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Piranha Slim-Line LED Mini Clearance or Side Marker Light - Submersible - 2 Diodes - Amber Lens
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Piranha Slim-Line LED Mini Clearance or Side Marker Light - Submersible - 2 Diodes - Amber Lens
Part Number: 168A
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Peterson Trailer Lights - 168A
Highlights
- Bright, Efficient Lighting: Two white LEDs behind an amber lens deliver strong light using only 0.04 amps.
- Reliable in Any Weather: Sealed, waterproof housing keeps water out for lasting performance.
- Slim Fit Design: Low-profile 2-5/8" x 3/4" oval shape mounts flush and stays out of the way.
- Built to Last: Solid SMD LED board resists shock and vibration for a 100,000-hour life.
- Easy 2-Wire Hookup: Simple power and ground connection works with 9-16V DC systems.
- Road Legal: DOT compliant and P2 rated for proper clearance or side marker use.
Features to know about
Brighter Light with Less Power Draw: Efficient LED Design
This Piranha Slim-Line LED uses two amber diodes that put out a bright, vibrant light while drawing only 0.04 amps at 12V. The LED setup is more efficient than old incandescent bulbs and delivers a clean, noticeable glow without straining your wiring or battery. Rated for 100,000 hours of life, it’s a long-term upgrade that keeps your lighting reliable and consistent.
Built to Handle Water and Vibration: Fully Sealed, Submersible Construction
For trailers that see wet roads or even full submersion, this light doesn’t flinch. The housing and lens are sealed together as one waterproof unit, protecting the circuit board and diodes from water damage. The SMD construction also resists shock and vibration, making it tough enough for rough use on or off the water.
Low-Profile Fit: Compact and Surface Mountable
At just 2-5/8" long, 3/4" wide, and 5/8" thick, this light fits neatly against your trailer surface without sticking out. It’s a surface-mount unit that installs with standard hardware (not included) and only needs a small wiring hole behind it. Center-to-center mounting holes are spaced 1-15/16", making positioning simple and precise.
Focused Visibility Where You Need It: P2-Rated Beam Pattern
When properly mounted, this P2-rated light throws a 45-degree beam to each side of center for a total of 90 degrees of coverage. That beam pattern makes it effective as either a clearance or side marker light—perfect for adding visibility exactly where it’s needed most.
No Bulbs to Replace: Simple Two-Wire Hookup
With no fragile filaments or bulb sockets to worry about, upkeep is minimal. The two-wire design keeps wiring straightforward—one lead for power, one for ground—so installation is clean and easy without extra adapters or plugs to manage.
Specs
Dimensions
- Overall dimensions: 2-5/8" long x 3/4" wide x 5/8" thick
- Distance between mounting holes (center on center): 1-15/16"
Electrical
- Power draw at 12V: 0.04 amps
- Input voltage: 9V - 16V DC
Lighting
- Diodes: 2
- Rated life: 100,000-hour
- Rating: P2 rated
Warranty
- Warranty: 10-Year limited warranty
Manufacturer Cross Reference
- Optronics: # MCL13A2B
- Grote: # 47013-3
M168A Peterson Piranha Slim-Line LED Mini Clearance or Side Marker Trailer Light - Waterproof - 2 Diodes - Oval - Amber Lens - P2 Rated
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
95 reviews
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Bruce
06/12/2018
These lights were the perfect brightness, very rugged, and easy to install inside protected areas of the frame on the updated raft trailer. etrailer has great selection, the website makes it easy to find the best parts for the job, and their communication is excellent. Their videos and reviews are invaluable.
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Mack M
01/09/2021
Purchased these side marker lights specifically because they have two wires rather than just a positive wire and the ground attached to the mounting grommet.
Lights were easy to mount and with rubber gasket they are protected from vibration.
Lights were easy to mount and with rubber gasket they are protected from vibration.
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MicStanz
12/24/2015
I had lights similar to these as markers on my old trailer, and was looking to find similar for the front markers on my Avalanche. NIce and small, bright as can be, fully sealed behind, and I think they cost less than before !
Micstanz
12/24/2016
One year on, they are still as bright as ever
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ChrisG
11/11/2016
I used four of these sealed led lights to replace the clearance lights that came on my Shorelander boat trailer. The hole spacing fit the existing holes and the lights have held up very well to over 100 launches and recoveries in salt water. I recommend them.
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Clinton
09/19/2018
All the products have been great. They were installed on an older livestock trailer and they just keeping going. The white LED lights we put on the inside work too good. When I first pulled them out I thought they were too small and would do the job. They are so good we rarely use the one up front because the back one does such a great job.
Thanks for the good products.
Thanks for the good products.
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Jim H.
03/15/2013
3/15/2013 Item 168A - Just the right size light I was looking for to use as a side marker for a motorcycle cargo trailer. Well built product. I used with its black base (B168-18) that fit well also. LED lighting excellent. Just great to deal with etrailer folks.
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Thom K.
10/01/2017
The side lights to my boat trailer arrived and I attached them. They work just as described, small but LED powerful. Thank you as always. Great product.
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Jeffrey
02/05/2024
Easy to install and fit holes from previous installation.
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Edward
02/24/2018
Great lights for tight locations
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Mike
09/07/2023
Better than the ones that came with the trailer.
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Eric
10/08/2019
I have ordered many things from your company and have been using your site for awhile now . Been pleased with the speed in which we receive our orders. I only wish I could very my history instead of clicking on each order.
Great Job!
Great Job!
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steve s
10/07/2016
fast shipping.
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paul s.
05/23/2017
got the trailer parts fast . thanks
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Nic
05/02/2023
Always seem to have the lighting products I am looking for.
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Phil M.
03/02/2016
Nice product. It fit my application very well. The leads were marked and long enough to fit nearly any application.
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Barry S
03/03/2017
Product was received in good condition and was exactly what I ordered. No hick-ups or other issues. Quality of the product was good as expected. I would have no issues with ordering from this company again.
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Greg B
12/26/2020
Great light for my project. Durable and delivered on time.
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David
02/11/2021
Awesome lights working well and bright as ever
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John B
10/02/2019
Fit and bright. Excellent product.
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Bob J
10/18/2016
Worked fine. Good service
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William
04/10/2021
Awesome lights! Thanks
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05/11/2011
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Al
01/23/2018
Great product.
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Bill S.
08/08/2014
Produces good light for such a small size.
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Thomas
03/29/2018
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Mack M.
1/10/2022
All lights are working! Made one important change due to use in salt water. I ran all ground wires to the front of my boat trailer, so that the ground wire connections to the trailer would not be submerged when launching and retrieving my boat.