Drop light
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-001884
A portable work light used in railway maintenance and inspection, consisting of a light source enclosed in a protective cage and suspended by a flexible cord. This device provides localized illumination for tasks in dimly lit areas, such as undercarriages or engine compartments. Drop lights often feature a hook for convenient hanging and a durable construction to withstand harsh environments.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-001884 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Rail equipment |
| Synonyms | drop window |
| Translations | German: Klappenster; Spanish: ventana de guillotina; French: fenêtre coulissante |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Drop light",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A portable work light used in railway maintenance and inspection, consisting of a light source enclosed in a protective cage and suspended by a flexible cord. This device provides localized illumination for tasks in dimly lit areas, such as undercarriages or engine compartments. Drop lights often feature a hook for convenient hanging and a durable construction to withstand harsh environments.",
"synonyms": [
"drop window"
],
"subject": "Rail equipment",
"translations": {
"de": "Klappenster",
"es": "ventana de guillotina",
"fr": "fenêtre coulissante"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/drop-light/"
}
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