Signature 12" Amber LED Side Marker Light – 18 SMD, Clear Lens
18 Amber SMD LEDs. Clear Lens. 12-Inch Signature Profile. Surface/Screw Mount.
Add distinctive amber side marker lighting to compatible commercial trucks, trailers, recreational vehicles, and specialty vehicles with Kaper II's Signature 12" Amber LED Side Marker Light.
Featuring eighteen amber SMD LEDs behind a clear lens, this lamp combines modern solid-state LED technology with the recognizable elongated styling of Kaper II's Signature Series.
The clear-lens configuration provides a clean appearance when the lamp is unlit, while the amber LEDs deliver the specified illumination color during operation.
Its surface/screw-mount design offers a defined installation method for compatible vehicle mounting surfaces.
Identified as a side marker light, this model is intended for qualifying vehicle applications where its approved function, mounting position, and electrical specifications match the installation requirements.
Key Features & Benefits
12-Inch Signature Profile: Features an elongated nominal 12-inch lighting design.
18 Amber SMD LEDs: Incorporates eighteen surface-mount LED light sources producing amber illumination.
Clear Lens: Provides a clean exterior appearance that distinguishes this model from amber- and smoked-lens versions.
Side Marker Designation: Identified for side marker lighting applications.
Surface/Screw Mount: Designed for surface-mounted, screw-secured installation.
Solid-State LED Technology: Uses LED light sources rather than traditional incandescent filaments.
Signature Series Styling: Coordinates visually with compatible Kaper II Signature Series products.
OEM Application Potential: Suitable for evaluation in qualifying vehicle manufacturing programs.
Replacement Lighting Option: A potential replacement where the original lamp's mounting and electrical specifications match.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Kaper II |
| Product Family | Signature Series |
| Product Type | LED Side Marker Light |
| Nominal Length | 12" |
| Lighting Technology | LED |
| LED Count | 18 |
| LED Package Type | SMD |
| Illumination Color | Amber |
| Lens Color | Clear |
| Lighting Function | Side Marker |
| Mounting Style | Surface / Screw Mount |
| Wiring Configuration | Not specified |
| Connector Type | Not specified |
| Operating Voltage | Not specified |
| Overall Dimensions | Not specified |
| Mounting-Hole Spacing | Not specified |
| Housing Material | Not specified |
| Gasket Included | Not specified |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Not specified |
| DOT / SAE Compliance | Requires verification |
| Manufacturer SKU | Requires verification |
Signature Series Design
Kaper II's Signature Series includes distinctive vehicle lighting configurations designed for commercial, recreational, and specialty vehicle applications.
This model features a nominal 12-inch profile, providing an elongated appearance compared with smaller conventional side marker lights.
The combination of amber illumination and a clear lens creates a recognizable lighting appearance that can complement compatible vehicle exterior designs.
For OEM manufacturers developing coordinated lighting packages, this lamp offers a side marker option that can be evaluated alongside other Signature Series products.
Eighteen Amber SMD LEDs
The lamp incorporates eighteen surface-mount device (SMD) LEDs that produce amber illumination.
SMD technology refers to electronic components designed for mounting directly onto a circuit board.
The eighteen-LED configuration is an important identifying characteristic when comparing this model with other Signature Series marker and auxiliary lamps.
The supplied description does not establish brightness, wattage, electrical consumption, or beam distribution.
These characteristics depend on the complete lamp design and should be verified through manufacturer specifications.
Clear Lens Design
The clear lens is one of this model's defining features.
It provides a clean exterior appearance and differentiates the lamp from otherwise similar Signature Series side markers with amber or smoked lenses.
The clear lens does not change the specified illumination color.
For accurate catalog filtering, this product should be identified with Clear as its lens color and Amber as its illumination color.
Side Marker Lighting Function
This product is identified as an amber side marker light.
Side marker lights are used to provide lateral visibility and indicate vehicle presence or position, depending on the vehicle's lighting configuration.
However, the supplied description does not establish approval for every side marker or clearance-light application.
It should not automatically be classified as an auxiliary turn signal, stop light, tail light, or identification lamp.
Confirm the manufacturer's approved lighting functions, installation orientation, and compliance markings before installation.
Surface/Screw-Mount Design
This model is identified as surface/screw-mounted.
This indicates that the lamp is intended to mount against a compatible vehicle surface using a screw-secured installation method.
The surface-mount configuration can be considered for qualifying OEM and replacement installations.
The supplied description does not establish the number of mounting holes, screw size, mounting-hole spacing, or whether mounting hardware is included.
These details should be verified through the manufacturer's dimensional drawing and installation instructions.
OEM and Replacement Applications
The Signature 12" Amber LED Side Marker Light may be considered for compatible OEM vehicle assembly and replacement installations.
For OEM programs, manufacturers should verify the lamp's mounting dimensions, operating voltage, wiring configuration, and approved lighting function.
For replacement applications, customers should confirm compatibility with the original side marker lamp and the intended vehicle electrical system.
A matching nominal length or LED count does not establish interchangeability with other Signature Series models.
Potential Applications
Commercial Trucks: Amber side marker lighting for compatible approved truck installations.
Trailers: Elongated amber LED side marker lighting for qualifying trailer applications.
RVs and Motorhomes: Side marker lighting for compatible recreational vehicles.
Specialty Vehicles: Exterior marker lighting for qualifying service, utility, and custom-built vehicles.
OEM Vehicle Manufacturers: A potential lighting component for assembly programs specifying a 12-inch amber LED side marker with eighteen SMD LEDs, a clear lens, and surface/screw mounting.
Installation Considerations
Before installation, verify the lamp's operating voltage, wiring configuration, mounting dimensions, and approved lighting applications.
Confirm that the intended mounting surface accommodates the surface/screw-mount design.
Check the manufacturer's instructions for fastener requirements, electrical connections, and any specified gasket or sealing components.
Do not assume that a gasket or mounting hardware is included unless confirmed.
Protect electrical connections against moisture, vibration, and mechanical damage.
Verify that the lamp's mounting position and orientation comply with applicable vehicle lighting requirements.
Do not assume that the side marker designation also includes turn-signal functionality.
Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions and applicable regulations.
Important: The supplied description confirms the Signature Series family, nominal 12-inch length, eighteen amber SMD LEDs, clear lens, side marker function, and surface/screw mounting. Wiring, voltage, exact dimensions, included hardware, and regulatory approvals require verification.