Difference Between 1 Diode and 3 Diode Red 2" x 4" Clearance Lights

Published 09/22/2022

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LED Clearance or Side Marker Trailer Light w/ Reflector - 1 Diode - Black Base - Red Lens

(4181)

$8.42

LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light w/ Reflex Reflector - 3 Diodes - Black Base - Red Lens

(4181)

$6.97

Question:

I have a 2019 Landmark Newport 5th Wheel. I need to replace the sidemarker light on the rear passenger side of the 5th wheel. Will this light work? and if so what is the difference in the number of diodes? I have seen some lights with one and other with as many as three. This paticular model has one. Can I use this one?

asked by: Dan W

Expert Reply:

Lights like the LED Clearance or Side Marker Trailer Light w/ Reflector # MCL0032RBB are more or less universal so as long as the light you're wanting to replace on your 2019 Heartland Landmark Newport 5th Wheel measures 2" x 4" overall and only carries 1 function then this is a great option for your application.

Each diode in an LED light assembly is essentially it's own light so the more diodes an assembly has the brighter and more full it will look. Single diode lights are still adequate though so people will definitely still be able to see you on the road.

If you wanted a clearance light with more diodes then the part # MCL32RBB is basically the same thing just with 3 diodes as opposed to 1 diode.

expert reply by: Jon G