Features
- Provides bright area illumination
- Four‑prong base for added stability
- Intended for crawl spaces, small rooms, and general area lighting
- Includes one replacement bulb
Specifications
| Wattage | 13 W |
| Type | Fluorescent bulb |
| Base | 4‑prong |
| Compatibility | Designed to replace bulbs used in DC527 and DC528 cordless area lights |
| Package Contents | 1 bulb |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty; 1 Year Free Service; 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed |
Replacement 13-watt fluorescent bulb for cordless area lights. Provides general area illumination suitable for crawl spaces, small rooms, and similar spaces. The bulb uses a four‑prong base to improve stability when installed.
Project Ideas
Business
Jobsite Light Rental & Swap
Rent DC527/DC528 cordless area lights with spare 13W 4‑prong bulbs to contractors and home pros. Offer a rapid on‑site bulb swap and battery check to eliminate downtime. Bill weekly with optional damage waiver, and include proper recycling of spent fluorescent bulbs.
Refurbish & Resell Kits
Source used DC527/DC528 units, deep‑clean them, install new 13W replacement bulbs, test output, and bundle with chargers and diffusers. Sell as budget‑friendly jobsite lighting kits online, with a basic functional guarantee and a discounted add‑on for extra bulbs.
Property Manager Maintenance Rounds
Offer quarterly crawlspace/utility room lighting checks for apartment complexes and commercial buildings. Replace any dim or failed 13W bulbs in compatible area lights, clean housings, label dates, and track inventory. Provide a compliance report and handle mercury‑safe recycling.
Emergency Outage Kits for SMBs
Assemble branded emergency lighting kits for small businesses: two cordless area lights with 13W bulbs installed, spare bulbs, charged batteries, reflective markers, and quick‑start cards. Include an annual subscription for testing, battery cycling, and bulb replacement.
DC52x Accessories Micro‑Store
Design and sell niche accessories for DC527/DC528 lights—tripod adapter plates, diffuser hoods, hanging cages, and crawlspace sleds—plus bundled 13W replacement bulbs. Market to inspectors, HVAC techs, and remodelers; offer bulk discounts and custom logo engraving.
Creative
Clip‑On Softbox Sleeve
Sew or 3D‑print a quick‑attach diffuser sleeve for a DC527/DC528 area light that uses the 13W 4‑prong bulb. Use heat‑resistant, translucent fabric (ripstop nylon or silicone‑coated fiberglass) and a vented frame so the light stays cool. The result is a soft, shadow‑free light for finish work, touch‑up painting, or small product photography.
Tripod Adapter Plate
Fabricate a lightweight adapter plate with a 1/4‑20 insert to mount your compatible area light onto a camera tripod. Add an adjustable tilt bracket so you can aim the 13W fluorescent’s broad beam for inspection, drywall work, or videography when you need steady, hands‑free illumination.
Crawlspace Sled
Build a low‑friction plastic sled with side bumpers and a pull cord to carry the DC527/DC528 through crawl spaces. The sled protects the housing and lets the 13W bulb cast consistent light as you move. Add a tool caddy and reflective tape so it’s easy to spot and retrieve.
Hanging Lantern Cage
Weld or 3D‑print a protective cage with an integrated hook/carabiner to hang the compatible area light overhead in closets, attics, or tents. The cage prevents knocks while allowing airflow around the fluorescent bulb, turning it into a rugged lantern for temporary setups.
Fold‑Flat Mini Lightbox
Create a collapsible inspection lightbox from foam board or corrugated plastic with diffusing film on two sides. Place the DC527/DC528 inside (bulb installed) to get even, glare‑free light for color matching stains, checking finishes, or photographing small crafts. Design ventilation slots to maintain airflow.