Originally Posted by
Athens80
I
read on Wikipedia that
How does the maximum 200 lumens of the new Dinotte Quad Red Taillight, or the top outputs of the previous 140R, 300R and 400R models compare to 280 to 570 lumens from an incandescent automobile tail light? I believe the numbers are not comparable one to one because LED output can be more focused than the incandescent plus reflector combination.
Qualitatively, they are similar to the LEDs used in police lights and are comparable to brake LED tail lights today. They are not blinding, but it's absolutely impossible to ignore them. They are an intense light plus they sort of invoke the trained response in drivers to red flashing lights - slow down, be cautious and give room.
J.