Signature 12" Red LED S/T/I Light – 18 SMD, Clear Lens, 3 Bare Wires
18 Red SMD LEDs. Clear Lens. 12-Inch Signature Profile. Surface/Screw Mount. Three Bare Wires.
Add distinctive red LED illumination to compatible commercial trucks, trailers, recreational vehicles, and specialty vehicles with Kaper II's Signature 12" Red LED S/T/I Light.
Featuring eighteen red 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.
Its clear-lens design provides a clean appearance when unlit, while the LEDs deliver red illumination during operation.
The surface/screw-mount configuration provides a defined installation method for compatible vehicle surfaces, and the three bare-wire leads support connection according to the manufacturer's specified wiring arrangement.
Identified by Kaper II as an S/T/I light, this model should be selected according to its confirmed electrical functions, mounting requirements, and applicable vehicle lighting approvals.
Key Features & Benefits
12-Inch Signature Profile: Features an elongated nominal 12-inch lighting design.
18 Red SMD LEDs: Incorporates eighteen surface-mount LED light sources producing red illumination.
Clear Lens: Offers a clean exterior appearance that distinguishes this model from red- and smoked-lens versions.
S/T/I Designation: Retains the manufacturer's specified product classification.
Surface/Screw Mount: Designed for surface-mounted, screw-secured installation.
Three Bare Wires: Features three unterminated conductors for connection according to the manufacturer's wiring instructions.
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.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Kaper II |
| Product Family | Signature Series |
| Product Type | LED S/T/I Light |
| Nominal Length | 12" |
| Lighting Technology | LED |
| LED Count | 18 |
| LED Package Type | SMD |
| Illumination Color | Red |
| Lens Color | Clear |
| Manufacturer Designation | S/T/I |
| Mounting Style | Surface / Screw Mount |
| Wiring Configuration | 3 Bare Wires |
| Wire Functions / Polarity | Not specified |
| Connector Included | No terminated connector 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 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 lamps.
The combination of red LED illumination and a clear lens creates a recognizable appearance that can complement compatible vehicle exterior lighting packages.
For OEM manufacturers developing coordinated lighting designs, this lamp offers an additional Signature Series configuration for evaluation.
Eighteen Red SMD LEDs
The lamp incorporates eighteen surface-mount device (SMD) LEDs that produce red illumination.
SMD technology refers to electronic components designed for mounting directly onto a circuit board.
The eighteen-LED configuration is an important identifying feature when comparing this model with other Signature Series lamps.
The supplied description does not establish brightness, wattage, electrical consumption, beam distribution, or the lamp's individual electrical operating modes.
These characteristics 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 distinguishes the lamp from otherwise similar Signature Series S/T/I models with red 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 Red as its illumination color.
S/T/I Lighting Designation
This product is identified as an S/T/I light.
The supplied description does not define the manufacturer's abbreviation or establish its individual operating functions.
For catalog accuracy, retain S/T/I as the manufacturer's product designation until the corresponding technical documentation confirms the intended meaning.
Do not automatically assign stop, turn, tail, identification, or other regulated lighting functions solely from the abbreviation.
The lamp's approved functions and applicable compliance markings should be verified before installation.
Three Bare-Wire Connections
This model features three bare-wire leads.
Bare-wire connections provide unterminated conductors that can be connected according to the manufacturer's specified wiring arrangement.
The supplied description confirms the number of conductors but does not identify their colors, polarity, grounding arrangement, or individual functions.
Three wires should not automatically be interpreted as a specific stop/turn/tail wiring configuration.
Use the manufacturer's wiring diagram to identify each conductor before making electrical connections.
Connections should be appropriately secured and protected against moisture, vibration, and mechanical damage.
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 supplied description does not establish the number of mounting holes, screw size, mounting-hole spacing, or whether hardware is included.
These details should be verified through the manufacturer's dimensional drawing and installation instructions.
OEM and Replacement Applications
The Signature 12" Red LED S/T/I 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 assignments, approved lighting functions, and regulatory requirements.
For replacement applications, customers should confirm compatibility with the original lamp and the vehicle electrical system.
A matching nominal length, LED count, or lens appearance does not establish interchangeability with other Signature Series models.
Potential Applications
Commercial Trucks: Red LED lighting for compatible approved truck installations.
Trailers: Signature Series lighting for qualifying trailer applications.
RVs and Motorhomes: Red LED lighting for compatible recreational vehicle installations.
Specialty Vehicles: Exterior lighting for qualifying service, utility, and custom-built vehicles.
OEM Vehicle Manufacturers: A potential lighting component for assembly programs specifying a 12-inch red LED S/T/I lamp with eighteen SMD LEDs, a clear lens, surface/screw mounting, and three bare-wire leads.
Installation Considerations
Before installation, verify the lamp's operating voltage, wiring assignments, mounting dimensions, and approved lighting functions.
Confirm that the intended mounting surface accommodates the surface/screw-mount design.
Use the manufacturer's wiring diagram to identify the three bare-wire connections.
Do not assume conductor polarity or function based solely on wire count.
Check the manufacturer's instructions for fastener requirements 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, orientation, and operating functions comply with applicable vehicle lighting requirements.
Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions and applicable regulations.
Important: The supplied description confirms the Signature Series family, nominal 12-inch length, eighteen red SMD LEDs, clear lens, S/T/I designation, surface/screw mounting, and three bare-wire leads. Exact electrical functions, wire assignments, voltage, dimensions, included hardware, and regulatory approvals require verification.