Magnetic Work Light

   / Magnetic Work Light #1  

bp fick

Super Member
Joined
Aug 15, 2009
Messages
5,697
Location
Beaver Creek, Northern Michigan
Tractor
John Deere X390
   / Magnetic Work Light #3  
Got one as a Christmas gift. Here's a quick review for those who may have pondered having one.

It's Great!!!

No, seriously. It's pretty darn good. Works off a power point. Stick it where you want it, need it. Move it. For only $20 at TSC? I'd give it two thumbs up.

Blazer 12 V Magnetic Work Light CWL235 - 0283852 | Tractor Supply Company

I just bought one the other day. Now I have to hook up a power point. I picked up a "weatherproof" one from Autozone a while back (have to find the darn thing!).

Can I tap into the trailer harness pigtail on the back of my tractor as a power source?
 
   / Magnetic Work Light
  • Thread Starter
#4  
There are a number of good options. Wire it to a power point, if you want a power point for something else, like an iPod. If you just want the light to always be on, any hot wire will work, I suppose. I wouldn't want it that way. I think I would like it in my running lights circuit and may wire it into that later on. For now, I will simply plug it in and unplug it, as needed.

Some newer tractors provide an unused lead under the seat or rear fender for additional lighting options.
 
   / Magnetic Work Light #5  
Looks like a handy multi use light, I have a handheld one that I almost never use (sits in a box), I would use it more if it had a magnetic base. Could just leave it stuck on the tractor somewhere and have it ready to use when ever needed.

I had to put my own aux 12 volt power source outlet on, was surprised that my expensive, advanced JD didn't have one from the factory :(

.
 
   / Magnetic Work Light #6  
I could use one of those.
Does it have something over the magnet to keep it from scratching the paint?

Ronnie
 
   / Magnetic Work Light #8  
Looks like a handy multi use light, I have a handheld one that I almost never use (sits in a box), I would use it more if it had a magnetic base. Could just leave it stuck on the tractor somewhere and have it ready to use when ever needed.

I had to put my own aux 12 volt power source outlet on, was surprised that my expensive, advanced JD didn't have one from the factory :(

.

Harbor Freight has a magnetic ground block that has a very similar magnet with a hole in the middle for $6 - Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices I used 2 to mount some lights on my tractor when I need them. Might work for your handheld light.
 
   / Magnetic Work Light #9  
I like it. I will get one.
I am thinking of using a weatherproof switch (maybe mounted through the lights housing) and using the existing work light circuit that is tucked under the back of my BX 2660
 
   / Magnetic Work Light #10  
I've got a TSC Blazer stuck to the chute on a Farm King 60" blower. I wired up a power point inside the cab of my B3030 and simply plug in when needed. The wire is run right out the rear window and I just close the window on the wire. So far there doesn't seem to be an issue with window gasket or wire.
Decent light for the money and does what little I ask of it.
 
   / Magnetic Work Light #11  
I have a similar one, not sure who makes it. I added a toggle switch to turn it on/off. Use the extra power wire in the back of the B7500. I use cigarette lighter type of connections.
Works great but has a few flaws.

When I put it on top the ROP it'll vibrate around a bit. Ah, wire ties work wonders!
On the ROP it'll warm the top of the head too, but a 6'1 I sit high in the saddle.
I think the biggest bug-a-boo when I've used it in the summer months is BUGS!! Oh, they like that big bright light and right in your face! So, I have a long enough wire to put in on the front of the 'Bota too.
 

Tractor & Equipment Auctions

2019 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Pickup Truck (A59230)
2019 Ram 1500 Crew...
2018 HYUNDAI VC2530152-JS DRY VAN TRAILER (A59575)
2018 HYUNDAI...
(18) 10'-6" PVC CONDUIT PIPES (A60432)
(18) 10'-6" PVC...
2013 ORTEQ ENERGY GN182 GOOSENECK HOSE TRAILER (A58214)
2013 ORTEQ ENERGY...
VOLVO EC460CL EXCAVATOR (A58214)
VOLVO EC460CL...
2018 Dodge 5500 Bucket Truck 4WD (A61306)
2018 Dodge 5500...
 
Top