Do you need a relay for KC lights?
Using a relay keeps the high current portion of the circuit away from the switch and pulls the current directly from the battery to your KC’s. The relay also allows you to tie your lights into a secondary 12-volt circuit such as your high/low beams or ignition.
What does KC stand for lights?
Do the Letters “KC” stand for anything? They are the initials of the founder of the company, Peter Kim Brown, and his wife, Carol Brown. The company was started in their home garage, back in the late 1960s. Peter worked with computers on a night shift and began “inventing” his famous lights at home during the day.
Can you wire off-road lights without relay?
You should only use this for off-road lights if the LEDs have a high current draw and need a higher voltage level than the car’s battery can provide. By running so much power through the circuit, they won’t overheat as. Unless you have power requirements, you can wire the light bar without Relay, and it will work fine.
What is the purpose of a relay on LED lights?
Relays can be used to switch a low-current trigger to high current, switch a circuit on or off, reverse polarity, and much more. When adding LED lights, such as off-road light bars, driving/work lights, or other auxiliary lights to a vehicle, you must add a circuit to power the light adequately.
Why do KC lights have to be covered?
The reason you must cover them at all times is to avoid blinding other road users if you turn them on mistakenly. Some states have specifications regarding the wiring, mounting position and distance. Ask your DMV or a police officer for the rules on LED lights for your state as the regulations vary.
Why do KC lights have covers?
LIGHT COVERS FOR ADDED PROTECTION AND STYLE All KC plastic light covers are designed for a formed fit to protect the light from most, harmful on-coming debris. KC light covers are also UV treated, to protect your lights from sun damage and keeping your lenses look brand new.