Ideal E23 / Signal 223 12V 2‑Lamp Flasher (NOS, Boxed) Vintage

$14.99

type: Unknown Type
Vendor: CorvairFarmer

Description:

The flasher canister is stamped:

“SIGNAL 223 – 2 LAMP”

The box shows:

“Ideal – E23 (AP273S) – 12 Volt – For 23–32 C.P. Lamps”

Key Specs

  • Brand: Ideal (est. 1913)

  • Model: E23 / AP273S

  • Stamped Unit: Signal 223

  • Voltage: 12V

  • Lamp Rating: 23–32 candlepower

  • Load Capacity: 2‑lamp circuit

  • Type: Thermal/mechanical flasher

  • Terminals: 2‑prong (standard L & P)

  • Era: 1950s–1970s aftermarket

This is a light‑load flasher, intended for vehicles with simple two‑lamp turn‑signal systems.


🚗 Correct Applications

The Ideal E23 / Signal 223 fits any 12‑volt, 2‑lamp turn‑signal circuit, including:

Passenger Cars (1950s–1970s)

  • GM: early Nova, Corvair, Chevelle base models

  • Ford: Falcon, Fairlane, early Mustang

  • Chrysler: Valiant, Dart

  • Imports: VW Beetle (with adapter), early Toyota/Datsun

Light Trucks

  • GM C‑series base models

  • Ford F‑100 / F‑150 (early years)

  • Dodge D‑series

Specialty

  • Farm equipment

  • Utility carts

  • Dealer‑installed accessory turn‑signal kits

  • Trailer lighting kits with 2‑lamp circuits

This flasher is period‑correct for many vehicles that used simple, low‑load turn‑signal systems.

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