by Shane Henson — April 26, 2013—Cleaning, construction and maintenance crews working in hazardous areas can get the lighting they need to see clearly and stay safe with Larson Electronics Magnalight’s new dual-head, light-emitting diode (LED) light. Larson Electronics Magnalight released the explosion-proof light with adjustable scaffolding mount under the part number EPL-JH16C-2X1MLED-100.
Designed to cinch to the upper and lower rail of scaffolding or catwalk railing, this Class 1 and Class 2 Division 1 LED hazardous location light system can easily illuminate a 15,000-square-foot area. The white light output makes it easy for operators to complete cleaning or maintenance operations safely and efficiently, the company says. In addition, the aluminum brackets and IP67-rated LED light heads make this LED lighting system applicable to wet area locations, while the 100-foot SOOW cord and explosion-proof plug maintain safety.
The portable LED light is comprised of two 16-inch LED light heads mounted to an aluminum bracket with an adjustable J-shaped bottom hook that enables operators to securely mount the light to any ladder or scaffolding. Lamp adjustment is via an adjustable yolk that allows the operator to position the lamp angle through a full 90 degrees of vertical adjustment. Each LED light can be adjusted independently for maximum coverage or to illuminate two different work sites at the same time, the company notes. All hardware on this unit is non-sparking/corrosion-resistant and the power cord is resistant to damage from chemicals and abrasion.
This unit is also multi-voltage capable and can be can be operated with 120-277 VAC, 50/60Hz. Further adding to the versatility and convenience of this LED light are 25 peel-off mylar overspray lamp protectors that ship with the unit. The protectors provide lamp protection from dirt or debris and can be removed, cleaned and replaced, lessening the need for tedious lamp cleaning or replacements. The lamp is T5-temperature rated and the LED light head retains 80 percent of its lumen output after 60,000 hours of use, far longer than incandescent or fluorescent lamps, Magnalight adds.
