---
product_id: 487243998
title: "Taiss 8mm(5/16\") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck"
brand: "taiss"
price: "R979"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 3
category: "Taiss"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/487243998-taiss-8mm-5-16-12v-led-metal-indicator-light-red
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 8mm panel mount, easy install 12V high-visibility red LED Durable metal housing, IP67 rated Taiss 8mm(5/16") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck

**Brand:** taiss
**Price:** R979
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔴 Stay Ahead of the Charge: Never Miss a Beat on Your Dashboard!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Taiss 8mm(5/16") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck by taiss
- **How much does it cost?** R979 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/487243998-taiss-8mm-5-16-12v-led-metal-indicator-light-red)

## Best For

- taiss enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted taiss brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
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## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Rugged metal housing with IP67 rating ensures long-lasting performance in any driving condition.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Pre-wired with 22AWG cables for quick, hassle-free installation on 12V automotive systems.
- • **Precision Warning System:** Engineered specifically for battery and alternator faults to keep you ahead of costly breakdowns.
- • **Bright & Bold Battery Alert:** Instantly spot charging issues with a vivid red LED that cuts through daylight.
- • **Seamless Dashboard Integration:** Standard 8mm panel mount fits effortlessly into your vehicle’s control console.

## Overview

The Taiss 8mm 12V LED Metal Indicator Light is a high-performance red warning light designed for automotive battery and alternator status alerts. Featuring a bright LED housed in durable, powder-coated metal with IP67 protection, it fits standard 8mm panel cutouts and comes pre-wired for easy installation. Ideal for cars and trucks, it delivers reliable, daylight-visible warnings to help prevent vehicle charging failures.

## Description

12V LED Battery & Alternator Warning Light: Red LED metal signal indicator specially designed for 12VDC vehicle systems, mainly used as a battery and alternator warning light, also suitable for general dashboard status indication in cars, trucks and other automotive equipment.

Review: Great - Perfect for a track car
Review: Worked fine - It worked fine but was a little smaller than I expected.

## Features

- 12V LED Battery & Alternator Warning Light: Red LED metal signal indicator specially designed for 12VDC vehicle systems, mainly used as a battery and alternator warning light, also suitable for general dashboard status indication in cars, trucks and other automotive equipment.
- Standard 8mm (5/16") Panel Mount Size: This LED pilot light perfectly fits 8mm / 5/16 inch panel cutouts, easy to install on vehicle dashboards, instrument panels and control consoles with simple wiring and stable metal structure.
- Durable Metal Housing & Bright Red LED: Constructed with rugged metal housing for long service life, high-brightness red LED delivers clear and noticeable warning even in daylight, ensuring safe and reliable status indication.
- Stable Vehicle-Grade Electrical Specifications: Rated voltage up to 300V, equipped with 22AWG wire and 8-inch(200mm) cable length, suitable for automotive wiring layout, stable performance and safe for long-term use.
- Practical Vehicle Warning Indicator: Specifically designed for battery and alternator fault alerts, providing clear visual feedback to drivers, effectively helping to detect charging system abnormalities and ensure driving safety.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09J2BM6H8 |
| Amperage | 0.02 Amps |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Brand | Taiss |
| Colour | Black,Red |
| Colour Temperature | 6000 Kelvin |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 12 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium, Metal |
| Finish Type | Powder Coated |
| Finish Types | Powder Coated |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Kilograms |
| Light Source Special Features | Built-in indicator resistance, Red LED |
| Light Source Type | LED |
| Manufacturer | Taiss |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CAF-023-DC-R |
| Material | Aluminium , Metal |
| Model number | F-023-DC-R |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Number of Lights | 1 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Shade Material | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Specification Met | IP67 |
| Style | Modern |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black,Red
- **Finish Type:** Powder Coated
- **Light Source Type:** LED
- **Material:** Aluminium, Metal
- **Shape:** Round

## Images

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![Taiss 8mm(5/16") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51djuMQTSBL.jpg)
![Taiss 8mm(5/16") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BKnIP3vKL.jpg)
![Taiss 8mm(5/16") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61GyD86qztL.jpg)
![Taiss 8mm(5/16") 12V LED Metal Indicator Light, Red Battery/Alternator Warning Dash Pilot Light for Automotive Car Truck - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XyoEq5+7L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great
*by M***9 on 19 March 2024*

Perfect for a track car

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked fine
*by R***T on 18 January 2026*

It worked fine but was a little smaller than I expected.

### ⭐ will not work with alternator
*by M***L on 10 April 2026*

tiny unit , will not work for alternator exciter, led

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-07-17*