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    Find the right lumen level to brighten your space. Then, compare the way warm, neutral, and cool lighting affect the appearance of everyday objects.

    Headlamps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Headlamps. Headlamps, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Headlamps, Style C.

    Style A

    Style C

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Headlamps, Style D.

    Style D

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Headlamps. Headlamps.
    Image of Specification. Flood. Front orientation. Headlamps. Headlamps.

    Flood

    Light that moves with your gaze, not your grip. These headlamps provide hands-free illumination. IP rated, they’re sealed to keep out splashing and dripping water.
    Adjustable Beam Focus—Adjustable-beam-focus headlamps have a spot-to-flood beam that narrows and broadens as you twist the head.
    Spot/Flood Beam—Headlamps with a spot/flood beam can shine both at the same time for maximum brightness.
    Flood Beam—Headlamps with a flood beam cast uniform light for close-up tasks and inspection work.
    Spot Beam—Headlamps with a spot beam cast light with a bright center for long distances.
    Removable Magnetic Light—Removable magnetic lights double as task lights—just pop them out and stick them to any metal surface.
    Safety Light—Headlamps with a safety light also shine from the back of your head, so others can see you from all sides.
    Voice Command—Choose headlamps with voice command to change the settings on your headlamp without lifting a finger.
    Compatible with Disposable Batteries—Rechargeable headlamps that are compatible with disposable batteries allow you to swap in three AAA disposable batteries instead of waiting for a charge.
    Hard Hat Clips, Reflective Elastic Strap with Rubber Grip, and Rubber Strap—Headlamps with a rubber grip, rubber strap, or hard hat clips stay in place on hard hats.
    Beam
    Battery
    Style
    Head
    Tilt
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Light Pattern
    Setting
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Features
    Included
    No.
    Req.
    Charging
    Time, hr.
    Compatible with Disposable
    Batteries
    Includes
    Each
    Rechargeable Battery
     
    Fixed Beam Focus
    A90°1,100 lm (2.5 hr.)
    20 lm (65 hr.)
    500 lm (6.5 hr.)
    10 lm (83 hr.)
    530 lm (6 hr.)
    15 lm (80 hr.)
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    555 ft.
    70 ft.
    205 ft.
    25 ft.
    505 ft.
    75 ft.
    Spot/Flood
    Spot/Flood
    Flood
    Flood
    Spot
    Spot
    Blue, Green, Red, WhiteBattery Life Indicator, Safety Light, Voice CommandYes11NoReflective Elastic Strap with Rubber Grip7151N11000000
     
    Adjustable Beam Focus
    C90°1,000 lm
    700 lm (2.25 hr.)
    400 lm (3.75 hr.)
    110 lm (14 hr.)
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    Burst550 ft.
    435 ft.
    345 ft.
    170 ft.
    Spot-to-FloodGreen, Red, WhiteYes12YesReflective Elastic Strap with Rubber Grip2048K2300000
    D90°1,200 lm
    500 lm (6.75 hr.)
    160 lm (10 hr.)
    45 lm (28 hr.)
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    Burst605 ft.
    385 ft.
    220 ft.
    120 ft.
    Spot-to-FloodWhiteBattery Life Indicator, Removable Magnetic LightYes12NoHard Hat Clips
    Reflective Elastic Strap
    Rubber Strap
    2048K8200000
    D90°2,075 lm
    1,025 lm (11.25 hr.)
    330 lm (6.25 hr.)
    70 lm (36 hr.)
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    Burst635 ft.
    445 ft.
    255 ft.
    115 ft.
    Spot-to-FloodWhiteBattery Life Indicator, Removable Magnetic LightYes15YesHard Hat Clips
    Reflective Elastic Strap
    Rubber Strap
    7151N1300000
     

    Waterproof Headlamps

    Image of ProductInUse. Rubber Strap Shown In Use (Hard Hat Not Included). Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps.

    Rubber Strap Shown In Use

    (Hard Hat Not Included)

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps, Style A.

    Style A

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps, Style B.

    Style B

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps.

    Image of Specification. Flood. Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps.

    Flood

    Drop these headlamps in water and they’ll still work—they’re IP rated to withstand submersion for at least 30 minutes. Use them to shine light on your work while keeping your hands free. All can cast either a spot beam with a bright center for long distances, or a uniform flood beam for close-up tasks and inspection work. These headlamps are tested against ANSI/PLATO FL 1 standards to confirm the accuracy of performance attributes such as beam distance, impact resistance, and battery life.
    Rechargeable Battery
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps, Style A.

    Style A

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Waterproof Headlamps, Style B.

    Style B

    Style A—Style A can be used as a flashlight—just snap them out of the strap. Wrap them around a hard hat with their rubber-coated elastic strap, or attach them with the included clips. The strap is reflective, so drivers will see you. These headlamps have a battery life indicator to let you know when to recharge. If you need these headlamps to work right away and can’t wait for them to charge, you can use disposable batteries instead of their rechargeable one. They work with two CR123 batteries.
    Style B—Style B can be used as a flashlight—just snap them out of the strap. Wrap them around a hard hat with their rubber-coated elastic strap, or attach them with the included clips. The strap is reflective, so drivers will see you. These headlamps have a battery life indicator to let you know when to recharge. If you need these headlamps to work right away and can’t wait for them to charge, you can use disposable batteries instead of their rechargeable one. They work with three AAA batteries.
    Green Beam—On headlamps with color options, the green beam shows more contrast than the red beam, but it can interfere with your ability to see in dark conditions.
    Red Beam—On headlamps with color options, the red beam lets you see in low light without disrupting your night vision.
    IP68 Enclosure Rating—IP68-rated headlamps can be submerged in water for more than 30 minutes. They’re also sealed against dust.
    Beam
    Overall
    Battery
    Style
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Included
    No.
    Req.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Includes
    Color
    Each
    LED—Fixed Beam Focus
    A780 lm (3.5 hr.)
    500 lm (5.75 hr.)
    72 lm (19 hr.)
    1,500 lm (2 hr.)
    High Beam
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    High Beam
    492 ft.
    170 ft.
    65 ft.
    541 ft.
    Spot
    Flood
    Flood
    Spot/Flood
    Red, White3 3/4"1 3/4"1 3/8"Yes1IP68
    Hard Hat Clips
    Rubber-Coated Elastic Strap
    Black7674N11000000
    B1,050 lm (5.5 hr.)
    500 lm (9 hr.)
    65 lm (42 hr.)
    2,150 lm (3.5 hr.)
    High Beam
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    High Beam
    551 ft.
    183 ft.
    62 ft.
    623 ft.
    Spot
    Flood
    Flood
    Spot/Flood
    Green, Red, White4"2"1 5/8"Yes1IP68
    Hard Hat Clips
    Rubber-Coated Elastic Strap
    Black7674N1200000
     

    High-Visibility Headlamps

    Light up work while staying visible in high-risk areas. These headlamps have LEDs on the head band so forklift and truck drivers can see you. You can set the lights to shine steady or flash. These headlamps are tested against ANSI/Plato FL 1 standards to confirm the accuracy of performance attributes such as beam distance, impact resistance, and battery life.
    Rechargeable Battery
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Headlamps. High-Visibility Headlamps, Style A.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Spot/Flood Beam. High-Visibility Headlamps.
    Image of Specification. Flood. Front orientation. Spot/Flood Beam. High-Visibility Headlamps.

    Style A

    Spot/Flood Beam

    Flood

    Style A—Style A have lights all around the head band for 360° visibility. You can turn the front and band light on separately or simultaneously. Battery life is measured when all lights are on. They include a rubber strap you can wrap around a hard hat—no hard hat clips required. These headlamps are rated for temporary submersion in water.
    They have a memory function that defaults to your preferred light combination when you first turn them on.
    Spot/Flood Beam—Headlamps with a spot beam have a bright center for lighting up long distances. Headlamps with a flood beam cast a uniform spread of light that’s good for close-up tasks and inspection work.
    Green Beam—On headlamps with color options, the green beam shows more contrast than the red beam, but it can interfere with your ability to see in dark conditions.
    Red Beam—On headlamps with color options, the red beam lets you see in low light without disrupting your night vision.
    Beam
    Overall
    Style
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Material
    Batteries
    Included
    Charging
    Time, hr.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Color
    Each
    LED
     
    Fixed Beam Focus
    A515 lm (2 hr.)
    355 lm (3 hr.)
    350 lm (3 hr.)
    40 lm (20 hr.)
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    355 ft.
    295 ft.
    145 ft.
    49 ft.
    Spot/Flood
    Spot/Flood
    Flood
    Flood
    Green, Red, White2 1/4"1 1/2"1 1/4"PlasticYes3IP67
    Black7148N11000000
     
    Disposable Battery
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Headlamps. High-Visibility Headlamps, Style C.
    Image of Specification. Flood. Front orientation. Flood. High-Visibility Headlamps.

    Style C

    Flood

    Style C—Style C are a lower cost alternative that has a red light in back so people can see you when it is dark. However, they don’t have lights all around the head band. The front light has a dial to dim the light anywhere from high to low for precise lighting control. They are a good choice for wearing on your head rather than on a hard hat. Rated IP54, they’re sealed against dust and splashing water.
    Flood—Headlamps with a flood beam cast a uniform spread of light that’s good for close-up tasks and inspection work.
    Red Beam—On headlamps with color options, the red beam lets you see in low light without disrupting your night vision.
    Beam
    Overall
    Battery
    Style
    Head
    Tilt
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Material
    Included
    Size
    No.
    Req.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Color
    Each
    LED
     
    Fixed Beam Focus
    C90°560 lm (2 hr.)
    55 lm (8 hr.)
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    100 ft.
    29 ft.
    FloodRed, White2 1/4"1 1/8"1 3/8"PlasticYesAAA3IP54
    Black7148N12000000
     

    Side-Mount Headlamps

    Image of ProductInUse. Adhesive-Mount Hard Hat Attachment. Front orientation. One Adhesive-Mount Hard Hat Attachment. Side-Mount Headlamps.
    Image of ProductInUse. Clip-On Attachment for Baseball Caps. Front orientation. One Clip-On Attachment for Baseball Caps. Side-Mount Headlamps.

    Adhesive-Mount Hard Hat

    Attachment

    Clip-On Attachment for

    Baseball Caps

    Image of ProductInUse. Clip-On Attachment for Slotted Brimless Hard Hats. Front orientation. One Clip-On Attachment for Slotted Brimless Hard Hats. Side-Mount Headlamps.

    Clip-On Attachment for

    Slotted Brimless Hard Hats

    Light up work even when your visor is up. These headlamps come with three attachments that fit with anything from your hard hat to your baseball cap. A strong magnet connects the light to the attachments, so swap between them in a snap. When you need close-up illumination, detach the light and hold it as a task light.
    Rated IP54, these headlamps are sealed against dust and splashing liquids. They’re tested against ANSI/PLATO FL 1 standards to confirm the accuracy of performance attributes such as brightness, battery life, and beam distance. On the high beam, these lamps will illuminate the length of a football field.
    Twist the head to adjust from a narrow spotlight to a wide floodlight. These headlamps are rechargeable and include a spare rechargeable battery. If you aren’t near an outlet or you can’t wait for a recharge, they’ll also run on three disposable AAA batteries.
    Beam
    Overall
    Battery
    Head
    Tilt
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity Setting
    Distance,
    ft.
    Color
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Material
    Included
    No.
    Req.
    Compatible with Disposable
    Batteries
    Includes
    Color
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Rechargeable Battery
     
    LED—Twist-Head Adjustable Beam Focus with Spot-to-Flood Beam
    45°500 lm (2.5 hr.)
    240 lm (5.75 hr.)
    95 lm (12 hr.)
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    340White3 5/8"6 7/8"2 3/8"PlasticYes1YesOne Adhesive-Mount Hard Hat Attachment
    One Clip-On Attachment for Baseball Caps
    One Clip-On Attachment for Slotted Brimless Hard Hats
    One Spare Rechargeable Battery
    Charging Cord
    BlackIP54
    7254N11000000
     

    Hazardous Location Headlamps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Hazardous Location Headlamps, Style A.
    Image of Specification. Flood Beam. Front orientation. Headlamps. Hazardous Location Headlamps.
    Image of Specification. Spot Beam. Front orientation. Headlamps. Hazardous Location Headlamps.

    Style A

    Flood Beam

    Spot Beam

    Light up work without risking an explosion. NEC rated, these headlamps are safe to use in areas with ignitable concentrations of flammable or combustible gases, vapors, and liquids. Swap the elastic strap with the included rubber strap to wear them around a hard hat—no clips required. To attach them to a welding helmet, use the included snap-together fastener. IP rated, you can drop them in water and they’ll still work. These headlamps are tested against ANSI/PLATO FL 1 standards to confirm the accuracy of performance attributes such as beam distance, impact resistance, and battery life.
    Rechargeable Battery
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Headlamps. Hazardous Location Headlamps, Style A.

    Style A

    Style A—Style A withstand drops from up to 6 feet.
    Spot Beam—Headlamps with a spot beam have a bright center for lighting up long distances.
    Flood Beam—Headlamps with a flood beam cast a uniform spread of light that’s good for close-up tasks and inspection work.
    Intrinsic Safety—Intrinsically safe headlamps cannot cause an explosion, so they're a better choice where hazardous material is present in normal operating conditions.
    Charging Base—Headlamps with a charging base can mount out of the way to keep your charging area free of clutter.
    Hazardous Location Rating—Hazardous location ratings indicate where manufacturers have included safety features in products to facilitate their safe use in hazardous environments. Before selecting a product for a hazardous location, ensure it is rated for your environment.
    Beam
    Overall
    Style
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Distance
    Pattern
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Hazardous Location
    Protection Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Hazardous Location Rating
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Includes
    Color
    Each
    LED—Fixed Beam Focus
    A250 lm (7 hr.)
    190 lm (7.5 hr.)
    120 lm (13 hr.)
    290 ft.
    290 ft.
    62 ft.
    Spot/Flood
    Spot
    Flood
    3 1/4"1 3/4"1 3/4"Intrinsic SafetyYesNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups A, B, C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEC Class III Divisions 1, 2
    IP67
    Charging Base
    Rubber Strap
    Snap-Together Fastener
    Yellow2048K1020000000
    A250 lm (7 hr.)
    190 lm (7.5 hr.)
    120 lm (13 hr.)
    290 ft.
    290 ft.
    62 ft.
    Spot/Flood
    Spot
    Flood
    3 1/4"1 3/4"1 3/4"Intrinsic SafetyYesNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups A, B, C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEC Class III Divisions 1, 2
    IP67
    Rubber Strap
    Snap-Together Fastener
    Yellow2048K10100000
     

    Vehicle Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vehicle Lights. Vehicle Lights, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vehicle Lights. Vehicle Lights, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vehicle Lights. Vehicle Lights, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vehicle Lights. Vehicle Lights, Style D.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vehicle Lights. Vehicle Lights, Style E.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Style D

    Style E

    Mount these lights onto your vehicle.
    SAE J593 Vehicle Lights—Lights that meet SAE J593—an international standard for backup lights—are designed for use with your backup cameras.
    IP69K Enclosure Rating—Lights that meet IP69K are protected against dust, pressure, and steam.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—Lights that meet IP67 are protected against dust and temporary immersion in water.
    Overall
    Bulbs
    Wire
    Leads
    Style
    Head Adjustability
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dia.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Replaceable
    Brightness,
    lm
    Lens
    Material
    Housing Material
    No.
    of
    AWG
    Lg.
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Mounting
    Hole Dia.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Vehicle Lights
    ASide to Side, Up and Down12 to 243 1/2"5 7/16"LED8No900PlasticPlastic216
    12"Yes5/16"IP69K
    8404K310000000
    BSide to Side, Up and Down12 to 1106 1/16"4 1/2"LED1No780PlasticPlastic216
    10"YesIP69K
    8404K83000000
    CSide to Side, Up and Down12 to 246"6 11/16"LED1No1,400PlasticPlastic216
    10"YesIP69K
    8404K85000000
    CSide to Side, Up and Down12 to 483 15/16"5 11/16"LED6No700PlasticPlastic216
    12"Yes5/16"IP67
    8404K3200000
    DSide to Side, Up and Down125"Incandescent1No280GlassRubber218
    10"YesIP67
    1635K5600000
    ESide to Side, Up and Down12 to 247 5/8"6 3/16"LED1No1,260PlasticPlastic216
    10"YesIP69K
    8404K84000000
    ESide to Side, Up and Down12 to 1106 7/16"4 7/8"LED1No780PlasticPlastic216
    10"YesIP69K
    8404K82000000
     
    SAE J593 Vehicle Lights
    CSide to Side, Up and Down12 to 485 7/16"5 11/16"LED1No570PlasticPlastic216
    10"YesIP67
    8404K81000000
     
    UL Recognized Component Vehicle Lights
    BUp and Down12 to 244 1/2"4 1/2"LED6No1,600PlasticPowder-Coated Aluminum218
    12"YesIP69K
    1934K2000000
     

    Clip-On Miniature Flashlights

    Clip these little flashlights to a baseball cap or a surface to light up your work. They cast a flood beam with a uniform spread of light that’s ideal for close-up tasks.
    Disposable Battery
    Image of ProductInUse. Style D. Front orientation. Style D. Clip-On Miniature Flashlights.
    Image of Specification. Flood. Front orientation. Flood. Clip-On Miniature Flashlights.

    Style D

    Flood

    Style D—Style D can clip onto the brim of a hat. They have a magnetic back you can stick to metal surfaces, and their two-way clip fits over pockets, straps, and other surfaces. The head rotates 180° to aim light where you need it.
    Red Beam—The red beam lets you see in low light without disrupting your night vision.
    IP54 Enclosure Rating—IP54-rated flashlights are sealed to keep out dripping, splashing, and falling liquids, as well as humidity. They are sealed against dust.
    ANSI/PLATO FL 1—These flashlights are tested against ANSI/PLATO FL 1 standards to confirm the accuracy of performance attributes such as beam distance, impact resistance, and battery life.
    Beam
    Overall
    Style
    Head
    Tilt
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light
    Setting
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Batteries
    Included
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Specs. Met
    Each
    LED
     
    Fixed Beam Focus
    D180°80 lm (3.5 hr.)Low Beam42 ft.FloodRed, White3 3/16"1 5/16"YesIP54
    ANSI/PLATO FL 12448N15000000
     
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