When choosing a new (rechargeable) LED work light it's possible that you consider a model with a magnet. That's understandable because it gives you more flexibility when placing and aiming the light on your vehicle. But what are actually the pros and cons of LED work lights with a magnet? TRALERT® is ready to assist you in finding the best lighting solution.

Advantages of LED work lights with a magnet

A rechargeable LED work light with a magnet offers significant advantages compared to work lights without a magnet. The first notable benefit is the freedom of placement. Traditional LED work lights are mounted on the vehicle with a tripod and screws, resulting in a fixed position and limited mobility. With an LED work light with a magnetic base, on the other hand, you have more freedom of movement. Another advantage of a rechargeable LED work light with a magnet is the independence from a power source.

When buying an LED work light, it is often important to consider the correct voltage. An LED work light suitable for 12V cannot be connected to a 24V power system, for example, in a truck. This is because the internal components and resistors are not suitable for this higher voltage. With an LED work light with a magnet and battery, this is not a concern. You don't have to worry about your vehicle's voltage because these lights are not dependent on the vehicle's voltage.

Disadvantages of LED work lights with a magnet

Of course, there are also disadvantages to an LED work light with a magnet. In most cases, mobile LED work lights are less powerful than traditional LED work lights. This is due to the lower lumen output of the lighting.

With a battery, it is necessary to make concessions in terms of brightness/number of hours of light. Therefore, in most cases, LED work lights with a magnet and a battery have less brightness than those directly mounted on the voltage of trucks/cars.

LED work lights without a battery but with a magnetic base often have a coiled cord that receives power through the 12V connection (cigarette lighter socket). This cord needs to be led from the cabin through the window to the right spot on the vehicle. This can be inconvenient, especially during winter days.

Loose magnetic base with traditional LED work lights?

As an interim solution for our existing customers, we often offer a separate magnetic base with our LED work lights. With this option, it is possible to use a magnetic base with an LED work light that originally doesn't have one. Since many of our lights are equipped with a waterproof Deutsch Connector, it is possible to provide these LED work lights with coiled cords suitable for 12V. Of course, we can also assist you in assembling the right cable (connection). For this, we ask you to contact our specialists.

Magnetic base for LED worklight TRSW12010MG: Magnet for LED worklights. Practically applicable to all TRALERT® work lamps. Easy to mount by swapping existing screw mount with the magnet(s). Bekijk product

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