{"product_id":"1950s-pifco-infra-red-medical-lamp-repurposed-as-a-desk-lamp","title":"Vintage PIFCO Infra Red Medical Lamp Repurposed As A Desk Lamp","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"normal break-word mb-xs-2\" data-buy-box-listing-title=\"\" data-listing-id=\"714795782\"\u003eVintage PIFCO Infra Red Medical Lamp Repurposed As A Desk Lamp\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an absolutely gorgeous 1950s vintage PIFCO Infra Red Medical Lamp Repurposed As A Desk Lamp, and with its original box and instruction leaflet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn its original finish, it comprises a cream coated aluminium shade, red coated steel support, chrome and red metal carry handle, with a cream circular steel base. There is a chrome knob at the junction of the shade and support to allow adjustment of the angle (up or down).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for a desk or for use as accent lighting. It has been rewired with red braided wire, electrically tested, and is working beautifully.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition, the shade does have scuffs and surface scratches commensurate with age and use.  It is fitted with a LED floodlight bulb and comes complete with the original element cage which is a push-fit into the bulb well with an appropriate (smaller) bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original box is a little tatty and discoloured but just about intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase Diameter: 21cm \u003cbr\u003eHeight (from Base to top of shade): 36 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by PIFCO (Provinicial Incandescent Fittings Co.) of Failsworth, Manchester. A company established in 1900 to sell lighting appliances and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince it no longer complied with current Health and Safety regulations, it was too dangerous to continue to use it as a heat lamp, hence it has been converted to a desk lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRepurposing work undertaken:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRewired with red flex: 0.5cm, 3 core, PVC sheathed, cotton braided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas a white ceramic screw light fitting \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew CE marked white plug top fitted along with a 3A fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite In-line switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew low energy, CE marked, bulb. Portable Appliance Testing undertaken (PAT): The lamp has been electrically tested using a flagship Seaward Europa Plus PAT tester, and passed the UK Portable Appliance Inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great looking vintage industrial light for your office, workplace or for bench craft work. Wonderful iconic design; really special! It is just waiting for you to add your own plug adapter (if outside the UK). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-lamps-lighting\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage lamps\/lighting.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PIFCO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37752918769813,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/Vintage_PIFCO_Infra_Red_Medical_Lamp_Repurposed_As_A_Desk_Lamp.jpg?v=1731943912","url":"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/en-us\/products\/1950s-pifco-infra-red-medical-lamp-repurposed-as-a-desk-lamp","provider":"Mullard Antiques and Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}