Betts Clearance & Marker Lights - LED
Betts LED Clearance & Marker Lights: Purpose-Built for Heavy-Duty Visibility
When it comes to keeping commercial trucks and tank trailers conspicuous on the road, few names carry the weight of Betts Industries. Founded in 1901, Betts has spent well over a century developing lighting systems engineered specifically for the demands of the tank truck and specialty trailer industry — and their LED clearance and marker lights represent some of the most refined products in that long lineage.
Betts operates a dedicated lamp facility in Warren, Pennsylvania, where their lighting division manufactures safety lamps, lighting systems, and accessories tailored to the trucking world. That focused, industry-specific approach means their LED clearance and marker lights aren't generic — they're designed to integrate with the broader systems found on liquid tank, dry bulk, and specialty trailers.
The 50 Series and 200V Series: Engineered LED Performance
Among the standout offerings in the Betts LED clearance and marker lineup are the 50 Series and 200V Series lights. The 50 Series features a shallow lens design with optics, a durable Valox body, and supports both 12V and 24V electrical systems — making it a genuinely versatile choice for mixed fleets. These lights come with gaskets and mounting hardware included, are reverse polarity protected, and meet FMVSS 108 requirements, the federal standard governing vehicle lighting performance and safety.
The 200V Series takes a different approach, offering a red 6-diode LED reflex lens insert that enhances road visibility for trucks and trailers in low-light conditions and poor weather. Its multi-volt design allows straightforward integration into different electrical systems, making it well-suited to varied fleet applications.
Betts also offers LED lens inserts — compatible with their 50, 56, 57, and 60 series lamp bodies — that can be used in both plastic and aluminum body recessed and surface mount lamps. These epoxy-sealed lens assemblies house multiple light emitting diodes and are available in 12V, 24V, and multi-volt configurations in both amber and red, giving technicians the flexibility to upgrade or replace lens assemblies without replacing the entire housing.
Why Betts LED Lights Matter for Tank Trailers
Clearance and marker lights on a tank trailer take relentless punishment — road debris, pressure washing, UV exposure, and wide temperature swings all conspire against a light's longevity. Betts addresses this with sealed, epoxy-encapsulated LED assemblies that resist moisture and vibration far better than incandescent alternatives. LED assemblies also offer a longer service life than traditional bulb-based systems, reducing maintenance intervals for operators who depend on uptime.
For fleets that have already standardized on Betts components, sourcing LED marker lights from the same manufacturer ensures consistent fit, finish, and output with existing housings — a practical advantage that streamlines both installation and replacement parts management.
Whether you're outfitting a new tank trailer build or replacing worn clearance lights on an existing unit, Betts LED marker lights deliver the compliance, durability, and visibility performance that heavy-duty operations demand. Browse the full selection of Betts LED Clearance & Marker Lights to find the right fit for your application.