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5GR

5GA

5GBC

5GC

The 5G Series lighthead is engineered for commercial vehicles, offering high-performance warning and signaling lighting. Built with advanced Super-LED® technology, the 5G Series delivers bright, reliable illumination, making it ideal for tow trucks, utility trucks, construction vehicles, and other commercial fleets. Its low-profile, compact design allows for flexible mounting on bumpers and vehicle exteriors, ensuring effective visibility while maintaining a streamlined appearance. The 5G Series features hard-coated, impact-resistant lenses designed to withstand harsh environments, including sand, sun, salt, and road chemicals, making it a durable choice for demanding operations. Available in single-color configurations, the 5G Series integrates seamlessly with existing vehicle lighting systems, providing dependable, high-intensity lighting to enhance safety during roadside assistance, utility work, or construction projects.
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Solo ScanLock
Features
  • High-Performance Illumination: Engineered with advanced Super-LED® technology for bright, reliable lighting in any environment
  • Versatile Applications: Ideal for tow trucks, utility fleets, and construction vehicles requiring dual-purpose Warning or signaling lighting
  • Wide-Angle Coverage: Provides superior light distribution, enhancing visibility across a variety of commercial applications
  • Application Ready: Available in Warning, Brake/Tail/Turn, and Back-Up, models to suit diverse needs
Specifications
Please note: Not all specifications will apply to every model. Consult your sales representative to confirm specs.

OpticsSuper-LED®
TechnologySmartLED®: Self-contained electronics power and flash LEDs without the need for external flashers, ballasts, or power supplies
Scan-Lock™: Advanced flash pattern control
Sync: Connect multiple Whelen devices for synchronized or alternating flash patterns
Flash PatternsWarning light models: 33 Scan-Lock™ flash patterns
ControlSmartLED®
CustomizationConfiguration: SOLO or Split-Colors
Lens: Amber, Clear, or Red
Application Models Available: Warning, Brake/Tail/Turn, Back-Up
Optional Additions: “L” Mounting Bracket, Black Flange Kit, Chrome Flange Kit
ConstructionHard-Coated Lenses: Resist environmental damage from sand, sun, salt, and road chemicals
Fully Encapsulated: Moisture, vibration, and corrosion resistance
MountingGrommet
Included Cables & Hardware18 AWG 9" (22.86 cm) Pigtail
CertificationsSAE Standards
SAE J595
SAE J845
Environmental
IP67
Regulatory Compliance
CA Title 13
Warranty5-year
Voltage10-30 VDC
AmpsSOLO™: 0.71 (peak), 0.29 (avg.)
Split: 0.54 (peak), 0.23 (avg.) per color
Brake: 0.27 (avg.)
Tail: 0.3 (avg.)
Turn: 0.41 (peak), 0.22 (avg.)
Back-Up: 0.16 (peak), 0.09 (avg.)
SizeWidth: 7.59” (19.28 cm)
Height: 3.39” (8.61 cm)
Depth: 1.41” (3.58 cm)
Dimensions
diagram showing dimensions of Whelen 5G Series surface-mounted lighthead for use on emergency vehicles

Replace * symbol in model number with letter indicating color desired: A = Amber, B = Blue, C = White, G = Green, R = Red 

Replace # symbol in model number with letters indicating color combination desired: D = Red/White, E = Blue/White, F = Amber/White, H = Green/White, J = Red/Blue, K = Red/Amber, L = Red/Green, M = Blue/Amber, N = Blue/Green, P = Amber/Green 

5G Series Super-LED® and LED Grommet Mount Lightheads
5G*
diagonal front view image of amber Whelen 5G lighthead for use on first-responder emergency vehicles
Super-LED® Warning Light with 33 Scan-Lock™ Flash Patterns and Synchronization
5G*C
Super-LED® Warning Light with 33 Scan-Lock™ Flash Patterns and Synchronization, Clear Lens
5G#
Split-Color Warning Light with 33 Scan-Lock™ Flash Patterns and Independent On/Off Control of Each Color, Clear Lens
5GBTT
Super-LED® Brake/Tail/Turn Light
5GBTTC
Super-LED®, Brake/Tail/Turn Light, Clear Lens
5GT
Super-LED® Turn Light, Amber
5GTC
Super-LED® Turn Light. Amber LED, Clear Lens
5GBU
Super-LED® Back-up Light
5GBUV
Super-LED® Back-up Light, Vertical Mount
5GA1
Super-LED® Warning Light with 33 Scan-Lock™ Flash Patterns and Synchronization with Industry Standard Connector, Amber
5GAC1
Super-LED® Warning Light with 33 Scan-Lock™ Flash Patterns and Synchronization with Superseal Connector, Amber LED, Clear Lens
5GBTT1
Super-LED® Brake/Tail/Turn Light with Industry Standard Connector
Options for 5G Series Super-LED® and LED Grommet Mount Lightheads
5GFLANGC
Chrome-Plated Flange Surface Mount Kit for 5G Series
5GFLANGB
Black Flange Surface Mount Kit for 5G Series
5GBKT1
“L” Bracket Mount Kit, For Use with Grommet Mount Light Only
End-of-Life Products (Effective October 1, 2025)
5G*00F*R
diagonal front view image of amber Whelen 5G lighthead for use on first-responder emergency vehicles
5mm LED Warning Light with 14 Flash Patterns, Amber or Red
5GC0CCCR
Super-LED® Compartment Light, White LED, Clear Lens

5GC0CCCR

Super-LED® Compartment Light, White LED, Clear Lens
5GC00WCR
5mm LED Back-Up Light, White