Phillips 53B2 Clock Light

Reliable Clock Light for Classic and Modern Vehicles

The Phillips 53B2 clock light provides consistent illumination for your vehicle's instrumentation panel. Designed to meet the electrical and lighting needs of various makes and models, this incandescent mini bulb ensures clear visibility of your dashboard clock.

• Brand: Phillips
• Brand Line: Standard - Twin Blister Pack
• Part Number: 53B2
• Bulb Type: Standard mini bulb with Ba9s base
• Voltage: 14.4 volts
• Wattage: 1.73 watts
• Bulb Diameter: 0.43 inches
• Length: 0.94 inches
• Bulb Color and Finish: Clear glass
• Filament Type: C-2v, single filament
• Amperage Rating: 0.12 amps
• Bulb Technology: Incandescent

About the Standard - Twin Blister Pack Product Line

The Phillips Standard - Twin Blister Pack line offers dependable lighting solutions for automotive instrumentation. This product line focuses on providing standard incandescent bulbs that meet common voltage and size requirements, making them suitable replacements for a wide range of vehicles. The twin blister packaging ensures you have a spare bulb on hand for maintenance or unexpected replacements.

Detailed Product Description

The Phillips 53B2 clock light is engineered with a clear glass bulb and a Ba9s base, a common fitting for many automotive instrument panels. Operating at 14.4 volts and drawing 0.12 amps, this incandescent bulb delivers a steady 1.73-watt output, ideal for illuminating clock displays without causing glare or excessive heat. Its compact size, with a diameter of 0.43 inches and length of 0.94 inches, allows for easy installation in tight dashboard spaces. The single filament design ensures reliable performance and longevity under normal operating conditions.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

• Compatible with Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Mercury, Mitsubishi, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, Pontiac, and Saab vehicles
• Fits models such as Buick LeSabre, Chevrolet Impala, Ford F-100, Jeep Cherokee, Pontiac Grand Prix, and many others
• Ideal for clock light replacement in instrument clusters of classic and late-model cars and trucks

Common Issues Addressed by the 53B2 Clock Light

• Dim or burnt-out clock illumination affecting dashboard visibility
• Flickering or inconsistent instrument panel lighting
• Replacement of non-functioning incandescent bulbs in older vehicles
• Restoration of original factory lighting appearance in classic cars
• Ensuring proper voltage and amperage compatibility for instrument lighting

Installation Notes and Tips

• Ensure the vehicle ignition is off before replacing the bulb
• Carefully remove the instrument cluster or access panel to reach the clock light socket
• Match the Ba9s base type to the socket for proper fitment
• Handle the glass bulb with care to avoid damage or contamination
• Test the bulb after installation to confirm proper illumination

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Phillips maintains strict quality control standards for the 53B2 clock light, ensuring consistent electrical performance and durability. While this product is not DOT approved, it meets the specifications required for instrument panel lighting in compatible vehicles. Warranty information is subject to the original manufacturer’s terms and conditions.