What Are Grille and Surface Mount Lights?
Grille and surface mount lights are efficient light fixtures, which are often used on emergency or construction vehicles. These lights emit flash patterns, can be synchronized together, and are ideal for increasing the visibility of the vehicle. We carry lights with installation hardware included to simplify installation. These fixtures come in various sizes, ranging from 2 to 7 inches, making it easy to find a match for your application.
What Are Common Vehicle Installations for Grille and Surface Mount Strobe Lights?
Grille and surface mount lights are often used on various vehicles, including:
- Emergency Vehicles
- Public Safety Vehicles
- Farm Equipment
- Utility Vehicles
- Roadside Assistance Vehicles
- Waste Removal Vehicles
Benefits of LED Grille and Surface Mount Lights
There are various benefits of using Grille and Surface Mount Lights. The LED technology ensures these lights are energy efficient, meaning they emit a more power light, last longer, and require fewer replacements. This energy efficiency also means LEDs require less power than incandescent or halogen bulbs to operate, putting less strain on your vehicle's battery. Our grille and surface mount strobe lights are backed by lifetime warranties.
What Do the Different Colors on Strobe Lights Mean?
Our emergency strobe lights come in various colors, and each color has a different purpose. However, the use of certain colors may vary between states and countries. However, the common uses of each are listed below.
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Red: Red flashing lights are commonly associated with emergencies and are used in police vehicles, fire trucks, and ambulances.
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Blue: Blue strobe lights are primarily used by police and law enforcement.
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Amber: Amber emergency lights are typically installed on tractor-trailers, construction vehicles, tow trucks, wreckers, public works, and escort vehicles. They can also be used for directing traffic.
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White: White strobe lights are usually paired with red or blue lights on police vehicles, ambulances, and fire trucks.
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Green: Green flashing lights are primarily used by volunteer responders, the Department of Homeland Security, and private security.
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Purple: Purple strobe lights are most often used by vehicles in funeral processions.
Our grille and surface mount lights are also available with color combinations, including amber/white, green/white, red/white, blue/white, and red/blue.
Are Grille and Surface Mount Lights Legal for Personal Vehicles?
Yes, it’s legal in most areas to use strobe lights on your personal vehicle for off-roading needs and for use on private property. Grille and surface mount lights could also be allowed if they’re installed on personal work vehicles or for work purposes. However, it may be against the law to use certain colors, such as red and blue strobes, that are typically reserved for emergency vehicles. Regulations regarding the use of strobe lights on non-emergency vehicles will vary by county and state. Check with your local laws to see what color strobes are legal and if you can use them on public roads.
Can You Mount a Strobe Light to a Plastic Grille?
Yes, you can generally install LED strobe lights onto a plastic grille as long as the grille is sturdy and secure. For a heavy strobe, you may need bumper reinforcements.
Will an LED Grille Mounted Strobe Light Help With Fog?
LED strobe lights can help cut through fog in adverse weather conditions due to their intense light output. We recommend using lights with a longer wavelength, such as an amber color, that will cut through the fog better than shorter wavelengths (blue), ensuring others on the road can see your vehicle.
