: Export Notification: Infrared Variants of the described products are regulated by the U.S. State Department in accordance with the guidelines of the International Traffic in Arms Regulation [ITAR] per title 22 code of federal regulations parts 120 – 130. Some Cejay products are available only to military and Law Enforcement personnel.
