Electronic Lantern/Emergency Lamp

Uploaded on : October 2009

Product and Applications

It is a device which uses ordinary torch cells to produce bright light output. The heart of the device is the transistorized inverter which converts the low voltage D.C. power to a high voltage high frequency A.C output sufficient to operate a fluorescent lamp.This product gives better output than any conventional system; it finds extensive use as a portable unit in Hospitals, offices, entertainment complexes, outdoor functions etc. during power failure or where power is not available.

Market Potential

This is a low cost device cheaply and easily manufactured. In the state of power crisis in the country it has a ready made market as it is a mobile unit and can be utilized at odd locations. Stationery inverters are available but this device scores above the stationery inverters due to it mobility and reach. The models with facility for charging the battery are still more popular as the battery is re charged and utilized.

Manufacturing Process

This is basically an assembly oriented unit. The various electronic components like resistors, capacitors, transformers etc. are mounted on suitably designed PCB and are soldered. This circuit is thoroughly tested and housed in the cabinet. The cabinet also houses the reflectors, tube holders, switches; reflectors etc. The final assembly is again tested before being packed. The circuit can be designed with readily available components.

Plant and Machinery

As mentioned the unit is basically assembly oriented, hence no major plant and machinery are required. The main machinery involved are mechanical machines such as bench drills, spray painting booths, oscilloscopes, multimeters, Power supply unit, etc. The total cost of plant and machinery is estimated to be approximately Rs. 2.0 to 2.50 lakhs. The machines are all easily available in local markets.

Basis and assumptions

• The unit proposes to work 300 days per annum on single shift basis
• The salary & wages are taken as per the prevailing rates in the market
• The interest rates are as prevailing
• The margin money at 20-25% of the capital is expected to be raised by the entrepreneur
• Cost of plant & machinery are based on the average cost as prevailing.

Implementation Schedule

Project implementation will take approximately 9 months from the day the project is conceived to its commercial production

Raw Material Availability

The major raw material involved are electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, ferrite cores,6/12 watt fluorescent tubes, reflectors, plastic cabinets, acrylic sheets, switches etc. The components are all easily and locally available

Pollution Control

It being an electronic assembly industry, it does not pose any pollution related hazards.

Energy conservation

The unit will be consuming only electrical power. No coal or LDO is proposed to be consumed.

Production Capacity

Quantity	9600 nos per annum
Value	Rs. 28.80 lakhs
Working days	300days
Man Power	14 nos
Electrical Load	5 kw
Water	5 kl/day

Financial aspects

Fixed Cost

	Amount (Rs.In Lakhs)
Land & Building	5.00
Plant & Machinery	2.50
Other Assets	0.50
Preliminary & Pre operative expenses	0.20
Margin money for Working Capital	0.73
Total cost of project	8.93

Cost of Production & Profitability

Annual Sales	28.80
Raw material	7.80
Consumables	0.10
Power	0.38
Repairs & Maintenance	0.15
Salary & Wages	6.12
Selling expenses	1.40
Cost of production	15.95
Operating profit	12.85
Financial expenses:
Interest on Term Loan	0.72
Interest on W.C loan	0.11
Depreciation	0.55
Gross Profit	11.47

Break Even point

• 43.80%

For further information please contact

Information Manager
TIMEIS Project
E-mail: timeis@ficci.com