What is the Housing for the Optronics LED Trailer Clearance and Side Marker Light MCL81AB Made of?
Updated 12/01/2025 | Published 11/03/2025
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Hello I have a question about product MCL81AB. Is this actual metal or a plastic component painted with chrome decorative finish
asked by: Mark T
Expert Reply:
Hey Mark. The housing for the Optronics LED Trailer Clearance and Side Marker Light item # MCL81AB is ABS plastic.
However, the Optronics Armored LED Clearance and Side Marker Light item # MCL86AB has a die-cast steel housing. It measures 4-1/2" long x 2" wide x 1-1/2" thick and has mounting holes 3-7/8" on center. It's also available in red item # MCL86RB.
What kind of trailer do you have?
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Optronics LED Trailer Clearance and Side Marker Light - Chrome Plated - 6 Diodes - Amber Lens
- Trailer Lights
- Clearance Lights
- Marker
- Rectangle
- Surface Mount
- Non-Submersible Lights
- LED Light
- 4-1/2L x 2W Inch
- Amber
- Optronics
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Jerred H.
12/1/2025
Hey Mark, did the steel-housed Optronics light end up being a better match for your trailer? Knowing how it worked out could help others looking for a tougher option.