T-Light TWR Military Searchlight — LED Projector for Weapon Turret Integration
Product codes
TL-TWR-20W-10-135 / TL-TWR-20W-15-135
Operating voltage
16–33 VDC
Power consumption
50 W typical / 60 W max.
LEDs
20 × 3 W high-power white LEDs (4 × 5 matrix)
Total luminous flux
4,590 lm (±10%)
Lens angle
10° or 15° (FWHM)
Movement
Unlimited 360° horizontal (turret) · 135° vertical
Protection class
IP69K projector · IP65 controller
Operating temperature
-32°C to +60°C
System weight
~3.7 kg
Overview
Product and Purpose
T-Light TWR (T-Light Turret) is a high-efficiency, LED-based military searchlight (projector) system designed for integration into military weapon turrets. It is built for long-range search, target recognition and operational illumination.
Because the searchlight is attached to the weapon turret, it turns with the turret through unlimited 360° in the horizontal axis, and its own mechanism adds 135° of vertical travel. Depending on configuration, the vertical range is set to +90° / −45° or symmetrical. The beam can therefore be pointed straight at the sector the turret is facing.
The light source is 20 high-power white LEDs in a 4-row × 5-LED matrix. The system can be ordered with a 10° (long-range) or 15° (wide-area) collimator lens. The projector unit is rated IP69K and the remote control unit IP65.
Engineering Capability
Electrical and optical data:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product codes | TL-TWR-20W-10-135 / TL-TWR-20W-15-135 |
| Operating voltage | 16–33 VDC |
| System power consumption | 50 W typical / 60 W maximum |
| Number of LEDs | 20 (4 rows × 5, matrix) |
| LED type | High-power white LED, 3 W, 700 mA |
| Colour temperature | 6000–6500 K |
| CRI / Ra | ≥ 70 |
| Lens angle | 10° or 15° (FWHM) |
| Total luminous flux | 4,590 lm (±10%) |
| LED lifetime | ≥ 50,000 hours (L70) |
Movement, mechanical and environmental data:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Horizontal movement | Weapon turret platform (unlimited 360°) |
| Vertical movement | 135° (+90° / −45° or symmetrical, depending on configuration) |
| Protection class (projector) | IP69K |
| Protection class (controller) | IP65 |
| Operating temperature | −32 °C … +60 °C |
| System weight | ~3.7 kg |
| Mounting flange | Round, Ø 156.8 mm, 4 × M6 |
| Body material | Aluminium alloy, anodised |
| Standard colour | Matt black (RAL 9005) |
Lens options:
- TL-TWR-20W-10-135 — 10° lens: Narrow-beam long-range version, for search and target recognition at distance
- TL-TWR-20W-15-135 — 15° lens: Wide-area version, for lighting a broader sector
Control and diagnostics:
- Remote control unit (IP65): Power on/off LED, vertical movement buttons, BIT and error LED, white light on/off button, projector on/off button and projector home button
- BIT (Built-In Test): Built-in fault detection; faults are signalled by the BIT and error LED on the controller
- Home button: Used for continuous calibration of the searchlight
Typical Applications
- Weapon turret integration: A searchlight that turns horizontally with the turret on military vehicles
- Long-range search: A narrow, far-reaching beam with the 10° lens version
- Target recognition: Lighting the sector the weapon turret is aimed at
- Operational illumination: Wide-sector lighting of the working area with the 15° lens version
- Harsh field conditions: Outdoor duty with an IP69K projector body and a −32 °C … +60 °C operating range
The TEDEG Advantage
T-Light TWR takes its horizontal movement directly from the weapon turret; the searchlight only moves itself in the vertical axis. This keeps the beam aligned with the direction the turret is facing. System weight is ~3.7 kg, and the Ø 156.8 mm round flange with 4 × M6 fixings keeps installation on the turret simple.
The 16–33 VDC input range covers the 24/28 VDC network of military vehicles, and a typical draw of 50 W keeps the load on the vehicle's electrical system low. IP69K protection on the projector body means resistance to dust and to high-pressure, high-temperature wash-down. LED lifetime is rated at ≥ 50,000 hours (L70). Choosing between the 10° and 15° lens at the ordering stage matches the product to the mission profile.
For high-mast area lighting independent of the turret, see the T-Light Mobile Lighting Tower; for other platform solutions, browse the Tactical Systems category.
Corporate assurance: TEDEG Defence is an approved supplier of ASELSAN, Roketsan and the Turkish Ministry of National Defence (MSB), with NATO supplier registration under NCAGE: TM885.
Specifications
| Product codes | TL-TWR-20W-10-135 / TL-TWR-20W-15-135 |
| Operating voltage | 16–33 VDC |
| Power consumption | 50 W typical / 60 W max. |
| LEDs | 20 × 3 W high-power white LEDs (4 × 5 matrix) |
| Total luminous flux | 4,590 lm (±10%) |
| Lens angle | 10° or 15° (FWHM) |
| Movement | Unlimited 360° horizontal (turret) · 135° vertical |
| Protection class | IP69K projector · IP65 controller |
| Operating temperature | -32°C to +60°C |
| System weight | ~3.7 kg |
Datasheet
FAQ
What platforms is T-Light TWR mounted on?+
T-Light TWR is designed for integration into military weapon turrets. It takes its horizontal movement from the turret platform (unlimited 360°) and moves 135° vertically with its own mechanism. It mounts via a Ø 156.8 mm round flange with 4 × M6 fixings.
What is the difference between the 10° and 15° lens versions?+
TL-TWR-20W-10-135 is the narrow-beam long-range version with a 10° lens. TL-TWR-20W-15-135 is the wide-area version with a 15° lens. Both use 20 white LEDs with a total luminous flux of 4,590 lm (±10%); lens angles are FWHM values.
How is the searchlight controlled?+
Control is from an IP65 remote control unit. It carries a power LED, vertical movement buttons, a BIT and error LED, white light and projector on/off buttons, and a home button. The BIT system detects faults, and the home button is used for continuous calibration.
What are the power requirements?+
The system operates from 16–33 VDC. Typical power consumption is 50 W, with a maximum of 60 W. The light source consists of 20 high-power white LEDs rated at 3 W / 700 mA.
What environmental conditions does it operate in?+
It is designed for an operating temperature of −32 °C … +60 °C. The projector is rated IP69K and the controller IP65. The body is anodised aluminium alloy in standard matt black (RAL 9005). LED lifetime is rated at ≥ 50,000 hours (L70).


