Even though the sun has not yet taken its job seriously, even though the fog hasn’t decided to downplay over the paddy fields, you still have to do what you have to do. The harvest must be done even if it’s dark and you can hardly see. Does this speak to you? Can you relate to this?

Of course, you could relate if you’re a farmer. If you’re struggling, this is your sign to invest in the best lighting. You must get on good, pure, quality work lamps. But your purchase should go through a few criteria. And here we go:

1. Focus on what you see: Select the best lighting technology suitable for work lamps ideal for farming. 

Farmers are always way ahead with their machinery and vehicles. Their main concern when it comes to these is the perfect lighting conditions.

So when looking for work lamps, they aim for perfect illumination. It is necessary to have the ideal lighting for their working area as it increases their productivity.

Various lighting technologies can offer the ideal illumination for your working area.

For instance, you can consider having halogen bulbs, which use tried-and-tested technology and has the simplicity of changing bulbs as needed, so it becomes a good choice.

LED lighting for the agricultural industry

Currently, people who deal with agricultural machinery invest in LED lighting technology. There are several reasons why they prefer investing in this:

• Extremely high durability
• Low energy consumption
• Powerful performance

Above all, installing these lights in the products you purchase from reputable manufacturers is amazing. They perform really well in challenging conditions because:

• These lights are waterproof and dustproof.
• They have amazing vibration behavior.
• They handle extreme temperatures really well.

They perform well even in external factors like gravel throws.

So don’t forget to check out the LED headlamps when it has active thermal management. It automatically dims the light before it overheats.

LED technology: illumination and color temperature are crucial  

When compared to the color temperature of halogen bulbs, it’s apparent that the LED work lamp’s color temperature is higher.

Therefore, its illumination is so close to nature’s daylight. This kind of light doesn’t tire your eyes. It also helps by improving color vision. When you have better lighting, you can concentrate more and increase productivity.

Usually, the human eye is attracted to the brightest area, so the work lamps must illuminate the areas in which farmers work. This is why our technicians work hard to produce such lamps.

We create a low light concentration near the close range, which otherwise would be high illuminating the distance. The light distribution is quite similar.

And also, you can easily pair LED lighting with halogen. You just have to use LED work lamps instead of defective halogen lamps. However, it’s recommended to do it in pairs.

2. Aim for a clean slate: Look for the Agricultural work lamps’ IP protection class 

Remember your work lamps must work well in any weather. So you should understand that if you have selected the right lamps, they’ll be able to handle hardships. Manufacturers would have run it through several hardships to ensure it.

Finding the ideal IP class is important. IP protection class helps you determine how these products handle environmental conditions, including water and dust. For example, it helps you find whether the work lamp is protected in a way to handle harsh environmental conditions.

In simple terms, it means:

• Work lamps must be protected against challenging weather conditions.
• And handle aggressive media.
• And also easy to clean.

So here’s a tip: when selecting lights for your agricultural machinery, you must stick to IP6K9K. Selecting this will make cleaning easy for you because you can do it with a high-pressure cleaner. If your new work lamps have better EMC compatibility, the other devices will not be subjugated when the work lamps are in use.

3. Make room for mounting: Find whether there’s enough space on the agricultural machinery to mount the lamps. 

You must check your vehicle’s structural design when selecting your work lamps. Even if it’s a small lamp, it’ll still produce heat. Double-check whether the space is enough for the bulb to breathe to avoid malfunctioning.

We provide line drawings for our products along with mm details. So you have the time and details to make wise purchasing decisions.

4. Look before you leap: You must check whether the work lamps have the approval to transport farming-related products. 

If your work requires transporting potentially hazardous or aggressive material, you need approval for the work lamps. You must make sure it complies with the special legal regulations.

This is why it’s vital to give attention to the symbols. The diamond that comes with a flame inside says that the products have the approval for conveyance. The GGVS/ADR B Rn 10251 and Rn 11251 provisions are what it must comply with.

5. Ideal mounting positions to fix your work lamps. 

You can mount your work lamps in different ways. But you should consider the vehicle type, your requirement, and the working area to ensure that you’d actually benefit from installing the work lamps. You can consider the area behind or front of your vehicle, the ladder area or the step, the sides, the vehicle interior, or the ground that goes ahead of your vehicle.

Think about the level of flexibility you need for your work lamps. If you have requirements, be considerate of the extras. 

Don’t forget your work lamp’s flexibility if you have to change your working areas on and off. The illumination will be redirected regularly, so find lamps that you can change positions easily. Make sure that the lamps come with a bracket for solid four-point mounting or a swivel base. If you have to switch on and off the work lamp from the outside, it’s better to go for a work lamp with a built-in switch.

7. What should your focus be? Work lamp combinations to reach perfect illumination. 

So if you’re wondering about the best illumination, it’s hard to answer in one word. It’s not only about the light output. You should think about the mounting position and the levels. The tilt angle can’t be ignored too.

All these points are vital for making an informed decision. You’ll find work lamps in both long and close-range illumination. It’s better to combine both to get a homogeneous or optimal illumination.

Above all, you should be attentive to the twists in the devices and tilt angle when mounting work lamps. Try your best to get the streak-free, optimal illumination for the working area.

We believe that our guide made your purchasing decision a bit easier. But we’re always ready to help you to select the best work lamps, so if you need help, get in touch with us.