Forklift Head Lamp - Visibility, laws & Buying Tips

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Summary

The Forklift Head Lamp is designed to emit light aHead of the vehicle to ensure safety when working during nighttime or in poorly lit areas. It either be fixed at the head of the forklift or suspended from a metal rod. Forklifts have a powerful engine, and so they emit fumes, which requires sufficient air ventilation to ensure that it does not get suffocated while working in poorly lit areas—further discussed below.

Forklift Head Lamp

Head Lamps can be outfitted on forklifts to increase the visibility range of the forklift at night. They are important for safety, and they also help improve productivity. The following article will discuss how an owner decides whether they need Head Lamps, what laws affect their decision, and some tips for installing or choosing Head Lamp upgrades.

Head Lamps Provide Visibility

A Head Lamp is a light that promotes good visibility by illuminating dark areas in the head of a forklift. They can be hardwired to an electrical system, so they turn on automatically whenever the forklift's engine starts. Or they can come with batteries so that the lights switch on for nighttime use only when you push a button.

Head Lamp beams are usually focused on directing the light forward to where it's needed. They can typically be adjusted up and down to aim at different angles. They are typically LED lights because they're brighter and draw less electrical energy than incandescent bulbs.

Head Lamp Laws

The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Head Lamps on forklifts when operating in low-light conditions outside their normal operating zone. The DOT also requires Head Lamps on forklifts traveling between listed zones during nighttime hours.

In addition, Head Lamps in most states, when a forklift turns from a street onto another street or highway listed as being open only for local traffic. Head Lamps cannot be used on any forklift traveling faster than 10 miles per hour. Head Lamps are required by law in many states when a forklift travels between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Buying Tips for Forklift Head Lamp

• They can be purchased online or through local dealerships for around $30 to $50 each. These Lamps with LED technology cost more upHead, but they last longer and illuminate better than incandescent bulbs.

• They come in different color temperatures; the amount of light emitted is measured in Kelvin (K). A cooler temperature (4000 K) produces whiter light while a warmer temperature (3000 K) emits yellowish light. Most people prefer 3000 K because it's bright, but not too bright.

• They are typically installed on the forks, fork extensions, or Head bumper of a lift truck. They can also be mounted in any suitable position that improves visibility in low-light conditions. They should be outfitted with the appropriate beam spread to avoid blinding other drivers and pedestrians when in use at night.
  

Why Choose Lift Parts Warehouse to Buy Forklift Head Lamps?

There are many reasons why you should consider Lift Parts Warehouse when buying Forklift Head Lamps. We have a wide selection of lamps to choose from, and we offer some of the best prices on the market.

In addition, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. We will work with you to find the perfect lamp for your needs, and we will ensure that you receive it quickly and in perfect condition.

Bottom Line

Head Lamps help increase productivity by improving visibility in poorly lit areas. They are required when operating between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM; moving between listed zones during nighttime hours; outside normal operation zone; when traveling along roadways where local traffic only is permitted; when turning from one street onto another street or on highway open only for local traffic; and when traveling faster than 10mph.

Head Lamps can be installed on forklifts in different positions and come with LED or incandescent technology. Head Lamp laws vary by state, so consult your local state before installing Head Lamps on a forklift.

Takeaways

• A Head Lamp is a light that promotes good visibility by illuminating dark areas in front of a forklift.

• These Lamps can typically be adjusted up and down to aim at different angles.

• It cannot be used on any forklift traveling faster than 10 miles per hour.