The SIDEKICK™
Cordless Explosion Proof Rechargeable Inspection Work Light & Drop Light
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| Approved for: | Class I, Div 1 & 2; Groups C & D |
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| Conforms to: | UL Stds 153, 8750, 781, 844 |
| Certified to: | CSA Stds C22.2#s, 12, 25, 137 |
| Suitable for: | Wet Location Use |
| Certified: | Portable Luminary (Portable Luminaire) UL 153 |
| Temperature Rating: | T5 (-40°C to +40°C) / T4 (-40°C to + 100°C) |
| LED: | XP-G Cree |
| LED Color: | ~6000K, CRI >70 |
| Light Output: | – 45,000 lux at 1ft. |
| Standard Optic: | 25° refractive, collimated beam |
| Light Head Connection Patent: | Patented contact mechanism (Patent No.: US-11469546-B2) connects the Light Head to the Rechargeable Battery, the Dual Battery Pack (manifold), or the STRIKE FORCE™ Stringer Light System. |
| Body Material: | – Machined solid blocks of 6061-T6 Aluminum |
| Battery-Powered: | Rechargeable Li-Ion (Approved for Shipping) |
| Battery Pack: | 41NR19/66 |
| Battery Pack Transportation Compliance: | The BODYLight™ Battery Pack, consisting of lithium ion cells external to the Explosion Proof Canister, was examined for conformance to UN/DOT 38.3, Transportation Testing, by Intertek Laboratories. Conformance verification to the Standard for the Battery Pack was issued on November 16, 2017. (Report No.: 103190396CRT-002) The BODYLight™ Battery Pack passed all test procedures for Altitude Simulation, Thermal Test, Vibration, Shock, External Short Circuit, and Overcharge/Discharge, ensuring its compliance and safety for air and ground transportation. Further, with the Battery Pack encased in an Explosion Proof Canister, compliant to UL 62133, 153, and 844, provides even greater assurance of safety during transportation. Dr. Michael S. Kralik |
| Smart Charger | Smart Charger Base has auto-off at full charge w/ indicator light. |
| Weight: | – 2.55 lbs. (light head only) |
| Dimensions: | – Handle 10.25" |
| Accessories: | Blast Lens |
| Gen 4 Electronics | Higher Efficiency LED electronics from Western Technology |
| Country of Origin: | Designed + Manufactured + Serviced in the USA |
Full Product Description
The SIDEKICK™
Explosion Proof, Portable LED, Cordless, Rechargeable Inspection Work Light
Light up your darkest work sites with the SIDEKICK™— a cordless variation of the proven STRIKER™. The SIDEKICK™ is a portable, explosion proof LED inspection work light. It's powered by our amazing rechargeable lithium-ion WT 8910 BATTERY, which connects to the light head using Western Technology's patented contact mechanism (Patent No.: US-11469546-B2).
The SIDEKICK™ is perfect for hand-held inspection use in hazardous locations and confined spaces.
The SIDEKICK™ is certified and approved for hazardous locations (HazLoc):
- Class I, Div 1 & 2, Groups C & D;
- Class II, Div 1 & 2, Groups E, F, & G
- CSA Zones 1 & 2; Zones 20,21 & 22
- Portable Luminaire (UL 153)
- Wet Location
- Low Voltage (LVLE)
Part of our GREEN LIGHTS™ Portable LED Explosion Proof Safety Lights!
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Designed + Manufactured + Serviced in the USA
*Equipment specifications, options & availability subject to change.
(Last update: June 30, 2026)
ACCESSORIES & PARTS
#8100 DIFFUSER
Diffuser comes standard with every STRIKER™ Light System
#8100-3 HOOK-R1
Drop Hook Mount for the 8100 STRIKER™
#8100 BUMPER LENS
Replaceable Halo (polyurethane bumper) for the STRIKER™
GLOW-in-the-DARK BUMPER
Optional Glow-in-the-Dark Bumpers for the SIDEKICK™, STRIKER™, and STRIKE FORCE™
#3112HC-LED
Low Profile Stanchion for Blast Hoses
#8109B BLAST LENSE
12 pack of STRIKER™ (8100) Secondary Blast Lens
SMART CHARGER BASE
With Indicator Light Rings (Green=Charged / Red=Needs Charge). Up to 40 chargers can be linked together to charge multiple batteries at once.
#8100/8910 WT BATTERY
Explosion Proof, Rechargeable Li-on Battery for the SIDEKICK™ or BODYLight™.
#8910 DUAL BATTERY BELT PACK
2 Battery Belt pack (manifold) for the SIDEKICK™ and BODYLight™
#9610BAG
Overspray Protection Bags (Box of 50)
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