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DarkLicht Work lamp

Non-glare LED work light for machinery, vehicles, and professional work areas

The DarkLicht S is developed for applications where powerful work light is needed, but where a traditional work lamp causes too much stray light, nuisance, or glare. With 60W of power and 10,260 lumens, the DarkLicht S is intended for machines, vehicles, and workplaces where focused visibility of the work area is more important than brute spread in all directions.

Within the range, the DarkLichtS is the larger non-glare work lamp within the DarkLicht line. Where Goby en Goby Mini classic lens work lamps are and the Piranha while the DarkLicht is developed for mechanically heavier applications, the DarkLicht S is specifically intended for situations where light disturbance must be actively limited for the driver, operator, bystanders, or passing traffic. For more compact, low-disturbance applications, the DarkLicht Mini logical.

When do you choose the DarkLicht S?

The DarkLicht S is intended for applications where not only a lot of light is needed, but especially usable light without glare. The fixture is suitable for situations where traditional work lights cause too much nuisance to drivers, operators, bystanders, or the environment, while the work zone needs to be powerfully and functionally illuminated.

The DarkLicht S is a logical choice when:

When is the DarkLicht S not the right choice?

The DarkLicht S is not intended as a solution for every lighting challenge. The strength of this fixture lies precisely in controlled light steering and glare limitation, not in maximum brute spread or the heaviest possible product construction.

The DarkLicht S is usually not the right choice for:

This unique reflector optics ensures the light goes where it belongs

DarkLicht S Reflector depicted
Full cut-off 75-degree forward angle

The DarkLicht S' place in the product family

2,300 lumens

For the most compact work light in very diverse applications.

  • Power: 18W
  • IP class: IP69K
  • IK Class: IK10
  • Weight: 1.1 kg
4,800 lumens

For uniform workplace lighting without obstruction or glare.

  • Power: 30W
  • IP class: IP69K
  • IK class: IK08
  • Weight: 1.0 kg
8,200 lumens

For compact work lights in more universal applications.

  • Power: 65W
  • IP class: IP69K
  • IK Class: IK10
  • Weight: 1.8 kg

DarkLicht S

10,300 lumens

For uniform workplace lighting without obstruction or glare.

  • Power: 60W
  • IP class: IP69K
  • IK class: IK08
  • Weight: 3.3 kg

DarkLicht M

25,600 lumens

For uniform workplace lighting without obstruction or glare.

  • Power: 150W
  • IP class: IP69K
  • IK class: IK08
  • Weight: 3.6 kg

Typical applications of the DarkLicht S

The DarkLicht S is particularly strong in applications where more light is needed than a compact, non-glaring work light can provide, but where a traditional work light would still cause too much obstruction. The fixture is therefore most effective on larger machines, vehicles, and work areas where focused, controlled work light is important.

Work lamp for service and maintenance vehicles

For applications where focused visibility on the task itself is required and where a compact, efficient, and unobtrusive work lamp is more functional than a traditional small floodlight.

Work lamp for service and maintenance vehicles

For mechanics and technicians who work in dark conditions and require focused light without blinding colleagues, traffic, or the environment.

Work light for compact excavators and equipment

For direct work zones on smaller installations where the light beam must remain functional and not unnecessarily spread around the work area.

Work light for asphalt pavers

For loading and unloading operations that require good visibility, but where drivers and bystanders must not be hindered by bright scattered light beams.

Technical core specifications

The lamp is available in DC and AC versions. For the AC version, an external driver (box) is required. 

Lighting technology & electrical
Luminous flux: 12,825 lumens
Efficiency: 171 lm/W
Power consumption: 75 W
Available voltage range: 20-32 VDC

Power consumption
Approx. 3.1 A at 24 V
Also available in AC version, ask about the possibilities.

Construction & Performance
IP rating: IP69K
Impact resistance: IK08
CRI (Ra) standard: >70
CRI (Ra) optional: >80 or >90
Operating temperature range: -45°C to +50°C (-49°F to +122°F)
Expected LED lifespan: L95B10 (TM-21), 360,000 hours

Housing material: aluminum alloy, <0.08% copper
Bracket material: aluminum alloy, <0.08% copper
Coating: conversion layer + 2-layer titanium-based e-coating
Base material: impact-resistant glass (IK08)
Color: Titanium Black
Cable type: H07BQ-F, 30 cm
Connection: DT04-2P (Deutsch plug)

Dimensions & weight
Fixture weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 lb)
Product dimensions: 260 x 200 x 130 mm (10.0 x 7.9 x 5.1 in)
Packaging dimensions: upon request

Light Color & Optics
Cool white: 5000K
Neutral white: 4000K
Warm wit: 3000K
Amber: 2200K
Also available in two-tone (cool white / amber)

Beamangles & Application
DarkLicht S can be freely moved at an angle of up to 60º
75° cutoff – for long-distance lighting
72° cutoff – for long-range lighting
69° cutoff – for medium-range lighting
66° cutoff - for wide, short-range illumination
63° cutoff – for wide illumination at the shortest distance

Warranty
5-year limited product warranty

Product Certification
CE, ENEC, IEC 60598
North American configurations are available upon request.

Lighting technology & electrical
Luminous flux: 10,260 lumens
Efficiency: 171 lm/W
Power consumption: 60 W
Available voltage range: 9-32 VDC

Power consumption
Approx. 2.5 A at 24 V
Approx. 5.0 A at 12 V
Also available in AC version, ask about the possibilities.

Construction & Performance
IP rating: IP69K
Impact resistance: IK08
CRI (Ra) standard: >70
CRI (Ra) optional: >80 or >90
Operating temperature range: -45°C to +50°C (-49°F to +122°F)
Expected LED lifespan: L95B10 (TM-21), 360,000 hours

Housing material: aluminum alloy, <0.08% copper
Bracket material: aluminum alloy, <0.08% copper
Coating: conversion layer + 2-layer titanium-based e-coating
Base material: impact-resistant glass (IK08)
Color: Titanium Black
Cable type: H07BQ-F, 30 cm
Connection: DT04-2P (Deutsch plug)

Dimensions & weight
Fixture weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 lb)
Product Dimensions: 170 x 120 x 70 mm (6.7 x 4.7 x 2.8 in)
Packaging dimensions: upon request

Light Color & Optics
Cool white: 5000K
Neutral white: 4000K
Warm wit: 3000K
Amber: 2200K
Also available in two-tone (cool white / amber)

Beamangles & Application
DarkLicht S can be freely moved at an angle of up to 60º
75° cutoff – for long-distance lighting
72° cutoff – for long-range lighting
69° cutoff – for medium-range lighting
66° cutoff - for wide, short-range illumination
63° cutoff – for wide illumination at the shortest distance

Warranty
5-year limited product warranty

Product Certification
CE, ENEC, IEC 60598
North American configurations are available upon request.

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DarkLicht In summary

The DarkLicht S is the largest non-glare work lamp in this product group. It is intended for users who need more output and more working range than the DarkLicht Mini can provide, but still want to maintain the same controlled light control and glare limitation.

The DarkLichtS is positioned as the larger non-glare work light within the DarkLicht line and is intended for applications where more output is needed within the same controlled light principle. With 60W of power and 10,260 lumens, this fixture represents a clear step above the DarkLicht Mini, without losing the focus on light shielding and obstruction limitation.

The right optics ensure light in the right place

The DarkLicht S distinguishes itself not only by its output but primarily by the way light is directed. Where classic work lamps spread light in broad beams, the DarkLicht S was developed to keep the light focused on the work surface and to limit glare towards the driver, surroundings, or bystanders. As a result, the fixture is often more functional in practice than a traditional work lamp with comparable or higher lumen output.

Built for daily professional use

The DarkLicht S has been developed as a professional work light for intensive daily use on machinery, vehicles, and technical workplaces where reliable work light is needed. This is not just about light output, but about the combination of solid construction, controlled light distribution, and practical usability in work environments where the reduction of nuisance plays a real role.

Lighting application and design

The DarkLicht S is particularly interesting where light quality in the workplace is demonstrably important. Not only the amount of light, but especially the direction, shielding, and positioning determine whether the fixture is safe and pleasant to work with in practice. As a result, the DarkLicht S is not just a product choice, but also a lighting engineering choice for companies that want to limit nuisance without sacrificing functional vision.

For the most extreme environments

The DarkLicht S is robustly built, but not intended to replace all other product lines. When mechanical load, impact, and rough use are the highest priority, a heavier line like the Piranha is more suitable. The DarkLicht S, on the other hand, is at its strongest when light control and obstacle limitation weigh more heavily than maximum brute product weight.

Frequently Asked Questions about the DarkLicht Mini

Product positioning & principle

The DarkLicht S is a non-glare LED work lamp for machines, vehicles, and professional work areas where focused work light is needed without the drawbacks of a traditional bright work lamp.

The difference is mainly in the light control. The DarkLicht S is intended to keep the light directed at the work surface and limit glare towards the driver, operator, or surroundings, instead of letting the light radiate widely in all directions.
The DarkLicht S is a work light. The fixture is intended for functional task lighting close to the application and not as a floodlight for area lighting or large open zones.
Because more light is not automatically better if it hinders the driver, operator, or surroundings. In many applications, directed and shielded work lights provide a more practical and safer result in practice.

The DarkLicht S is intended for professional users who need powerful work light but also want to actively limit glare and dazzling.

Lighting Control & Application

Yes. That is precisely the core of the product. The DarkLicht S was developed for applications where light pollution and glare are a practical problem.

Glare control becomes important when work takes place near colleagues, traffic, buildings, operators, or other situations where undirected light can be disruptive or unsafe.
Yes. The DarkLicht S combines higher output with directed light control, keeping the light output functional on the work surface instead of being unnecessarily lost as stray light.
Precisely because the light is precisely controlled, the mounting position greatly determines how effectively the fixture performs on the work surface. Therefore, correct placement is more important than with a generic wide beam.
Yes. This type of fixture particularly shows its added value in situations where disturbance sensitivity is a concern.

Comparison within the product range

The DarkLicht S offers more output and is intended for applications where more range or a larger working area is needed, while the DarkLicht Mini is aimed at more compact applications.
When a classic work lamp causes too much glare and there is a need for more focused and shielded light.
The Piranha is positioned more heavily as a heavy-duty work lamp for more mechanically rough applications. The DarkLicht S is the right choice when light nuisance and glare are more important.

When more output, greater reach, and a larger functional work area are needed within the same non-glare lighting principle.

Applications

Yes. The DarkLicht S is suitable for internal transport and loading/unloading work where good visibility is required without dazzling the driver or the surroundings.
Yes. The fixture is logical for vehicles and mobile workplaces where powerful work light is needed without disturbing colleagues or traffic.
Yes. The DarkLicht S is precisely interesting when a compact non-glaring fixture offers insufficient output and a larger working area needs to be functionally illuminated.
Yes, provided the chosen version is suitable for the application and environment.
No, in most cases not as primary area lighting. The DarkLicht S is intended as a work light and not as a broadly illuminating area fixture.

Certification & Standards

The DarkLicht S is certified according to CE, ENEC, and IEC 60598. CE confirms conformity with the applicable European directives. ENEC (European Norms Electrical Certification) is a voluntary European product safety certification tested by an independent third party, going beyond the mandatory CE marking. IEC 60598 is the international standard for lighting fixtures, covering requirements for construction, electrical safety, and thermal behavior. For specific project requirements or additional standard requirements, JEL Products can assess the certification status per application.

Maintenance, Lifespan & Warranty

Yes. The DarkLicht S is interesting for retrofitting when existing work lights cause too much glare or do not function well in glare-sensitive situations.
No. The fixture is intended for professional use and is low-maintenance by design, provided it is used and installed correctly.
Yes. Precisely because the light is more focused and less intrusive, the fixture can contribute to a more pleasant and functional illuminated workspace.
No. Do not use this product in explosive atmospheres without a suitably certified alternative.

Yes. We're happy to help determine the right configuration based on application, mounting position, work zone, and desired light control.

Electrical Execution & Specifications

The DarkLichtS is positioned here at 60W and 10,260 lumens as a larger non-glaring work lamp within the DarkLicht line.
Yes. The DarkLicht S is specifically intended for integration into machines, vehicles, and other professional workplaces where focused light is needed.
Yes. The correct execution is determined based on the work zone, mounting position, viewing direction, and application.

Yes. This fixture is particularly well-suited for applications where light quality and positioning must be deliberately considered in the design.

Discuss your DarkLicht S application with us

Are you looking for a powerful work lamp that provides a lot of light but doesn't have the drawbacks of a traditional bright work lamp? Then we would be happy to help you select the right DarkLicht S version based on mounting position, work zone, environment, and desired light control. This way, you choose not only a powerful fixture, but above all a work lamp that is safer and more pleasant to work with in practice.

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