# IR3 LED C1D2 Land Rig Lighting, West Texas | Maes Lighting

> Case study: an IR3 Class I Division 2 linear LED upgrade improved lighting uniformity and safety on land rig platforms in West Texas oil operations.

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Project field note

# IR3 LED C1D2 Linear Upgrade for Land Rig Platforms

IR3 C1D2 linear upgrade improved uniformity and safety on land rig platforms in West Texas.

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## Related Products, IR3 C1D2 Land Rig Lighting

Fixture families specified for this project. Open a category page for the full lineup and configuration data.

IR3 Hazardous Location Linear LED, C1D2

Sealed linear for platforms and walk paths, low glare optics, vibration ready hardware.

IR4 Explosion Proof Linear LED, C1D1

Use in higher risk zones with correct T codes, corrosion resistant construction.

EXA Class I Division 2 LED Flood

Targeted floods for gauges and panels, controlled glare, durable mounting options.

Project brief

We upgraded a land rig with hazardous rated linear lighting, tuned optics for platforms and walk paths, and sealed vibration prone connections. The retrofit delivers cleaner visibility around equipment, safer access on stairs, and lower maintenance. Uniform light reduces shadows at controls and improves crew confidence during nighttime operations.

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## Project Overview, IR3 LED C1D2 Land Rig Lighting, West Texas

We standardized the land rig on IR3 hazardous rated linears, tuning optics for platforms, stairs, and walk paths. Sealed connections and vibration resistant hardware improved reliability, while consistent distribution cut shadows at controls and supported safer nighttime operations across the site.

Primary product: IR3 Hazardous Location Linear LED

The relight targeted safer movement on platforms and stairs, cleaner visibility at controls, and lower service load.

Uniformity: Even distribution on walk paths and work decks, fewer shadow pockets around equipment.

Maintenance: Sealed hardware and solid state drivers reduced field failures and service trips.

Safety and workflow: Better contrast at gauges and access points improved night operations and inspection speed.

Fixtures selected to meet hazardous location needs, vibration, and outdoor exposure.

UL844 compliant components for Class I Division 2 gas vapors.

Correct T code selection for rig platforms and walk paths.

Sealed entries and gasketed housings for dust and moisture.

Vibration resistant hardware and corrosion minded fasteners throughout.

Common questions

## Frequently asked questions

These answers clarify the selection process without replacing project-specific documentation.

**What did the land rig upgrade involve?**

The rig was standardized on IR3 hazardous-rated linears with optics tuned for platforms, stairs and walk paths, plus sealed, vibration-resistant connections.

**Why does vibration resistance matter on a rig?**

Vibration-prone connections are a common failure point; sealing them and using vibration-ready hardware improved reliability across the site.

**What was the safety outcome?**

Uniform light cut shadows at controls and supported safer access and nighttime operations.

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