Code 3 Inc. has introduced the Forge LED and VigiLED II Lights for police vehicles. Both can be mounted in various locations inside or on the surface of a car.
Forge LED Light
Code 3 Debuts Forge LED Light, VigiLED II for Vehicles
Code 3 Inc. has introduced the Forge LED and VigiLED II Lights for police vehicles. Both can be mounted in various locations inside or on the surface of a car.
March 9, 2015
Code 3 Forge LED Light (Photo: Code 3)
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The Forge LED Light with high intensity LEDs in a rectangular enclosure is intended for your push bumper or other vehicle locations. The Forge offers 20 LEDs with individual reflectors, designed to provide outstanding light output in a very cost-effective package. It also offers fit-and-forget maintenance-free operation and low amp draw, according to the company.
The Forge LED Light comes with a tough, clear polycarbonate housing with encapsulated electronics. Choose from red, blue, white, and amber LEDs, and seven different flash patterns. Grommet-mount versions fit a standard oval rear lighting grommet.
Dimensions for the Forge LED Light: 5.9" W x 2.1" H x 1.2" D. The Forge operates at 12/24 volt, draws 0.4 amps, and meets SAE J595 Class I, CE, and R10 requirements when properly configured. Operating temperature range is -22°F to +122°F and the LED modules come with a three-year warranty.
VigiLED II
Code 3's VigiLED II is a high powered surface- or bracket-mounted light for any location on a vehicle—ideal for internal, grille, bumper, or rear mounting. The VigiLED II offers long life, low-maintenance operation, according to the company.
Code 3 VigiLED Light (Photo: Code 3)
The VigiLED II comes with a clear polycarbonate lens with four LEDs in red, blue, amber, or white, offering exceptional light output. Additional design features include 18 flash patterns, synchronization with multiple units, tough die-cast aluminum housing, and surface or bracket mounting options.
The VigiLED II (almost square) directional light is very compact in size and when mounted on the swivel bracket can swivel up to 90 degrees.
Dimensions for the VigiLED II: 2.87" W x 2.91" H x 1.22" D. The VigiLED II is 12/24 volt, 0.7 amps, and meets SAE J595 Class I, CE, R10, R65 (blue and amber only), and is weatherproof to IP67 requirements when properly configured. Operating temperature range is -22°F to +122°F and the LEDs come with a one-year warranty.
For more information, visit www.code3esg.com or call Code 3 Customer Service at (314) 426-2700.
Established in 1974, Code 3 Inc. designs and manufactures a complete line of emergency lighting and warning products for police, fire, emergency response, utility and industrial applications in Saint Louis, Mo. Code 3 Inc. is member of ECCO Safety Group (ESG).
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