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automatic light controlling company | time switches

Gunfire C/L
A specially cosntructed Controller for main tap operation, provided with a cut-out device to obviate operation on Sunday or any other day.
Gunfire C/L Gas Controller - 1932 catalogue


Gunfire Gas Controller
Gunfire "D" Type Gas Controller - 1936 Advert
1937 Advert


Gunfire Time Switch
Synchronous timeswitch with solar dial. Initially switches 2A at 260V (1937) and then is increased to 5A by 1938.
Gunfire G/S/27/SM Electrical Time Switch - 1937 advert
1938 Advert
1938 advert


Gunfire Time Switch
This model is also called the Gunfire G/S/27/SM, but that must've been a printing error in the advert, as it is clearly different from the model above. It also appears in the same advert as the Gunfire G/S/27/SM so it isn't a new version of the same model. Alternatively it's the 5A version of the 2A time switch above.
Gunfire G/S/27/SM Electrical Time Switch - 1938 Advert
1938 advert


Gunfire Gas Controller
Has a 16/21 day run. In 1939 is shown with the Gunfire Pilot Electric Igniter Type A' which can be added to a standard model gradual action controller. The igniter was described as the "latest addition" in 1939.
Gunfire "A" Type Gas Controller - 1938 advert
1939 advert
1939 advert
1945 advert
1947 advert
Gunfire GF
Introduced in 1939 to meet the demand for a small 10A switch. Described as the latest and most popular model for public lighting in 1939. Semi-enclosed for mounting in metal boxes or base of standards. Base measurement of 2¾";x3¾". Made in 5A or 10A AC versions. Choice of three types of drives: 15 day hand-wound, 21 day hand-wound or synchronous motor drive. Has an external hand control, with "On and "Off", which does not interfere with its operation. All types can be fitted with either standard, solar or semi-solar dials. Also fitted with a handle for ease in removing from base for cleaning or setting. It has a small mounting space which makes it very attractive.
Gunfire GF Electrical Time Switch - 1939 Advert
1939 Advert
1939 Advert
1945 Programme
1946 advert
1946 Programme


gunfire gf/1
Described as the 'latest model' in 1947. Small in size and weight. 10A on 200/250V. A.C. Hand operation for both on and off positions. Available as either hand wound or with a synchronous motor.
Gunfire GF/1 Electrical Time Switch - 1947 Advert
1947 advert
Gunfire GF/2
Synchronous motor-driven time switch fitted with full Solar Dial which embodies an optional midnight check tappet. Mounted in metal weatherproof housing.
Gunfire GF/2 Electrical Time Switch - Public Lighting #74
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Gunfire EW/10
Synchronous Electricity wound clockwork model with four days Spring Reserve in case of mains failure or power cuts. 10A rating. Supplied in a water-tight housing.
Gunfire EW/10 Electrical Time Switch - Public Lighting #74
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Gunfire Gas Controllers
A range of gas controllers are made with 14-day, 21-day and 40-day runs. Solar Dials are also optional across the range.
Gunfire Gas Controller
('A' Type)
Gas Controller - Public Lighting #74
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Gunfire Gas Controller
(Quick Action)
Gas Controller - Public Lighting #74
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Gunfire Gas Controller
(Gradual Action)
Gas Controller - Public Lighting #74
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Gunfire 103
Gunfire 103 Electrical Time Switch - Public Lighting #108
Gunfire 106
Described as the 24 hour Spring Reserve model.
Gunfire 106 Electrical Time Switch - Public Lighting #108