“The 300 watt incandescent version of this pedestal mount explosion proof light has an operating temperature of 190 degrees Fahrenheit while the L.E.D. version of this same fixture operates at 55 degrees Fahrenheit,” said Rob Bresnahan with Larson Electronics’ magnalight.com. “For operators who have to continuously move the light and are in small confined spaces, that heat can be a nuisance. In head to head comparisons, the L.E.D. explosion proof light delivers more illumination over more area, without the distinct yellow tint common to the par incandescent bulbs. Finally, the solid state bulb won’t break when the light is knocked over and are rated at 50,000 life hours, which means they can run non-stop for 5.5 years. This all translates into more productivity for operators cleaning or blasting tanks and vessels,” Bresnahan concluded.