Five work lights that illuminate a specific point or work surface up close. Cast aluminum, Deutsch connector, connects directly to the 12- to 48-volt vehicle electrical system.
You shouldn't choose a work light based on lumens alone: the machine, the mounting position, and the on-board power supply all work together to determine which light luminaire is the right one. This page will help you make that choice; orders are placed through a consultation with an engineer. Also known as work lighting or machine-mounted lighting.
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Work lights around an asphalt paver: plenty of light on the work area, without dazzling the surrounding area
Luminous flux per luminaire
Weight starting at DarkLicht Mini
Operating temperature from
Connector, the vehicle stand
Sorted by luminous flux and displayed to scale, so you can immediately see which size fits the machine in addition to the lumen rating. For each light luminaire, it indicates where it is installed in practice.
Cab and Chassis: Right on the Job
The smallest in the line: a full-fledged die-cast work light for situations where every centimeter counts.
18 W · IP69K / IK10 · 1.1 kg
Pole and frame, glare-free
Non-glare work light with full cut-off: the light stays on the floor, away from the eyes of anyone working nearby.
30 W · IP69K / IK08 · 1.0 kg
Boom and cab, the European work light
The workhorse of the line, available in four power ratings and as an HT version up to +120 °C. Connector in the housing, no cable.
35 to 65 W · IP69K / IK10 · 1.8 kg
Chassis and crane, extremely robust
The most heavy-duty work light, Dakar-tested. Also completely in 316L stainless steel (5.0 kg) and in AC.
55 to 70 W · IP69K / IK10 · 3.1 kg
Mast and frame, glare-free with power
The largest non-glare work light: full cut-off, with the output of a small floodlight.
60 to 75 W · IP69K / IK08 · 3.3 kg
The luminaires are on inter se on scale Within this group: the DarkLicht S, which is 260 mm wide, is the standard size. Lumen ratings are maximum values per model; these vary depending on the lens angle, voltage, and color temperature. None of these charts serve as an ordering guide: the selection is made during a consultation.
Maximum values per model. The connection column is included intentionally: a watertight Deutsch connector on the vehicle electrical system eliminates the need for a junction box, a cable gland, and a potential source of malfunction on each machine.
| Luminaire | Power | Luminous flux | Weight | Tension | Connection | IP and IK | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goby Mini | 18W | 2,300 lm | 1.1 kg | 9–32 VDC | Deutsch DTP04 in the housing | IP69K / IK10 | −45 to +50 °C |
| DarkLicht Mini | 30 W | 4,800 lm | 2.2 lbs | 10–50 VDC | Deutsch DTP04 in the housing | IP69K / IK08 | −45 to +50 °C |
| Goby | 35 to 65 W | 8,200 lm | 1.8 kg | 9–32 VDC · HT also 90–305 VAC | Deutsch DTP04 in the housing | IP69K / IK10 | -45 to +50 °C, HT +120 °C |
| Piranha | 55 to 70 W | 8,400 lm | 3.1 kg | 9–35 VDC · 90–305 or 180–528 VAC | Cable with Deutsch DT04-2P (DC) | IP69K / IK10 | −45 to +50 °C |
| DarkLicht S | 60 to 75 W | 12,825 lm | 3.3 kg | 9–32 VDC | cable with Deutsch DT04-2P | IP69K / IK08 | −45 to +50 °C |
The Goby, Goby Mini, and Piranha are vibration-resistant up to 6 G at resonance in accordance with IEC 60068-2-6, with shock testing in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27. All models connect directly to 12- and 24-volt vehicle electrical systems. The DarkLicht Mini supports up to 50 VDC; the Goby and Piranha are also available in AC versions with a remote driver.
The housing and cooling fins are a single cast piece made of an aluminum alloy containing less than 0.08 percent copper, with a 2-layer titanium e-coating. Vibration-resistant up to 6 G at resonance; EMC-tested in accordance with EN 55015 and EN 61547. The Goby is the European work light in this field; the Piranha is the extremely rugged variant, optionally available entirely in 316L stainless steel.
Waterproof, vibration-resistant, and connects directly to the vehicle's electrical system: In the Goby, the Deutsch DTP04 is housed in the enclosure as a two-pin unit for the Goby, Goby Mini, and DarkLicht Mini, while the Piranha and DarkLicht S come with a cable featuring the DT04-2P. The drivers are mounted on the circuit board; there are no separate drivers that take up space in the enclosure. Dimming can be customized for each project.
The DarkLicht series is a non-glare work light: the full cut-off design keeps the light focused on the work area and away from the eyes of the operator, passengers, and those in the surrounding area. On asphalt pavers, forklifts, and machines operating in close proximity to people, this isn’t just a matter of comfort,it’s a matter of safety.
| Vibration class | 6 G, IEC 60068-2-6 |
| Temperature | −45 °C, Goby HT up to +120 °C |
| Color temperatures | 6500K to amber 2200K |
| Service life | L90B05, up to 360,000 hours |
The Piranha is available entirely in 316L for corrosive environments, and the Goby is available in an HT version rated up to +120 °C. See Extreme corrosion and high temperatures.
Five routes to the application and sector pages, which list the mounting positions and references per machine type.
The work light for excavators and earthmoving equipment is mounted on the cab, boom, and counterweight. The Goby connects directly to the vehicle’s electrical system using the Deutsch connector; the Piranha is the ideal choice for applications involving branches, rock, and high-pressure cleaning.
A work light for forklifts must not blind either the driver or warehouse staff. The DarkLicht Mini keeps the light focused on the floor; the Goby Mini, weighing 1.1 kg, fits on any cab.
Work lights for cranes are mounted on the boom and the crane bridge, close to the load and the hook. The Piranha comes with the Crane Light Director, which keeps the beam focused on the load.
On tractors and off-road equipment, vibration resistance and the 12-volt electrical system are key factors. The Piranha completed the Dakar Rally in a rally truck; the Goby is the standard choice for agricultural equipment.
On haul trucks and mining equipment, work lights operate continuously in dust, heat, and vibration. Cast housings and corrosion class C5 are the baseline there, not the exception.
Three situations in which we will send you to a different solution, even if you asked for a work light.
If a site, quay, or work zone needs to be illuminated from a distance, a floodlight is the right choice: higher output, narrower beams, and mounting higher and further from the work.
If the goal is to completely shield a site or facility from light,whether for residential areas, traffic, or as a permit condition,the fixed DarkLicht flat-beam series is the starting point.
These work lights are not certified for explosive atmospheres. If ATEX is a strict requirement, please discuss this with us in advance; together we will determine an appropriate solution and will not sell you a luminaire that does not belong there.
And for temporary, moveable use on a construction site, a construction light or a mobile light tower is more appropriate than a machine-mounted work light: that choice is about days, not about machine lifespans.
A work light sits close to the work and illuminates a point or work surface, usually within a few meters of the machine. A floodlight stands further away and illuminates an area or bridges distance. Above a mounting height of about four meters, a floodlight is almost always the right choice, below that a work light. See the LED floodlights.
Yes. Work lighting, work lamp, and machine-mounted lighting are names for the same thing: lighting that is on the machine or vehicle itself and moves along with the work. Internationally, this is called a work light.
No. A work light is made for temporary use on a construction site: lightweight, limited impact resistance, and rarely tested for continuous operation, vibrations, or high-pressure washing. A machine that runs for years requires a cast housing, a rated vibration class, and a waterproof connector, not a plug with a cord.
For the cab and boom, the Goby serves as the baseline: compact, 8,200 lumens, and connects directly to the vehicle’s electrical system via the Deutsch connector. Where branches, falling rocks, or high-pressure cleaning are a factor, the Piranha is the more robust choice. We provide recommendations based on the specific mounting position. See mobile machinery and equipment.
The DarkLicht Mini: not dazzling due to its full cut-off design, weighing 1.0 kg, and with a voltage range of 10 to 50 VDC, it is suitable for virtually any forklift electrical system. Where glare is not an issue, the Goby Mini is the compact alternative.
The Piranha, with the Crane Light Director as an accessory: this keeps the beam focused on the load as the boom moves. For crane bridges and fixed positions, the Goby and DarkLicht S are the alternatives. See crane lighting.
The drivers are integrated onto the circuit board in all models, so the luminaire must be able to handle the voltage range of the vehicle electrical system itself. Goby, Goby Mini, Piranha, and DarkLicht S operate at 9 to 32 or 35 VDC, covering both 12- and 24-volt systems; the DarkLicht Mini goes up to 50 VDC and is also compatible with 36- and 48-volt systems. The Goby and Piranha are also available in AC versions with a remote driver.
The Deutsch connector is the industry standard in vehicle and machinery manufacturing: waterproof, vibration-resistant, and installable without a junction box or cable gland. For the Goby, Goby Mini, and DarkLicht Mini models, the DTP04 two-pole connector is integrated directly into the housing; the Piranha and DarkLicht S models come with a pre-assembled cable featuring a DT04-2P connector. This saves installation time on every machine and eliminates a potential source of failure.
Whenever people are working within the light field or the machine is operating between traffic and residential areas: asphalt pavers, forklifts in warehouses, machines on public roads. The DarkLicht series, with its full cut-off design, keeps the work area well-lit. For complete site coverage, there is the fixed DarkLicht floodlight series. See the DarkLicht full cut-off floodlights.
The Goby, Goby Mini, and Piranha have been tested at 6 G at resonance in accordance with IEC 60068-2-6, with shock testing in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27. The housings are cast from a single mold, with no assembled parts that are subject to vibration. The Piranha proved its worth on a rally truck in the Dakar Rally.
With the DC versions, dimming requires customization because the drivers on the circuit board supply a constant current; switching by group is always possible via the power grid. The AC versions of the Goby and Piranha support dimming via 0–10 V, PWM, and DALI-2.
L90B05 means that at least 95 percent of the luminaires are still delivering 90 percent of their original luminous flux at that point in time,a more stringent standard than the commonly used L70 and L80 specifications. The Goby and Piranha models exceed 360,000 hours; the DarkLicht line exceeds 103,500 hours, which is still well over twenty years of continuous operation.
Yes, the Piranha: all 316L, untreated, with chemically tempered glass or borosilicate glass, 5.0 kg. Corrosion classes C5 and CX according to ISO 9223, with a 20-year warranty on the housing. For ships, docks, and chemical environments. See the Piranha.
Yes, you can test standard luminaires on your own machine with no obligation. If you’re unsure about the lens angle or mounting position, this is the quickest way to be certain. This does not apply to custom designs.
A standard five-year warranty applies to all work lights under heavy industrial use. The 316L housing of the Piranha is covered by a twenty-year warranty. Extended warranties are available for fleets and mass production.
Use the request form on this page or call 033 785 9809. An engineer will respond within 1 business day with recommendations regarding the light luminaire, lens angle, and installation, and will send a sample light luminaire if appropriate.
Provide the machine type, the on-board voltage, and where the light needs to be. An engineer will recommend the luminaire, the lens angle, and the mounting position, and will include a trial luminaire where useful. That costs you nothing.
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| Service | free, per machine and position |
| Test luminaire | no-obligation on your own machine |
| Warranty | 5 years, 20 years on 316L case |
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