{"product_id":"lb663sl-single-round-light-box-black-powder-coated-steel-with-side-light","title":"LB663SL - Single Round Light Box Black Powder Coated Steel With Side Light","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuyers Products Single Round Light Boxes are designed to mount 4 in. round DOT lights.   Light boxes are available with stainless steel, black powder-coated steel or diamond tread aluminum construction. Some models include a cutout for a side light.\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;\"\u003e4.50\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;\"\u003eRound\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;\"\u003e6.00\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;\"\u003e6.00\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;\"\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;\"\u003eOval Cutout Angle\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 Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e2.31\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;\"\u003eRound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Technical Overview: Single Round Light Box Black Powder Coated Steel With Side Light\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Single Round Light Box, finished in Black Powder Coated Steel and featuring a dedicated side light cutout, represents a robust and meticulously engineered solution for mounting critical Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant lighting on various commercial and industrial vehicles. Designed by Buyers Products, this specialized housing is tailored to protect and securely integrate 4-inch round DOT lights, alongside an auxiliary side light, ensuring optimal visibility, regulatory compliance, and prolonged operational lifespan of lighting systems in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePrecision Engineering and Material Science\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the core of this light box's superior performance is its material composition and manufacturing process. Constructed from high-grade Carbon Steel, it offers an exceptional balance of strength, rigidity, and weldability. Carbon steel is specifically chosen for its inherent mechanical properties, including high tensile strength and resistance to impact, which are crucial for components exposed to the rigors of commercial vehicle operation, such as vibrations, road debris, and potential minor collisions. The application of a black powder-coated finish elevates the material's protective capabilities and contributes significantly to the product's durability and aesthetic integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe powder coating process involves electrostatically applying a dry powder to the carbon steel substrate, which is then cured under heat. This process creates a resilient, uniform finish that is far superior to conventional liquid paints in several key aspects. The black powder coating on this light box provides exceptional resistance against corrosion, abrasion, chipping, and fading caused by UV exposure. This ensures the unit maintains its structural integrity and visual appeal even when subjected to harsh weather conditions, road salts, chemicals, and continuous outdoor use. The deep black finish also offers a professional, low-profile aesthetic that complements a wide range of vehicle designs, from heavy-duty trucks and trailers to utility vehicles and agricultural equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimized Design for Functionality and Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design of the Single Round Light Box is meticulously engineered to address specific functional requirements. Its primary purpose is to provide a secure and protected housing for a single 4-inch round DOT light, which typically serves as stop, turn, tail, or reverse lights. The inclusion of a secondary cutout for a side light enhances the vehicle's overall visibility, contributing to safer operation by providing additional lateral illumination for clearance or marker functions. This integrated design streamlines installation and wiring, offering a comprehensive lighting solution within a single, compact unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions are critical for proper light fitment and mounting versatility. With a consistent Height of 6.00 inches and Length of 6.00 inches, the box presents a square footprint, facilitating straightforward positioning on flat mounting surfaces. The Depth of 3.00 inches is precisely calibrated to accommodate standard 4-inch round lights, including their necessary wiring harnesses and grommets, while minimizing protrusion from the vehicle's surface. This compact depth also helps protect the lighting units from external impacts and environmental exposure, extending their operational life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Specifications and Their Implications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the detailed specifications is paramount for ensuring compatibility and optimal application of this light box:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDepth: 3.00 inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 3.00-inch depth is a critical dimension, specifically engineered to provide ample clearance for the body of a standard 4-inch round DOT light, along with its associated wiring and sealing grommets. This depth ensures that the light assembly is fully recessed and protected within the box, safeguarding it from road debris, moisture ingress, and accidental damage while maintaining a relatively low profile on the vehicle’s exterior. It is precisely calculated to offer effective component integration without unnecessary bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Cutout Diameter: 4.50 inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile designed for 4-inch round lights, the face cutout diameter measures 4.50 inches. This deliberate oversizing accounts for the necessary clearance required for installation and removal of standard rubber grommets, which securely hold the 4-inch light in place within the box. The extra 0.50 inches ensures a snug, vibration-resistant fit for the grommet, creating a watertight seal and preventing the light from dislodging under dynamic operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Cutout Shape: Round\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe round shape of the primary cutout is a direct consequence of its intended application: accommodating standard 4-inch round DOT-compliant lights. This widely adopted industry standard ensures broad compatibility with a vast array of existing lighting options, offering flexibility to users in selecting their preferred light brand or functionality (e.g., stop, tail, turn, backup, flood). The round form factor also contributes to structural rigidity around the opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight: 6.00 inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe height of 6.00 inches contributes to the overall compact, square footprint of the light box. This dimension, in conjunction with the length, allows for versatile mounting on various vehicle surfaces, from bumpers and chassis frames to trailer bodies and flatbeds. It provides adequate vertical space to frame the 4-inch round light effectively, ensuring a professional and secure installation that meets aesthetic and functional requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLength: 6.00 inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMirroring the height, the 6.00-inch length creates a symmetrical, easily integrable form factor. This standardized dimension simplifies layout and installation planning, particularly when multiple light boxes are to be mounted in sequence or symmetrical arrangements. The robust 6x6-inch surface area also provides sufficient material for secure bolt-on or weld-on attachment to the vehicle structure, enhancing durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial: Carbon Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs previously detailed, the choice of Carbon Steel for this light box is fundamental to its robustness and longevity. This material offers superior tensile strength and impact resistance compared to lighter materials, making it ideal for the demanding environments faced by commercial vehicles. Its inherent rigidity prevents flex and distortion, ensuring that mounted lights remain securely oriented and functional over extended periods of heavy use and exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMount Type: Bolt-On \/ Weld-On\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis dual-mount capability offers unparalleled versatility for installation. Bolt-on mounting allows for easier initial positioning, adjustability, and future maintenance or replacement, often utilized in applications where vehicle modifications need to be reversible. Weld-on mounting, conversely, provides a permanent, high-strength attachment, suitable for heavy-duty applications where maximum structural integrity and vibration resistance are critical. This flexibility ensures suitability for diverse installation scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNumber of Face Cutouts: 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe specification of \"1\" face cutout confirms that this model is designed for a single primary light. This focus on individual light housing is beneficial for specific applications requiring precise light placement, such as standalone stop lamps, turn signals, or marker lights where space is at a premium or a distributed lighting pattern is desired. It simplifies the component selection process for single-light requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNumber of Side Cutouts: 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inclusion of \"1\" side cutout is a distinguishing feature of this particular model, highlighting its capability to integrate an auxiliary side light. This provides enhanced visibility from the sides of the vehicle, crucial for safety during turning maneuvers, lane changes, or when parked. This single integrated solution reduces the need for separate housings, simplifying wiring and installation while maintaining a clean aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOval Cutout Angle: -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe indication of \"-\" for \"Oval Cutout Angle\" explicitly states that this specific light box model does not feature any oval cutouts. This information is valuable for product clarity, ensuring that users understand the design is exclusively tailored for round lighting components, both for the primary face light and the auxiliary side light. It removes ambiguity regarding light compatibility for this product variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Cutout Diameter: 2.31 inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe precise 2.31-inch diameter for the side cutout is designed to perfectly accommodate standard 2-inch round auxiliary lights, which are commonly used as side markers, clearance lights, or small indicator lamps. Similar to the main cutout, this dimension allows for the secure fitment of a corresponding grommet, ensuring the auxiliary light is held firmly and sealed against environmental factors, preventing premature failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Cutout Shape: Round\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsistent with the main face cutout, the side cutout is also round. This design choice maintains uniformity in light compatibility, allowing for the use of widely available round auxiliary lighting components. The round shape provides a clean, functional integration of the secondary light source, contributing to the overall streamlined appearance and structural integrity of the light box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and Maintenance Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation of the Single Round Light Box requires attention to detail to maximize its performance and longevity. For bolt-on applications, pre-drilling holes in the vehicle surface and using appropriate corrosion-resistant hardware is essential. For weld-on applications, proper welding techniques by a certified professional are recommended to ensure a secure and durable attachment. Wiring for both the main and side lights should be routed and sealed appropriately to prevent moisture intrusion and abrasion, protecting the electrical connections from the elements. The black powder coating requires minimal maintenance, typically only needing occasional cleaning with mild soap and water to retain its finish and protective qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEnhancing Safety and Operational Efficiency\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core benefit of deploying the Single Round Light Box Black Powder Coated Steel With Side Light is the significant enhancement of vehicle safety and operational efficiency. By providing a secure, protected, and DOT-compliant mounting solution for essential lighting, it contributes directly to reducing accident risks through improved visibility for other road users. Protecting expensive LED or incandescent lighting units from damage also reduces maintenance costs and vehicle downtime, ensuring that commercial fleets operate reliably and legally. Its robust construction and corrosion-resistant finish guarantee a long service life, representing a sound investment for any vehicle operator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn summary, the Single Round Light Box Black Powder Coated Steel With Side Light stands as a testament to engineering excellence in commercial vehicle accessories. Its strategic use of high-grade carbon steel, fortified by a durable black powder coating, coupled with a precise design catering to both primary and auxiliary lighting, makes it an indispensable component for maintaining compliance, enhancing safety, and ensuring the longevity of lighting systems across a diverse range of heavy-duty applications. This product offers a reliable, robust, and aesthetically pleasing solution for professional lighting integration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"buyersproductscompany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62449178050931,"sku":"LB663SL","price":40.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/9513\/9187\/files\/LB663SL_45.jpg?v=1768841917","url":"https:\/\/titustrucksaccessories.com\/products\/lb663sl-single-round-light-box-black-powder-coated-steel-with-side-light","provider":"Titus Trucks Accessories ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}