Product Overview
Used Mole-Richardson 4051 650W Molequartz Teenie Mole Open-Face Light
It’s ready to keep doing what it was made for — throwing honest light where it counts.
The Mole-Richardson Type 4051 “Teenie Mole” is a 650-watt open-face, focusable tungsten-halogen quartz fixture built for professional film and television lighting.
Mole-Richardson lights have been a studio standard for decades — prized for their rugged construction and timeless reliability. This Teenie Mole carries that legacy forward: a compact workhorse engineered for the physical demands of production life, from set to stage.
Product Condition
Used, clean, and in very good condition except for the missing wire safety screen. Shows typical signs of handling. The fixture remains fully functional and structurally sound.
Product Overview
Mole-Richardson is known for its durable lighting instruments that defined Hollywood’s technical look from the 1930s onward. The 4051 Teenie Mole combines portability with precise control, offering focusable beam adjustment and a strong aluminum and steel chassis. Compatible with standard ⅝-inch stand or hanger spuds, it integrates easily into professional rigging setups.
Key Features
- Model: Type 4051 Molequartz Teenie Mole
- Lamp rating: 650 watts tungsten-halogen quartz
- Voltage: 120/240V A.C. or D.C., 5.4A max (800W max)
- Socket: Compressed single-contact, two per globe
- Focus control: Screw-type rear knob for beam adjustment
- Construction: Solid and perforated sheet steel body
- Reflector: Aluminum with Molebrite Alzak surface
- Finish: Maroon powder coat enamel
- Cable: Attached 25 ft. SO type, 3 conductor #18 AWG
- Dimensions: 6¼" diameter x 7⅜" length; weight 5¼ lbs (with cable)
Applications
- Film and television production lighting
- Stage and theatrical illumination
- Photography studios and portrait setups
- Event and production rentals
- Museum or exhibition lighting design
- Set building and art department mockups
- Restoration or collector display of vintage film equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of lamp does this fixture use?
The Type 4051 uses a tungsten-halogen quartz lamp rated up to 650 watts, compatible with 120V or 240V operation.
Is the missing wire safety screen essential for operation?
The light operates normally without it, but for on-set safety compliance, a replacement screen is recommended.
How is beam focus adjusted?
A screw-type knob on the back of the lamp allows smooth beam control from flood to spot.
What mounting options does it support?
Fits any standard ⅝-inch diameter stand or hanger spud for universal studio compatibility.
What materials are used in construction?
The housing is solid and perforated sheet steel with aluminum die-cast components and an Alzak reflector for durability and reflectivity.
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