Buyers Products Combination 4 Inch LED Stop/Turn/Tail, Backup, and Amber Strobe Light packs a DOT stop/turn/tail, DOT backup, and warning strobe into a single all-purpose fixture. This versatile light is CA13 certified and rated IP69K for extreme dust resistance and waterproofing. The Stop/Turn/Tail and Backup functions meet FMVSS/CMVSS 108 regulations. The strobe features 19 flash patterns and is rated SAE Class 1 J595 Class 1. It also has synchronous and alternating capabilities when paired with other strobes. Multiple mounting options are included for your convenience. The light fits standard 4 in. grommets and can also be surface mounted. All mounting hardware is included. The light has 7-3/4 in. leads with blunt cut ends.
Specifications
| Amp draw at 12 Volts | 1.1 |
|---|---|
| California Title 13 | True |
| Color | Amber/Red |
| Depth | 4.13 |
| Flash Patterns | 19 |
| Hard Wired or Plug | Hard Wired |
| Height | 4.29 |
| Housing Material | Aluminum |
| IP Rating | IP69K |
| Lead Length | 7.75 |
| Lens Material | Polycarbonate |
| Lens Shape | Round |
| Mount Type | Grommet or Surface Mount |
| Number of LEDs | 24 |
| Number of Wires | 7 |
| Overall Width | 0.55 |
| SAE Classification | Class 1 |
| Type of Plug | Blunt Cut |
| Voltage | 10-33 |
| Wattage | 16 |
Advanced Illumination: The 4-Inch Combination LED Stop/Turn/Tail, Backup, and Strobe Light with 24 LEDs
In the demanding landscape of commercial, utility, and emergency vehicle operations, lighting solutions must transcend mere functionality. They must integrate advanced technology, robust durability, and uncompromising regulatory compliance to ensure operational safety and efficiency. The Buyers Products 4-Inch Combination LED Light represents a pinnacle of intelligent illumination engineering, consolidating critical safety functions—Stop/Turn/Tail (STT), Backup, and Warning Strobe—into a single, compact, and highly resilient unit. Equipped with 24 high-intensity LEDs, this multifaceted fixture is meticulously designed to meet and exceed the rigorous performance expectations of modern fleets and specialized vehicles, offering an unparalleled blend of visibility, longevity, and versatile application.
Integrated Multi-Functionality for Enhanced Operational Safety
The core innovation of this 4-inch LED light lies in its seamless integration of three distinct, yet complementary, lighting functions. This consolidated approach not only simplifies installation and reduces the number of individual lighting units required on a vehicle but also ensures cohesive and highly effective visual signaling. Each function has been engineered to deliver optimal performance under various operational conditions, contributing significantly to overall vehicle safety and compliance.
Stop/Turn/Tail (STT) Illumination: FMVSS/CMVSS 108 Compliance
The Stop/Turn/Tail (STT) function is fundamental to vehicle safety, providing essential signaling for braking, directional changes, and continuous rearward visibility. Engineered to comply with FMVSS/CMVSS 108 regulations, this light’s STT component delivers a clear, bright, and universally recognized signal. The 24 LEDs are strategically arranged and driven to produce distinct red illumination for these critical functions. When the brakes are applied, the LED array illuminates intensely to alert following traffic. Similarly, activation of the turn signal results in a precise, unmistakable amber flash sequence, indicating the vehicle’s intended change of direction. In its continuous tail light mode, a steady, less intense red glow ensures the vehicle's presence is visible from the rear during low-light conditions. Adherence to FMVSS/CMVSS 108 standards signifies that the light has undergone stringent testing for photometric intensity, light distribution, and color specifications, ensuring it meets the minimum legal requirements for safe vehicle operation across North America. This compliance is paramount for fleet managers and vehicle manufacturers, mitigating legal risks and ensuring driver safety.
Backup Light: Critical Rearward Visibility
Reversing heavy machinery or commercial vehicles presents inherent challenges and risks. The integrated backup light function addresses this by providing powerful, wide-angle white illumination for the rearward path. This critical feature significantly enhances the operator's situational awareness during reversing maneuvers, illuminating potential obstacles, pedestrians, or other vehicles in the immediate vicinity. The robust output of the 24 LEDs ensures that even in completely dark environments, the area behind the vehicle is adequately lit, improving safety during loading, unloading, parking, or complex maneuvering in confined spaces. Like the STT function, the backup light also adheres to FMVSS/CMVSS 108 standards, confirming its performance meets the stringent requirements for backup lamp intensity and coverage. This ensures that the light not only assists the driver but also clearly signals the vehicle's reverse movement to surrounding personnel and traffic.
Warning Strobe Light: SAE Class 1 J595 and CA13 Certified
The amber warning strobe component elevates this light from a standard combination lamp to a comprehensive safety device. Rated SAE Class 1 J595 and CA13 certified, this strobe is designed for applications where maximum visibility and rapid warning are critical. SAE Class 1 is the highest classification for warning lights, denoting superior optical power suitable for emergency and utility vehicles operating in high-risk environments or at high speeds. This classification confirms the strobe's ability to cut through adverse weather conditions, bright sunlight, and other visual clutter to effectively alert other road users and personnel. The California Title 13 (CA13) certification further underscores its performance, meeting the exacting standards for emergency vehicle lighting established by the state of California, which are often adopted as a benchmark across the industry. With an impressive repertoire of 19 distinct flash patterns, operators can select the most appropriate and effective warning signal for specific operational contexts, from rapid, attention-grabbing pulses to more subdued, yet highly visible, sweeps. The inclusion of synchronous and alternating capabilities allows for advanced lighting configurations when multiple units are deployed. When paired, these lights can flash in unison (synchronous) or in an alternating pattern, creating a dynamic visual effect that significantly enhances vehicle conspicuity and hazard communication, especially on large vehicles or complex work zones.
Advanced LED Technology and Electrical Specifications
The heart of this combination light lies in its advanced LED array and sophisticated electrical architecture. Employing 24 individual Light Emitting Diodes, the fixture capitalizes on the inherent advantages of LED technology: superior energy efficiency, extended operational lifespan, and instantaneous illumination. Unlike traditional incandescent bulbs, LEDs convert a significantly higher percentage of electrical energy into light, minimizing heat waste and maximizing luminous output. This efficiency translates directly into lower power consumption, evidenced by an amp draw of only 1.1 Amps at 12 Volts, resulting in reduced strain on the vehicle's electrical system and potential fuel savings over time.
Operating within a broad voltage range of 10-33 Volts, this light exhibits exceptional versatility, making it compatible with both 12V and 24V vehicle electrical systems without the need for additional converters or complex wiring modifications. This wide voltage tolerance ensures stable performance even with typical vehicle voltage fluctuations, enhancing reliability. The total wattage of 16 Watts confirms its high luminous efficacy relative to its power consumption, delivering bright, impactful light across all functions. The hard-wired configuration with 7-3/4 inch blunt cut leads (7 wires) provides a secure and durable electrical connection. This design allows for direct integration into existing vehicle wiring harnesses, facilitating robust, vibration-resistant connections crucial for heavy-duty applications. The seven wires enable independent control of each function (stop, turn, tail, backup, strobe, synchronization, and ground), offering comprehensive flexibility for wiring and system integration.
Uncompromising Durability and Environmental Resistance: IP69K Rating
The operational environments for commercial and off-highway vehicles are often characterized by extreme conditions, including exposure to dirt, dust, moisture, and temperature variations. This 4-inch combination LED light is engineered to withstand these challenges, boasting an industry-leading IP69K ingress protection rating. IP69K is the highest possible rating for protection against ingress of dust, solid foreign objects, and liquids, specifically high-pressure, high-temperature washdowns. This certification ensures the light remains fully operational and hermetically sealed even when subjected to direct blasts of water at high temperatures and pressures, typical of industrial cleaning processes. This makes it an ideal choice for agricultural equipment, construction machinery, and sanitation vehicles where frequent and aggressive cleaning is common.
The selection of premium materials further reinforces its durability. The robust aluminum housing serves multiple critical functions: providing structural integrity, exceptional resistance to corrosion, and superior thermal management. Aluminum's excellent thermal conductivity allows it to efficiently dissipate heat generated by the LEDs, preventing thermal degradation and ensuring consistent performance and extended lifespan of the electronic components. The lens, crafted from high-grade polycarbonate, offers exceptional optical clarity combined with extraordinary impact resistance. Polycarbonate is renowned for its ability to withstand severe impacts, abrasion, and exposure to harsh chemicals without compromising light transmission or clarity. Furthermore, the material is inherently UV stable, preventing yellowing or hazing over time due to prolonged sunlight exposure, thus maintaining optimal light output and aesthetic integrity throughout the product's operational life. The round lens shape is a standard, versatile design that offers broad visibility and is easily integrated into various vehicle aesthetics.
Versatile Mounting and Installation Solutions
Recognizing the diverse mounting requirements across different vehicle platforms, the Buyers Products combination light offers multiple installation options for maximum convenience and adaptability. The fixture is designed to fit standard 4-inch grommets, a common and highly effective method for flush-mounting round lights into pre-cut openings in vehicle panels. Grommet mounting provides a clean, integrated appearance and often simplifies wiring access. Alternatively, the light can be surface mounted, providing flexibility for applications where flush mounting is not feasible or desired. All necessary mounting hardware is included, simplifying the procurement and installation process for technicians. This dual-mount capability ensures that the light can be securely and optimally positioned on a wide range of vehicles, from heavy-duty trucks and trailers to specialty vocational equipment. The compact dimensions, with a depth of 4.13 inches and height of 4.29 inches (presumably diameter for a 4-inch round light), facilitate integration even in space-constrained areas.
Applications Across Diverse Industries
The versatility and robust specifications of this 4-inch combination LED light make it an indispensable component across a multitude of industries and vehicle types:
- Commercial Transport & Logistics: Essential for heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and delivery vehicles, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations for STT and backup functions, while the strobe provides critical warning for roadside stops or maneuvering in depots.
- Construction & Mining: Ideal for excavators, loaders, dump trucks, and other heavy equipment operating in challenging, dusty, and wet conditions. The IP69K rating and SAE Class 1 strobe provide critical safety for personnel and other vehicles on job sites.
- Utility & Municipal Fleets: Perfect for utility trucks, municipal service vehicles, and sanitation equipment. The amber strobe provides high-visibility warning during roadside work, while the robust construction withstands daily rigorous use and frequent cleaning.
- Emergency & First Response: While not a primary emergency warning light, its CA13 and SAE Class 1 strobe capabilities make it an excellent supplementary warning light for fire apparatus, ambulances, and police vehicles, especially for rearward visibility and specific operational scenarios.
- Agricultural Equipment: Tractors, combines, and other farm machinery benefit from the durable, weather-resistant design and the multi-functional safety signaling, crucial for operations on public roads and in dusty field conditions.
- Marine & Recreational Vehicles: Its extreme waterproofing (IP69K) also makes it suitable for certain marine applications or off-road recreational vehicles that encounter significant water exposure.
Return on Investment and Long-Term Value
Investing in the Buyers Products 4-Inch Combination LED Stop/Turn/Tail, Backup, and Strobe Light transcends the initial purchase cost, delivering substantial long-term value through reduced operational expenses and enhanced safety. The inherent longevity of LED technology significantly reduces maintenance intervals and replacement costs compared to traditional incandescent lighting, where bulb failures are frequent. The low power consumption contributes to marginal but cumulative fuel efficiency gains, particularly across large fleets. Furthermore, the superior durability provided by the aluminum housing, polycarbonate lens, and IP69K rating minimizes the risk of damage from environmental factors or impacts, extending the service life and ensuring continuous, reliable performance.
Beyond the direct financial benefits, the enhanced safety provided by this advanced lighting solution is invaluable. Improved visibility for braking, turning, and reversing, combined with the powerful, regulatory-compliant warning strobe, actively mitigates the risk of accidents. This leads to fewer repairs, reduced insurance claims, and, most importantly, a safer working environment for operators and the public. The combination of multi-functionality, robust construction, and comprehensive compliance standards positions this light as an exemplary solution for demanding applications, embodying efficiency, durability, and safety in a single, high-performance package.
