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Overview
The ten-light Molorama is a two-circuit strip a little under nine feet long. Five lamps share each feed. An alternating gel pattern gives two separately dimmable colours across the run.
Key specifications
| Specification | Type 2651 |
|---|---|
| Lamp positions | 10 cells, up to 1,000 W each |
| Head length | 105½ in. |
| Maximum connected load | 10,000 W, all cells at 1,000 W |
| Factory circuit options | 2 |
| Filter-frame holders | 5 × Type 27220 (2-cell) |
| Reflector | Molebrite Alzak aluminium in each cell |
| Lamp socket | Double-ended, recessed single-contact |
Circuit versions
| Circuits | Cells per circuit | Maximum per circuit | Current at 120 V | Head weight¹ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 5,000 W | 41.7 A | 20¾ lb |
¹ Bare head. Frame holders, filter frames and mounting hardware add weight.
Replacement lamps
| Lamp codes | Per lamp | Supply | Rated colour | Current per lamp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCM / FHM | 1,000 W | 120 V | 3,200 K | 8.3 A |
| EME / EMF | 800 W | 240 V | 3,200 K | 3.3 A |
| EJG / EMD | 750 W | 120 V | 3,200 K | 6.3 A |
| FDF / FDN | 500 W | 120 V | 3,200 K | 4.2 A |
| FCL / FCZ | 500 W | 120 V | 3,000 K | 4.2 A |
| EHM / EHZ | 300 W | 120 V | 2,950 K | 2.5 A |
Mole specifies a T-3 lamp, 4 11/16 in. overall, operated horizontally within 4°. EME and EMF are the 240 V pair. For examples of these lamp codes in other heads, see FCM · EMD · FDN · FCZ.
Strengths and limitations
- The 105½-inch body places 10 cells along a straight line. Each factory circuit can carry its own gel colour and dimmer cue.
- With 10 × 300 W EHM lamps, the connected load is 3,000 W. Gel choice and distance from the backing determine how much light reaches the wall.
Practical uses
This model suits a straight backing with two colour states. If the cue needs a third independent colour, establish where the extra source will come from before loading the frames.
Output and colour
Mole’s strip specification lists the lamps and circuit loads. It gives no measured foot-candles at a stated wall height or setback for the Type 2651. For a multi-colour wash, meter each colour at the base, centre and top of the backing with the show gels in place.
Power and controls
The Type 2651 has no onboard switch. Mole specified 36-inch leads for each circuit and offered different plugs. Identify which cells each lead serves before patching the dimmers. The per-circuit ratings above are for 1,000 W lamps on 120 V.
Optics and mounting
Each filtered cell takes one Type 27240 Molequik frame. The front holders for this length are listed in the specification table. Mole lists the Type 26530 bracket pair for floor use and the 26120 end hangers for pipe mounting. Its removable front holder increases the fixture profile to 13⅛ in. high by 12¾ in. deep. Manufacturer’s accessory drawings.
Comparable fixtures
The nine-light Type 3391 is shorter and divides its lamps across three circuits. Compare model lengths and circuits.
Field coverage and further reading
Mole’s rental catalogue lists the Type 2651 by both model and lamp count. It also lists the frame and floor-bracket or hanger package. Mole-Richardson rental catalogue, Cycs.
Rental and used-fixture checks
At the full 1 kW per cell, either feed carries 5 kW. Confirm the fitted connectors and dimmer capacity for each feed. The complete head rating is 10 kW.
Documentation
- Mole-Richardson Molorama specification and lamp tables (PDF)
- Manufacturer’s Molerama series page and colour layouts
- Molorama filter holders and mounting hardware
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