What is contour lighting?

Contourverlichting is een vorm van verlichting die een omtrek van een object creëert. Vaak gebruikt op voertuigen zoals aanhangwagens en vrachtwagens om ze ’s nachts zichtbaar te maken voor andere bestuurders. Dit type verlichting bestaat meestal uit LED-lampen die langs de rand van het voertuig zijn gemonteerd. Contourverlichting kan worden gebruikt voor zowel veiligheid als design. In veel gevallen zie je ze in de vorm van LED marker lights such as the zijmarkeringslichten.

LED Contour Lighting

LED lighting has become indispensable around safety. Therefore, we see it frequently in contour lighting of trucks box trucks, and trailers. LED lights provide bright illumination, making your vehicle more visible in low light conditions. These lights are usually waterproof and are ideal for outdoor use. It also uses less energy than other types of lighting, making it more cost effective in the long run.

practical examples

We often see contour lighting on large trailers longer than 6 meters, because they can be difficult to see in the dark. Which can have major consequences. In addition, trucks and bucket trucks have these markings. It is also a type of lighting commonly used on motor homes and caravans. Again, usually in the form of LED lights placed at the edge of the caravan or camper for bright, clear illumination. This makes your caravan or RV more visible in the dark. In addition, contour lights are available in a variety of colors and styles, so you can always find the right bulb for your vehicle. LED lighting is cheaper for caravans in the long run because it is more energy efficient than other types of lighting.

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Example: contour lighting on a trailer.

Obligation of contour lighting

If the vehicle was put into service after 31.12.1997 and has a width exceeding 2.10 m or a length exceeding 6.00 m, two front and contour lights in the form of rear marker lamps must be visible. If the vehicle was put into service after 01/01/1998 and has a width exceeding 2.60 m, side marker lamps must also be present (source RDW). In addition, in Europe, it is also mandatory for vehicles of 7.5 tons and trailers of 3.5 tons to have contour markings with retro reflective tape.

Also read the blog about de regels voor verlichting op aanhangers If you want to be fully informed.