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SAE Class1, 2 and 3. Which is to be Used and Where
The Society for Automotive Engineers (SAE) has established a standardized classification system for the main industry standard within North America and Australia including ground vehicles.
SAE offers 3 class levels: Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3. What the different classifications mean, and what class of product is best for a particular application?
The SAE classification system for warning lights is a classification of light intensity designed to help determine the best application for the lighting unit.
Class 1 Warning Lights
Class 1 warning lights are the brightest, and have a minimum of 4 times the light intensity of a Class 2 warning light.
Typical Usage
Primarily reserved for emergency vehicles such as fire, police, ambulance, and rescue vehicles
Class 2 Warning Lights
Class 2 warning lights have a minimum of 2.5 times the light intensity of a class 3 warning light.
Typical Usage
They suit utility trucks that could be used either on-road or off-road but need to provide a significant level of movement notification. For example utility vehicles, roadside assist vehicles, construction vehicles
Class 3 Warning Lights
Class 3 warning lights are the least bright, have approximately 40% of the minimum intensity of Class 2 warning lights
Typical Usage
Mainly used to identify vehicles. Forklifts strobe light, yard work machines
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