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Construction Light

A Construction Light is an electrical utility item in DayZ used to provide strong lighting around a base, camp, or work area. It needs a power source such as a Power Generator, Cable Reel setup, or a battery with Metal Wire.

Quick item summary

TypeEquipment / Electrical Utility
Main useProvide strong powered lighting
Power sourcePower Generator, Cable Reel, battery with Metal Wire
Direct generator rangeUp to 5 meters
Repair withElectronic Repair Kit

Quick answer

The Construction Light is a portable powered light source used for base lighting and utility setups. It can connect directly to a Power Generator within a short range, or it can be powered farther away through a Cable Reel. It can also be powered for a limited time with a battery and Metal Wire.

In-game description

“Generates strong light, but consumes a lot of power.”

Main Uses

How to use this item

Connect to a Power Generator

A Construction Light can connect directly to a Power Generator if it is close enough.

  1. Place or hold the Construction Light near the Power Generator.
  2. Look at the Power Generator while holding the light.
  3. Use the connect option when it appears.
  4. Place the Construction Light where you want it.
  5. Turn on the generator.
  6. Turn on the Construction Light.
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Extend range with a Cable Reel

If the light is too far from the generator, use a Cable Reel to extend the power range.

  1. Connect a Cable Reel to the Power Generator.
  2. Place the Cable Reel toward the area you want to light.
  3. Connect the Construction Light to the Cable Reel.
  4. Turn on the generator.
  5. Turn on the light.
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Power with a battery

A Construction Light can be powered with a Car Battery or Truck Battery when connected properly with Metal Wire.

  1. Attach Metal Wire to a Car Battery or Truck Battery.
  2. Connect the Construction Light to the battery setup.
  3. Use it for quieter temporary lighting when you do not want generator noise.
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Reposition the light

The handle is used to place or reposition the Construction Light.

  1. Interact with the handle.
  2. Move or reposition the Construction Light.
  3. Place it where the light coverage is useful.

Repair the Construction Light

If the Construction Light is damaged, repair it with an Electronic Repair Kit.

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How to get Construction Light

  • Search work-type loot areas.
  • Check garages, workshops, sheds, warehouses, and industrial buildings.
  • Look around construction or utility-themed areas.
  • Take one from abandoned bases, camps, or other players when safe.

Spawn info

Work
  • • Construction Lights are found in work-type loot areas.
  • • They need a power source before they can be used.
  • • They are most useful when paired with a Power Generator and Cable Reel.

Important notes

  • The Construction Light produces strong light but uses a lot of power.
  • It needs a power source to work.
  • It can connect directly to a Power Generator up to about 5 meters away.
  • Use a Cable Reel if you need to place the light farther from the generator.
  • A Car Battery or Truck Battery with Metal Wire can power it for quieter temporary lighting.
  • The handle is used to place or reposition the light.
  • If the wire appears rolled up during placement, it may be too far from the power source.
  • It takes 21 inventory slots and weighs 2 kg.
  • It can be repaired with an Electronic Repair Kit.