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Portable Work Lights for Rent

United Rentals offers a wide range of portable work lights below, including various types of lights and wattage levels to meet your worksite lighting needs.

For our full list of portable work lights for rent, view the items below. For more information about work lights, visit our resource section.

Flashlight pack shot
Cat Class Code
320-1010

Flashlight Radar Light

Light stand pack shot
Cat Class Code
320-1020

Portable Light Stand, 500W

  • 500 total watts
  • Sturdy light stand
  • 500 total watts
  • Bulbs in a durable enclosure
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-1060

Caged Drop Light, 110V, Electric Powered

  • Durable construction
  • Ideal for temporary indoor or outdoor work lighting
  • Extra long power cord
  • Cage and cord brightly colored
  • Add this work light to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-1061

Caged Drop Light, 120V, Wet Location, Electric Powered

  • 50' electrical cord included
  • Ideal for temporary indoor or outdoor work lighting
  • Extra long power cord up to 100'
  • Cage and cord brightly colored
  • Add this work light to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-1065

Magnetic Base Work Light, 70W, Metal Halide

  • Feed through switch included
  • Metal halide construction for industrial applications
  • Secure to equipment with magnetic base
  • Extra long power cord included
  • Add this work light to your cart now
Worksite explosion-proof LED light
Cat Class Code
320-1067

LED Light, Explosion Proof, Magnetic Base

  • Durable casing for explosion proof bulbs
  • Secure to equipment with magnetic base
  • Extra long power cord
  • Wattage varies according to model
  • Add this work light to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-1070

Portable Light Stand, 2,000W, Quartz

  • 2,000 total watts
  • 4 500-watt quartz light fixtures
  • Sturdy light stand
  • Bulbs in a durable enclosure
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-1150

Portable Light Stand, 1,500W, Metal Halide

  • 4 heavy-duty metal halide lights
  • Sturdy light stand
  • Caster wheels for increased portability
  • 6,000 watts total
  • Add this light tower to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-1200

Portable Light Stand, 2,000W, Metal Halide

  • 2 1,000-watt light fixtures
  • Height adjustable between 5' to 8'
  • 25' power cord
  • Unit weight 42 lbs.
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
Silver Allmand Portalite portable light stand
Cat Class Code
320-2100

Portable Light Stand, 1,000W, Metal Halide

  • 120V electric powered
  • Unit weight 103 lbs.
  • Easy light adjustments
  • Can be broken down to fit into the trunk of a car
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
Silver and red and black WORKSITE Handheld Work Light, 12V, Explosion Proof
Cat Class Code
320-2130

Handheld Work Light, 12V, Explosion Proof

  • Long power cord length
  • Durable dome to protect bulb
  • No inline transformer
  • Portable and lightweight
  • Add this work light to your cart now
Red and silver Worksite Handheld Light, Inline Transformer, Explosion Proof
Cat Class Code
320-2135

Handheld Light, Inline Transformer, Explosion Proof

  • Step down transformer
  • Durable glass dome and cage
  • Long power cord length
  • Portable and lightweight
  • Add this work light to your cart now
Silver Worksite Portable Work Light, 70W, Explosion Proof
Cat Class Code
320-2140

Portable Work Light, 70W, Explosion Proof

  • 70 total watts
  • Sturdy small light stand
  • Bulbs in a tough enclosure
  • Explosion-proof durability
  • Uses: Ideal for lighting small areas on jobsites
  • Add this work light to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-2145

Light Wobble, 175W, Metal Halide

  • 175 total watts metal halide light fixtures
  • 110V for standard outlet operation
  • Shines light in 360 degrees diameter
  • High-impact plastic case
  • Add this light wobble to your cart now
Yellow Southwire Light Wobble, 400W, 110V
Cat Class Code
320-2147

Light Wobble, 400W, 110V, Metal Halide

  • 400 total watts metal halide light fixtures
  • 110V for standard outlet operation
  • Shines light in 360 degrees diameter
  • High-impact plastic case
  • Add this light wobble to your cart now
Silver Worksite LED Light Stand
Cat Class Code
320-2151

LED Light Stand, 1 by 150W, Explosion Proof

  • High efficiency LED bulbs
  • Directional lighting
  • Explosion proof
  • Heavy-duty metal construction
  • Uses: Ideal for lighting a construction jobsite or event at night and adding lighting during a planned shutdown
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
1,000W Portable Light Stand, Quartz
Cat Class Code
320-2160

Portable Light Stand, 1,000W, Quartz

  • 1,000 total watts
  • 2 500-watt quartz light fixtures
  • Sturdy light stand
  • Bulbs in a durable enclosure
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-2170

Portable Light Stand, 1,000W, Halogen

  • 1,000 total watts
  • 2 500-watt halogen light fixtures
  • Sturdy light stand
  • Bulbs in a durable enclosure
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
Red and silver Worksite Drop Light, 110V, Explosion Proof, Electric Powered
Cat Class Code
320-2190

Drop Light, 110V, Explosion Proof, Electric Powered

  • Durable construction designed to not shatter
  • Ideal for temporary indoor or outdoor work lighting
  • Extra long power cord
  • Plugs into a standard outlet
  • Add this work light to your cart now
Black Southwire 50 foot Outdoor Work Light String with yellow cord
Cat Class Code
320-2395

Outdoor Work Light String, 50 ft.

  • Plastic cages included
  • Bright yellow for visibility
  • Ideal for industrial applications
  • Up to 5 light bulb sockets
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
Yellow Southwire Outdoor Work Light String
Cat Class Code
320-2400

Outdoor Work Light String, 100 ft.

  • Plastic cages included
  • Bright yellow for visibility
  • Ideal for industrial applications
  • Up to 10 light bulb sockets
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-2405

Outdoor Work Light String, Heavy Duty, 50 ft.

  • Heavy duty cages included
  • Bright yellow power cord for visibility
  • Ideal for industrial applications
  • Up to 5 light bulb sockets
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
Southwire 50 foot light string with round white lights and a yellow cord
Cat Class Code
320-2407

Light String, 50 ft.

  • Voltage requirements: 12 V
  • Comes with transformer
  • 50' in length
  • Provides a reliable light source
  • Uses: Ideal for illuminating outdoor areas at night or dark interior spaces
  • Add this light string to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-3010

Fluorescent Light, 4 ft., 55W, Explosion Proof

  • Reflectors included for redirection
  • 55 watt bulbs
  • 4' wide
  • Efficient cool white light
  • Add this work light to your cart now
Red and silver Worksite Handheld LED Light, 12V, Explosion Proof, Inline Transformer
Cat Class Code
320-3020

Handheld LED Light, 12V, Explosion Proof, Inline Transformer

  • Step down transformer
  • Durable glass dome and cage
  • Long power cord length
  • Efficient LED light
  • Add this LED work light to your cart now
Worksite Work Light String, 5-Head, 12V, Explosion Proof
Cat Class Code
320-3030

Work Light String, 5-Head, 12V, Explosion Proof

  • Bulb cases included
  • Explosion proof durability
  • Ideal for industrial applications
  • Up to 5 light bulb sockets
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
Worksite Work Light String, 8-Head, 12V, Explosion Proof
Cat Class Code
320-3035

Work Light String, 8-Head, 12V, Explosion Proof

  • Bulb cages included
  • Explosion proof durability
  • Ideal for industrial applications
  • Includes 8 heads+W761
  • Uses: Ideal for work lighting in tunnels or construction sites
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-3040

Outdoor Work Light String, 70W LED, Explosion Proof

  • 70 total watts
  • Up to 6 hand lamps with drop cord
  • Energy efficient bright LED light
  • Explosion proof durability
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
White, orange and black Outdoor Work Light String with 5 heads
Cat Class Code
320-3045

Outdoor Work Light String, 5-Head, Explosion Proof

  • 120V electric powered
  • Up to 5 hand lamps with drop cord
  • Up to 100' power cord
  • Explosion proof durability
  • Add this work light string to your cart now
300W Portable Light Stand, Explosion Proof
Cat Class Code
320-3115

Portable Light Stand, 300W, Explosion Proof

  • 300 total watts
  • 1-2 light fixtures depending on model
  • Sturdy light stand
  • Bulbs in a durable enclosure
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
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Cat Class Code
320-3120

Portable Light Stand, 400W, Explosion Proof

  • Durable casing for explosion proof bulbs
  • Sturdy light stand
  • 400 total watts
  • Efficient cool white light
  • Add this light stand to your cart now
Cat Class Code
320-5245

Vapor Proof Drop Lights, 50 ft., 110V

  • 50' in length
  • Silent operation
  • Easy to transport and set up
  • Vapor-proof design ensures the light stays on even in wet environments
  • Uses: Ideal for lighting applications in damp or wet environments
  • Add this drop light to your cart now
Silver Multiquip Diffuser Balloon Light With Stand
Cat Class Code
555-1056

Diffuser Balloon Light With Stand, 400W, 360 degrees

  • Single 400 watt lamp (34,000 lumens)
  • 360-degree glare-free lighting
  • Air-assist mast-lowering system protects light bulb
  • Quick and easy setup; balloon inflates in less than 30 seconds
  • Add this diffuser balloon light with stand to your cart
Multiquip 1,000 watt balloon light stand
Cat Class Code
555-1059

Balloon Light Stand, 1,000W

  • Produce bright light without harsh glare or shadows
  • Extendable stand up to 13'
  • Self-inflating balloon
  • Emission-free electric operation
  • Add this industrial light stand to your cart now
Multiquip Diffuser Balloon Light With a Stand and an LED Lamp
Cat Class Code
555-1061

Diffuser Balloon Light With Stand, LED Lamp

  • Diffuser is constructed of heat- and water-resistant UV-protected nylon
  • 360-degree glare-free lighting
  • Air-assist mast-lowering system protects light bulb
  • Quick and easy setup; balloon inflates in less than 30 seconds
  • Add this diffuser balloon light with stand to your cart
Balloon Light Stand with Cart
Cat Class Code
555-1062

Balloon Light Stand with Cart, 1,000-1,600W

  • Produce bright light without harsh glare or shadows
  • Extendable stand up to 13'
  • Mounted to cart for transport
  • Emission-free electric operation
  • Add this industrial light stand to your cart now
Multiquip Balloon Light Diffuser
Cat Class Code
555-1063

Balloon Light Diffuser

  • 360-degree glare-free lighting
  • Frequency at 50-60 hz
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Balloon washable and weather resistant
  • Uses: Ideal for smaller jobsites requiring multidirectional lighting
  • Add this balloon light diffuser to your cart now
Resources

FAQs About Portable Work Lights

At United Rentals, we carry options for portable LED work string lights, balloon lights, magnetic lights, light stands, drop lights and hand lamps. We also have additional light accessories. Our lights can be mounted on a stand-alone base and are easily transportable. United Rentals is the best choice for your lighting needs, with options to suit multiple jobsite environments and specific task requirements. Learn more about our selection of work lights in our FAQ section below.

FAQs
Which type of portable light is best for my work?

This depends mostly on the type of jobsite you’re working on, how much luminescent power is required, and whether your lighting needs to be easily moveable. Handlamps, balloon lights, drop lights and even magnetic lights can all be great choices for construction work. We encourage you to consult with your site manager to determine which source of lighting best suits your needs.

Do you need a new transformer for LED lights?

All LED work lights need a transformer. However, depending on the type of bulb, the transformer could be built into the bulb or located externally. LED transformers are used for controlling a greater flow of electricity, which could apply to large-scale LED projects. If you have any questions concerning your portable work light needs, United Rentals experts are here to answer any questions you have and provide solutions.

How many watts should an outside light be?

For outside lighting purposes, 80 watts and lower is ideal. However, for worksite lighting needs, more wattage might be necessary. United Rentals offers portable work lights that range from 40 watts to 2,000 watts.