The best Pelican intrinsically safe light for most people is the 3415M: a right angle work light with spot and flood beams and a magnet clip that keeps both hands free. For a headlamp, choose the 2765. For a penlight that slips into a shirt pocket, choose the 1975i.
These are the five best safety certified lights in the Pelican range, ranked, with what each does best. For the full brand story, see Discover Pelican.
An important note on certification. Pelican list North American Class and Division ratings, and many models also carry IECEx ia approval. In Australia, equipment used in a hazardous area must carry the certification your site requires, usually IECEx or ANZEx for the specific gas or dust group and temperature class. Always check the exact certification on the product page and the marking on the light against your site's hazardous area classification, and ask your site safety officer if you are unsure.
Quick picks
- Best all-rounder: Pelican 3415M Right Angle Light
- Best headlamp: Pelican 2765 Headlamp
- Best handheld: Pelican 3345 Dual Beam Torch
- Best lightweight torch: Pelican 3315 Safety Torch
- Best penlight: Pelican 1975i Penlight
Pelican safety certified lights compared
| Model | Type | Max output | Batteries | Certification listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3415M | Right angle | 336 lumens | 3 x AA (not included) | Class I, II, III Div 1 |
| 2765 | Headlamp | 155 lumens | 3 x AAA | Class 1 Div 1 / IECEx ia |
| 3345 | Handheld, dual beam | 280 lumens | 3 x AA (not included) | Class I, II, III Div 1 / IECEx ia |
| 3315 | Handheld | 160 lumens | 3 x AA (included) | Class I Div 1 / IECEx ia |
| 1975i | Penlight | 117 lumens | 2 x AAA (included) | Class I Div 1 / IECEx ia |
How to choose an intrinsically safe light
Match the certification to your site
This is the first and most important step. Hazardous areas are classified by the type of gas or dust present and how often it is likely to be there. Your light must be certified for that classification. Check with your site safety officer, then confirm the marking on the light.
Think about how you work
If you need both hands, choose a right angle light or headlamp. If you need to see into the distance, a handheld torch with a spot beam is better. For close inspection work, a penlight is easier to aim.
Choose the right battery
Certified lights are tested with specific batteries. Use only the battery type listed for your light, because the wrong battery can affect its certification.
Look for useful extras
Battery level indicators, glow-in-the-dark shrouds, magnets and helmet clips make a big difference on a long shift.
The 5 best Pelican intrinsically safe lights
1. Pelican 3415M Right Angle Light
The one most workers should buy. The articulating head and magnet clip let you put light exactly where you are working, and the spot and flood LEDs cover close tasks and distance.
- 336 lumens from spot and flood LEDs, used together or separately
- Articulating head with three brightness levels
- Heavy-duty magnet clip and security lanyard
- Listed as Class I, II, III Division 1 certified, 3 x AA
2. Pelican 2765 Headlamp
A compact, comfortable headlamp for confined spaces, climbing and inspection. Downcast mode lights the ground in front of you or the gauge in your hand without dazzling your workmates.
- Up to 155 lumens with three LEDs
- High, low, downcast and flashing modes, downcast runs up to 14 hours
- Full-time battery level indicator
- Listed as Class 1 Div 1 / IECEx ia, 3 x AAA
3. Pelican 3345 Dual Beam Torch
A smart handheld torch that adjusts its brightness automatically, dimming for close work like reading gauges and brightening for distance.
- 280 lumens with separate spot and flood beams
- Variable Light Output sensor adjusts brightness automatically
- Full-time battery level indicator and integrated clip
- Listed as Class I, II, III Division 1 / IECEx ia, 3 x AA
4. Pelican 3315 Safety Torch
A light, simple torch that is easy to carry all shift. Add the optional helmet clip to mount it on a hard hat.
- 160 lumens from a single LED
- 3 x AA batteries included
- IP67 waterproof and dustproof, 176 g with batteries
- Listed as Class I Division 1 / IECEx ia
5. Pelican 1975i Penlight
A slim penlight that fits in a shirt pocket and still puts out enough light for inspection work. It comes with a helmet clip.
- 117 lumens, 24 metre beam
- One-handed on, off and momentary switch
- 2 x AAA batteries included, 54 g
- Listed as Class I Division 1 / IECEx ia, helmet clip included
Also consider
The Pelican 3325 has a tail switch and glow-in-the-dark shroud, making it a good helmet torch. For firefighting, the rechargeable Pelican 3765 right angle light carries a Class I, Division 2 rating and a downward beam to light your footing.
Keeping a safety certified light compliant
- Use the listed batteries only. Mixing brands or using a different chemistry can affect certification.
- Change batteries outside the hazardous area. Never open a certified light where flammable gas or dust may be present.
- Inspect it regularly. Check seals, lenses and the body for cracks or damage, and retire any light that is damaged.
- Do not modify it. Aftermarket parts, drilled holes or replaced LEDs void the certification.
More intrinsically safe lights
- All intrinsically safe lights
- Intrinsically safe handheld torches
- Intrinsically safe headlamps
- Intrinsically safe right angle lights
- Intrinsically safe helmet torches
- Intrinsically safe pen lights
Related reading: Discover Pelican: Safety Certified Torches, Work Lights and Area Lights.
FAQ
What does Class I, Division 1 mean?
It is a North American hazardous location rating. Class I covers flammable gases and vapours, and Division 1 means they may be present during normal operation. Class II covers combustible dust and Class III covers fibres.
What is IECEx ia?
IECEx is the international certification scheme for equipment used in explosive atmospheres, recognised in Australia. "ia" is the highest level of intrinsic safety protection.
Can I use any Pelican torch in a hazardous area?
No. Only models certified for your hazardous area classification should be used there. You can check Pelican's certifications on the Pelican official website.
The short version
Buy the 3415M for hands-free work, the 2765 as a headlamp, the 3345 for a smart handheld torch, the 3315 for a lightweight everyday light and the 1975i for your shirt pocket. Always confirm the certification matches your site.
