Indicator Lenses
What is it?
An indicator lens is a raised or flush plastic cap that is fixed onto the top of a panel or stacking indicator.
What does it do?
An indicator lens helps to protect the bulb contained in the indicator body. Coloured lenses also change the white light emitted from a bulb into a particular colour. Colours are used to alert people to a particular action. A good example would be;
RED for stop
GREEN for go
Applications
Lenses are used in any application where an indicator is needed. Typical applications are
• Control panels in factories and warehouses
• Automotive dashboards
• Music studios
• Assembly lines
• Agricultural equipment
• Tools
Types
Lenses are available in various shapes, profiles and colours.
• Flush
• Domed
• Rectangular, round and square
• Clear or coloured
