DarkLicht Mini work light

Compact non-glare LED work light for machines, vehicles, and sensitive work areas

The DarkLicht Mini is developed for applications where compact work lighting is needed, but a traditional work lamp causes too much stray light, nuisance, or glare. With 30W of power, DarkLicht lumens, and a fully light-shielding reflector optic, this fixture is intended for machines, vehicles, and workspaces where focused vision on the work area is more important than brute spread in all directions.

Binnen het assortiment is de DarkLicht Mini de compacte niet-verblindende keuze. Waar Goby en Goby Mini klassieke lenswerklampen zijn en de Piranha nadrukkelijker is ontwikkeld voor mechanisch zwaardere omstandigheden, is de DarkLicht Mini juist bedoeld voor situaties waarin lichthinder actief beperkt moet worden voor bestuurder, operator, omstanders of langsrijdend verkeer.

When do you choose the DarkLicht Mini?

The DarkLicht Mini is intended for applications where not only light is needed, but especially usable light without glare. The luminaire is suitable for situations where operators, drivers, mechanics, or bystanders can be directly affected by traditional work lights with a lot of stray light.

The DarkLicht Mini is a logical choice when:

When is the DarkLicht Mini not the right choice?

The DarkLicht Mini is not intended as a solution for every lighting challenge. The strength of this fixture lies in controlled light steering, not in maximum brute diffusion or maximum mechanical weight.

The DarkLicht Mini is usually not the right choice for:

This unique reflector optics ensures the light goes where it belongs

DarkLight S-series - Light Angle Adjustment

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

The position of the DarkLicht Mini within 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

DarkLicht Mini

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
8,400 lumens

For compact and very robust work lighting near the application.

  • Power: 70W
  • IP class: IP69K
  • IK Class: IK10
  • Weight: 3.1 kg
10,300 lumens

For uniform workplace lighting without obstruction or glare.

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

Typical applications of the DarkLicht Mini

The DarkLicht Mini is particularly strong in applications where compact work lighting is needed and a traditional work lamp would cause too much obstruction for the user or the environment. It is typically used on forklifts, reach trucks, asphalt pavers, service vehicles, agricultural vehicles, small off-road vehicles, loaders, excavators, and lifting applications.

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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.
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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.
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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.

Asphalt paver with nuisance-free DarkLight Led work lights

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: 4,800 lumens
Efficiency: 160 lumens/W
Rated power: 30 W
Available voltage range: 10-50 VDC

Power consumption
Approx. 0.8 A at 36 V
Approx. 1.3 A at 24 V
Approx. 2.5 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: no cable
Connection: DT04-2P (Deutsch plug)

Dimensions & weight
Fixture weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 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)

Bundle Angles & Application
DarkLicht Mini has a fixed angle setting.
There are various reflectors available, each with a different light distribution.
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 Mini Summary

The DarkLicht Mini is the compact non-glaring work light within our work light product group. It is intended for users who are looking for a small luminaire but do not want to accept the typical disadvantage of small, bright work lights: annoying stray light and glare. Therefore, the distinctive value lies not only in size or lumens, but especially in the way the light is controlled.

The right optics ensure light in the right place

The DarkLicht Mini distinguishes itself precisely in its light control. Where classic work lights typically use lens optics, this fixture employs a reflector solution with hard light shielding. As a result, light does not escape upwards or sideways but remains focused on the work surface. This is exactly why this product line performs so differently in applications sensitive to glare.

Built for heavy use

Ondanks het compacte formaat is de DarkLicht Mini niet opgezet als lichte consumentenlamp, maar als professionele werklamp voor intensief gebruik. De huidige productspecificaties zijn IP69K, IK08 en 5 jaar garantie bij zwaar gebruik, wat goed aansluit bij toepassingen op machines, voertuigen en technische werkplekken waar betrouwbaarheid en robuustheid dagelijks worden getest.

Lighting application and design

The DarkLicht Mini is especially interesting where light quality in the workplace is demonstrably important. The existing product page explicitly states that JEL Products can provide support with advice and reports concerning EN 12464-2 for safe outdoor workplaces. This makes the luminaire not only a product choice, but also a lighting technology choice for companies that want to limit nuisance without sacrificing functional visibility.

For the most extreme environments

De DarkLicht Mini is robuust gebouwd, maar niet bedoeld om alle andere productlijnen te vervangen. Wanneer mechanische belasting, impact en ruwe inzet de hoogste prioriteit hebben, ligt een zwaardere lijn zoals de Piranha eerder voor de hand. De DarkLicht Mini is juist op zijn sterkst wanneer lichtsturing en hinderbeperking zwaarder wegen dan maximale brute productzwaarte.

Frequently Asked Questions about the DarkLicht Mini

Product positioning & principle

The DarkLicht Mini is a compact, non-glaring LED work light for machines, vehicles, and light-sensitive work areas. The fixture is based on the existing 30W version with 4,800 lumens and a full-cutoff reflector optic.

Yes, the DarkLicht Mini replaces the old DLM-30 / DarkLicht M 30W version that was previously on our site. The main difference is therefore in the new name and sharper positioning of the product.

The difference is mainly in the light control. The DarkLicht Mini uses a reflector instead of a traditional lens and sharply shades the light, so that it remains focused on the work surface and causes less disturbance for the driver, operator, or surroundings.

The DarkLicht Mini is a work lamp. The luminaire is intended for local task lighting close to the application and not for broad illumination of larger areas or functional zones.

You choose the DarkLicht Mini when glare, discomfort glare, and unfocused stray light beams are a problem in practice, but you need compact and powerful work light.

This product is less logical when maximum spread, classic work lamp optics, or maximum mechanical robustness are more important than light shielding and glare limitation.

Light control & reflector optics

Full cutoff means that the light is directed by the reflector in such a way that no light escapes upwards or sideways, but only lands on the desired work area.

In a traditional lens work lamp, the light is primarily focused or spread via the lens. With the DarkLicht Mini, light control is achieved through a reflector that hard-ens the light and directs it more precisely to the work surface.

Yes, that's exactly the core of the product. This product page describes how the lamp is designed to emit bright light without glaring at the driver or surroundings.

Because the DarkLicht Mini keeps the light focused on the work surface and wastes less on stray light, the available light output is utilized more functionally than with a small work lamp that shines in all directions.

Yes. This type of shielded light control is particularly interesting in locations where colleagues, bystanders, traffic, or the surrounding environment could be affected by traditional work lighting.

Comparison within the product range

The Goby Mini is a classic compact spotlight. The DarkLicht Mini, on the other hand, is designed for compact work lighting without glare, with reflector optics and hard light shielding.

The Goby is a more classic professional work light with traditional work light positioning and lens logic. The DarkLicht Mini is intended for situations where obstruction mitigation and controlled light steering are more important.

The Piranha is positioned heavier as a heavy-duty work lamp for mechanically rougher applications. The DarkLicht Mini is precisely the more compact non-dazzling choice.

When a larger work area or more output is needed within the same non-glare lighting principle, a larger DarkLichtversion is more logical than the compact Mini. This Mini is specifically intended for more compact applications.

Certification & Standards

The DarkLicht Mini is certified according to CE, ENEC, and IEC 60598. CE confirms compliance with 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 luminaires, covering requirements for construction, electrical safety, and thermal performance. For specific project requirements or additional standard demands, JEL Products can assess the certification status per application.

Maintenance, Lifespan & Warranty

The DarkLicht Mini is robust and reliable for heavy use. In practice, periodic checks of fastenings, cabling, and contamination remain advisable, as with other professional work lights.

Yes, this product is well-suited for retrofitting when existing small work lights cause too much glare or provide insufficient usable light on the work surface.

Although very robust, the DarkLicht Mini is not suitable for use in explosive environments.

Yes. The DarkLicht Mini is suitable for OEM applications where a non-glare work lamp is needed with multiple executions and a wide application range.

Yes. We gladly assist in selecting the right DarkLicht Mini based on application, mounting position, desired light distribution, and required light output.

Electrical Execution & Specifications

The current 30W version is shown on your site with 4,800 lumens, 160 lumens per watt, full-cutoff reflector optics, color temperatures from 5000K to 2200K, 12-36V power supply, IP69K, IK10, and a 5-year heavy-duty warranty.
Yes, 10-50VDC is the mounting/power range.
In 5000K, 4000K, 3000K, and 2200K, custom colors are also available upon request.

Yes, the DarkLicht Mini is IP69K waterproof.

Yes, the DarkLicht Mini is IK08 impact resistant. Unlike our entire range of IK10 work lights, it requires tempered glass for its reflector optics due to the high light intensity, which is why it is IK08.

5-year warranty for heavy use.

Discuss your DarkLicht Mini application with us

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

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