Pilot Lights: LED status indication for control panels and machinery
Pilot lights provide a quick visual indication of circuit or equipment status without adding complexity to the control panel. This range covers compact LED indicators through larger panel-mounted pilot lights, with options such as the 12mm 24V red LED pilot light for compact indication duties.
What's in This Range
- 12mm LED indicator — Compact 24V DC red indication for control panels and machinery status monitoring. View 12mm 24V DC LED indicator
- 18mm LED pilot light — 240V AC amber indication for clear visual signalling in panel applications. View 18mm 240V AC amber pilot light
- 22mm dual-colour LED pilot light — Red and green indication in a 24V AC/DC panel-mounted format. View 22mm dual-colour LED pilot light
- 22mm test diode indicator — White 24V AC/DC LED indication suited to applications requiring a dedicated test-diode function. View 22mm test diode indicator
- 30mm push-test LED pilot light — White LED indication with push-to-test functionality across 12–130V AC/DC. View 30mm push-test pilot light
- 30mm full LED pilot light — 120V AC red indication with IP65 protection for more demanding panel environments. View 30mm IP65 LED pilot light
Who Uses This
Pilot lights are commonly specified for industrial control panels, machinery, switchboards and automation equipment where operators need immediate visual feedback. They suit panel upgrades, machine builds and maintenance work where panel space, circuit voltage and indication method all need to be considered. Push-test and dual-colour configurations are particularly useful where the indication needs to provide more than a simple on/off visual signal.
Pilot Lights — Common Questions
How do I choose the correct pilot light voltage?
Match the pilot light voltage to the actual control or indication circuit rather than selecting by panel size alone. The range includes lower-voltage options such as 24V and wider 12–130V AC/DC designs, as well as 120V and 240V AC choices. For example, the 18mm 240V AC green LED pilot light is suited to a circuit requiring that specific operating voltage.
When is a push-to-test pilot light useful?
Push-to-test functionality allows the indication circuit to be checked without relying solely on the normal operating condition. It can be useful during commissioning, maintenance and fault-finding on machinery and control panels. A 30mm red push-to-test LED pilot light provides this function across a broad 12–130V AC/DC range.
What panel size should I choose for a pilot light?
Choose a mounting size that matches the panel layout, available space and the physical hardware used for the installation. Compact 12mm and 18mm indicators suit applications where panel real estate is limited, while 22mm and 30mm pilot lights provide larger, easy-to-see indication formats. The required cutout and mounting arrangement should always be confirmed before installation.
Why Choose SCHNAP
- Access recognised industrial ranges including Allen-Bradley, with pilot light sizes spanning compact 12mm formats through larger 30mm panel indicators.
- Choose practical indication options including 24V AC/DC dual-colour and test-diode designs, helping match the pilot light to the control circuit and operating requirement.
- Select from application-focused configurations including push-to-test functionality and 30mm IP65 LED construction for panel environments where additional protection is required.
For more guidance on selecting the right electrical pilot light for a control-panel application, see the Electrical Pilot Light Selection Guide. Browse the range and choose the pilot light that matches your panel size, voltage and indication requirements.
