{"product_id":"lb383-single-oval-light-box-black-powder-coated-steel","title":"LB383 - Single Oval Light Box Black Powder Coated Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuyers Products Single Oval Light Boxes are designed to mount 6 in. oval DOT lights.  Oval light boxes are available with stainless steel, black powder-coated steel, smooth or diamond tread aluminum, or black polymer construction.  Available with a cutout for a 2\" side light or front and back cutouts to suit various applications.   The 2.13\" cutout diameter of LB383SL is suitable for 2\" recessed rubber-mounted marker lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:100%; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e3.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eFace Cutout Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e2.60 x 6.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eFace Cutout Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eOval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e3.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e8.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eMount Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eBolt-On \/ Weld-On\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eNumber of Face Cutouts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eNumber of Side Cutouts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eOval Cutout Angle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eSide Cutout Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eSide Cutout Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Single Oval Light Box in Black Powder Coated Steel represents a critical component in ensuring the operational safety and regulatory compliance of commercial vehicles, trailers, and heavy-duty equipment. Engineered with precision and robust material science, this light box provides a secure and durable housing solution for standard 6-inch oval DOT-approved lighting fixtures. Its design directly addresses the demanding environmental and operational conditions faced by vehicles in various industrial and commercial sectors, offering both superior protection and a professional aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its core, the material selection for this light box is paramount to its performance. Constructed from high-quality carbon steel, the component benefits from inherent mechanical strength, rigidity, and ductility. Carbon steel, known for its excellent tensile strength and fatigue resistance, provides a stable and impact-resistant platform for lighting. This structural integrity is crucial for resisting deformation and maintaining the precise alignment of the light fixture, even under conditions of high vibration, road shock, or minor physical impacts often encountered in fleet operations. The chosen carbon steel grade ensures reliable weldability for permanent installation applications and maintains formability during the manufacturing process, allowing for the precise dimensions and cutouts required for an optimal fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhancing the intrinsic properties of carbon steel is the application of a premium black powder coating. This sophisticated surface treatment is not merely for aesthetics; it provides a significantly advanced layer of protection against environmental degradation. The powder coating process involves electrostatically applying a fine, dry powder material, typically a polymer, onto the clean carbon steel surface. The workpiece is then heated, causing the powder to melt, flow, and polymerize into a continuous, uniform film. This thermoset polymer matrix forms a much thicker and more durable coating than traditional liquid paints, offering superior resistance to chipping, scratching, fading, and corrosion. The black finish is UV stable, ensuring that the light box maintains its appearance and protective qualities over extended periods of exposure to sunlight without degradation or chalking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorrosion resistance is a critical attribute for components exposed to the elements. The black powder coating acts as an impermeable barrier, shielding the underlying carbon steel from moisture, road salts, chemicals, and industrial pollutants. This enhanced protection is vital for vehicles operating in diverse climates and conditions, from harsh winter environments where de-icing agents are prevalent to industrial settings where exposure to various corrosive agents is common. By mitigating rust and corrosion, the powder-coated steel significantly extends the service life of the light box and, by extension, the housed lighting unit, reducing maintenance frequency and associated costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design of this specific single oval light box is meticulously engineered to accommodate a single 6-inch oval DOT light. The face cutout diameter, precisely measured at 2.60 inches by 6.75 inches, is optimized for a snug fit with industry-standard oval rubber grommets that typically house these lights. This precision ensures that the light fixture is securely seated, minimizing movement and vibration that could lead to premature bulb failure or wiring issues. The 0-degree oval cutout angle indicates a standard, horizontally oriented placement, suitable for a vast majority of lighting applications such as stop, turn, tail, or reverse lights. The \"Number of Face Cutouts: 1\" specification clearly denotes its purpose for single-light installations, providing a clean and focused lighting solution without unnecessary apertures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 8.00 inches in length, 3.00 inches in depth, and 3.00 inches in height, the light box provides ample internal volume to house the body of the 6-inch oval light, its associated rubber grommet, and sufficient space for wiring connections. This strategic sizing ensures that electrical connections are protected within the enclosure, shielded from direct exposure to road debris, water spray, and potential physical damage. The robust dimensions also contribute to the structural integrity of the box, preventing warping or distortion under load or environmental stress, thereby maintaining the optimal performance and appearance of the installed lighting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting versatility is a key feature of this light box, offering both \"Bolt-On\" and \"Weld-On\" options. The bolt-on method provides flexibility for installation, allowing the box to be attached to various vehicle surfaces using appropriate fasteners. This method is often favored for its ease of installation, potential for repositioning, and simpler replacement if necessary. It requires pre-drilled holes in both the light box and the mounting surface, ensuring a secure mechanical attachment. For applications demanding the highest level of permanence and structural integration, the weld-on method is available. Welding creates a continuous, metallurgical bond between the light box and the vehicle frame or body, resulting in an exceptionally strong and seamless attachment. This is particularly advantageous in heavy-duty applications where maximum durability and resistance to extreme forces are required, and where the light box becomes an integral part of the vehicle's structure. Regardless of the chosen mounting method, proper installation is crucial for the long-term reliability and safety performance of the lighting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe absence of side cutouts (\"Number of Side Cutouts: 0\", \"Side Cutout Diameter: -\", \"Side Cutout Shape: -\") emphasizes the dedicated function of this specific model as a primary lighting enclosure. This design choice simplifies the form factor, reduces potential points of ingress for moisture and debris, and presents a clean, streamlined appearance. For applications where additional auxiliary lighting or marker lights are required, separate, dedicated light boxes or alternative integrated lighting solutions would be specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom a regulatory standpoint, the proper mounting of DOT lights is critical for compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and other regional transportation regulations. This light box plays an instrumental role in facilitating this compliance by providing a stable and correctly oriented platform for the lighting fixture. Proper positioning ensures that the light's beam pattern, lumen output, and visibility characteristics meet the stringent requirements for signaling and safety. An incorrectly mounted light can lead to reduced visibility for other road users, potential fines, and increased risk of accidents. By securely encasing the light, the box also helps protect the integrity of the lighting unit's ingress protection (IP) rating, ensuring its resistance to water and dust penetration remains uncompromised over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe range of applications for the Single Oval Light Box is extensive, spanning across various sectors of the transportation and industrial industries. It is an indispensable component for commercial trucking fleets, semi-trailers, utility trailers, cargo trailers, and flatbeds, where rear, side, or front-facing oval lights are standard. Vocational vehicles such as dump trucks, tow trucks, refuse vehicles, and service body trucks also heavily rely on these light boxes for their robust lighting needs. Beyond road vehicles, the light box finds utility in agricultural equipment, construction machinery, and other off-highway vehicles where durable and reliable lighting is paramount for operational safety, especially during low-light conditions or nighttime operations. Common uses include housing stop lights, tail lights, turn signals, reverse lights, and amber marker lights, all critical for communicating vehicle intentions and dimensions to other operators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation, while straightforward, should adhere to best practices to maximize the product's longevity and performance. For bolt-on applications, careful measurement and drilling of mounting holes are necessary to ensure proper alignment and prevent stress concentrations. The use of appropriate corrosion-resistant hardware is recommended. For weld-on installations, professional welding techniques should be employed to achieve a strong, continuous bead that will withstand dynamic loads and environmental exposure. Prior to light insertion, all wiring should be routed, connected, and properly sealed within the box to prevent shorts and corrosion. The light's rubber grommet should be securely seated in the oval cutout to provide a watertight seal and absorb vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the Buyers Products Single Oval Light Box in Black Powder Coated Steel is more than just a mounting bracket; it is a meticulously engineered component designed to enhance vehicle safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and extend the operational life of crucial lighting systems. Its combination of robust carbon steel construction, advanced powder coating for superior corrosion and abrasion resistance, precise dimensions for standard 6-inch oval lights, and versatile mounting options (bolt-on or weld-on) makes it an industry-leading solution. By investing in such a high-quality light box, fleet managers and vehicle builders can contribute significantly to reducing vehicle downtime, minimizing maintenance costs, and most importantly, improving overall road safety for their operations and the public. This product exemplifies a commitment to durability, functionality, and professional integration, making it an essential choice for any demanding vehicular application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"buyersproductscompany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62449177133427,"sku":"LB383","price":25.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/9513\/9187\/files\/LB383.jpg?v=1768841904","url":"https:\/\/titustrucksaccessories.com\/products\/lb383-single-oval-light-box-black-powder-coated-steel","provider":"Titus Trucks Accessories ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}