The Different Types of Light Modes 🚨

Mar 5, 2025



Beacon lights have different operational modes of light, understanding these different modes will help you to select the best beacon for your application to aid increased awareness and help people to know how to react to the given situation.

⚡ Pulsing Mode.
A pulsing light fades in and out creating a pulsing effect and often signals caution is required. Pulsing lights are often used in hazardous and emergency situations where due course and attention is required. An LED pulsing light is a good choice for these applications as they can withstand vibrations and shocks and continue to work normally.

⚡ Rotating Mode.
This mode consists of a motorised mirror which works as a reflector giving focused light that attracts attention. A rotating light is specially designed to provide an effective warning signal and are most commonly used on moving vehicles because of their high efficiency.

⚡ Strobe Mode.
This mode flashes on an off at a set frequency and has a high signalling effect through bursting white light. A xenon strobe light is composed of a glass tube filled with xenon gas that helps to produce a bright flashing sequence, however LED strobe lights are also becoming more popular as xenon gas tubes are being phased out. A strobe light is ideal to use when a wide area needs covering, such as in warehouses.

⚡ Static Mode.
A static light is a light that is constantly lit and is useful when a light needs to be visible over long distances without intermittent flashes. When a static light is used, it is commonly seen as a sign that something is safe to continue with your task.

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