Boat navigation lights are essential safety features required on all watercraft to ensure visibility and communicate the vessel's status and direction to other boats, especially from sunset to sunrise and during poor visibility conditions. These lights include bow lights, stern lights, and sometimes all-round lights, depending on the size and type of vessel. Bow lights are bi-color, displaying green on the starboard side and red on the port side, helping indicate the direction the vessel is facing. Stern lights are white and visible across a 135-degree range directly behind the boat. All-round lights, visible across 360 degrees, are used in various configurations depending on the boat's operation and can serve as an anchor light when illuminated alone.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Hollex navigation lighting offers high-quality 12V navigation lamps designed for optimal safety while boating, featuring a sleek white plastic fixture with clear glass for bright, lasting illumination. With a protection class of IP54, these durable halogen lights come in various configurations to meet maritime needs and comply with all regulations. The compact design (58mm width, 73mm height) ensures easy installation, making them an essential addition to any boating setup.
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€ 18,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Navigation Lighting TG-02007 is a high-quality 12V navigation lamp designed for maritime safety and visibility. With an IP54 protection class, it features a black fixture and both red and green glass colors, offering a beam angle of 112.5 degrees. This durable halogen light is crafted from plastic and measures 58mm in width and 73mm in height. Engineered for reliability and compliance with maritime regulations, it provides bright, effective lighting while ensuring easy installation, making it an essential accessory for any boat.
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€ 21,76
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex TG-02011 navigation light is a high-quality 12V lamp designed for maritime use, ensuring safety and visibility on the water. With a black fixture and clear glass, it features a beam angle of 112.5°, an IP54 protection class, and utilizes a halogen light source. Measuring 58mm in width and 73mm in height, this durable plastic lamp complies with maritime regulations and offers a bright white light, making it an essential addition to any boating equipment.
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€ 18,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Anchor Light is a 60cm LED top light designed for boats, featuring a retractable stainless steel construction and 360° lighting for maximum visibility and safety. With a durable design that meets maritime regulations, this reliable light operates on 12V DC and is an essential addition to any boating equipment.
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€ 79,77
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Bi-colour Navigation Light (Product Number: 0810) is a crucial maritime accessory designed for visibility and safety, featuring a black UV-resistant plastic housing and a coloured glass with a white light that reaches up to 2 nautical miles. This light operates on a 12 V DC halogen power source, with a power rating of 25 W, and has an IP55 protection class, making it suitable for various marine conditions. Measuring 107 mm in width, 90 mm in depth, and 108 mm in height, it is sold as a single piece by the Hella brand.
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€ 70,58
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Three-Color Lantern is an ideal lighting solution for sailboats, ensuring visibility and safety on the water. Designed specifically for sail yachts, this versatile lantern features an anchor light and comes in a durable black plastic fixture with colored glass options—green, red, and white—providing reliable navigation lighting. It has a light range of 2 nautical miles, operates on 12V DC power with a halogen light source, and is IP55 rated for protection against dust and water, making it a resilient choice for mariners.
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€ 74,47
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Three-Color Lantern with Anchor Light is a crucial navigation aid that ensures visibility and safety on the water, suitable for various vessels. It features three light colors (green, red, and white), a UV-resistant plastic construction, and is designed for optimal performance with a power output of 25W at 12V. With an IP55 protection class and a light range of 2 nautical miles, this lantern is part of Hella's extensive range of navigation and signal lanterns, catering to the needs of different types of boats.
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€ 175,38
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella NaviLED 360 Anchor Light is a durable and efficient marine lighting solution designed for safety on the water. Offering a 360° fixed white light with a range of 2 nautical miles, this surface-mounted LED light is constructed from UV-resistant plastic and has an IP67 protection class. It is certified by IMO, USCG, RINA, and ABYC C-5, making it a reliable choice for vessels. With a height of 200mm and a diameter of 60mm, it operates at both 12V and 24V and consumes just 1 watt of power.
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€ 139,82
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella NaviLED 360 Anchor Light is a robust and efficient maritime lighting solution, featuring a stylish black finish and offering a 360° beam angle with a light range of 2 nautical miles. Designed for surface mounting, it has a protection class of IP67 and is made from UV-resistant plastic. This LED light operates on 12V/24V and consumes only 1 watt of power, meeting various certifications including IMO, USCG, RINA, and ABYC C-5. Its clear glass emits white light, making it both functional and safe for boating activities.
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€ 153,30
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Signal Light Green 0805 is a durable and reliable lighting solution, featuring a vibrant green light suitable for various signaling applications. With a robust black housing, UV-resistant plastic construction, and an IP55 protection class, this signal light has a diameter of 88 mm and a height of 107 mm. It operates on 12V DC and uses a 25W halogen light source, providing a light range of 2 nautical miles. The product is sold individually and carries an EAN code of 9002920131599.
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€ 74,47
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Signal Light Red 0804 is a durable and high-quality lighting solution designed for optimal visibility in various environments. With a robust design, it features a bright red halogen light, operates on 12V DC, consumes 25W, and has an IP55 protection class. The fixture, measuring 88mm in diameter and 107mm in height, is made from UV-resistant black plastic, making it suitable for multiple applications.
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€ 74,47
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Signal Light (Product Number: 0813) is a reliable and high-quality illumination solution, featuring a robust white plastic housing and clear glass. Designed for various applications, it boasts an IP55 protection class and operates on a 12V DC halogen light source with a power output of 10W, providing a light range of 2 Nm. Measuring 88mm in diameter and 107mm in height, this UV-resistant fixture is sold as a single piece and is part of the 2984 series, making it a versatile choice for effective signaling.
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€ 87,06
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hella Signal Light Black 0803 is a reliable illumination option, ensuring clear visibility in various conditions with its robust design and quality materials. It features a product number of 0803, an IP55 protection class, and is made from UV-resistant plastic. With a diameter of 88 mm and a height of 107 mm, this light operates on 12V with a power output of 10W, utilizing a halogen light source. It is suitable for both professional and personal use.
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€ 74,47
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Top Light LED 230mm Foldable Black EP-9041B is a versatile and efficient lighting solution that combines a sleek design with powerful functionality. This black fixture features a clear glass and emits white light, operating on 12V DC. With a product length of 230mm, it is perfect for various settings and comes from the White Label brand.
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€ 28,42
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Top Light LED with an adjustable base is a versatile lighting solution designed for both home and office environments. It allows you to customize the height from 600mm to 1200mm, providing flexibility in illumination. Featuring a sleek black fixture with clear glass, this LED light operates on 12V DC voltage and emits white light, making it a stylish and practical addition to any space. The product number is EP-9051AL, with an EAN code of 4710587826592.
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€ 49,14
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The ITC Starboard Light is a reliable marine lighting solution made of stainless steel, designed to enhance visibility and safety on the water. With a light range of 1 nautical mile, it measures 56 mm in width, 38 mm in height, and 85 mm in length, operating at 12V DC. This fixture is sold as a single piece and is identified by the product number 81633SS-G.
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€ 44,35
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Mounting Foot 2-Pole, product number EP-9061SS from White Label, is designed to securely hold navigation lights in marine environments. Made of durable stainless steel, this reliable fixture comes as a single piece and has an EAN code of 4710587827179.
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€ 21,30
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Navigation Lighting LED 2 Colors Stainless Steel EP-9021SS features a modern stainless steel design with efficient LED technology, offering white light illumination. It measures 77mm in width, 34mm in height, and 92mm in length, operates on 12V VDC, and has a light range of 1 Nm. Ideal for various applications, it comes as a single unit under the White Label brand.
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€ 42,61
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Navigation Lighting LED Set Starboard/Port Stainless Steel EP-9011SS offers reliable visibility and durability for marine navigation. With a sleek stainless steel fixture and clear glass, it features white, red, and green light colors, a light range of 1 nautical mile, and operates on 12V DC. Ideal for enhancing safety on the water, this set is sold as a single piece under the White Label brand.
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€ 62,36
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The LED Navigation Lights Set is designed for optimal visibility on the water, featuring durable stainless steel construction with bright white, red, and green lights. It includes one piece per unit, with a voltage of 12V DC and an LED light source, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations. The product dimensions are 77mm in width, 34mm in height, and 92mm in length, providing a light range of 1 nautical mile.
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€ 62,36
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What are the benefits of using LED Boat Navigation Light over traditional bulb lights for marine navigation lights?
LED lights offer several benefits over traditional bulb lights for marine navigation, enhancing both efficiency and safety on the water. First, LED boat lights consume significantly less power, which is crucial for maintaining battery life during long outings or overnight trips on vessels like fishing boats, pontoons, and yachts. They also have a much longer lifespan, reducing the frequency of replacements and offering greater reliability, which is essential under the stringent USCG requirements for visibility and durability. Additionally, LED lights provide brighter and clearer illumination, ensuring that they meet the 2nm to 3nm visibility standards required for marine navigation. This makes them an ideal choice for all types of marine vessels, from small kayaks to larger power boats, where consistent, dependable lighting is critical.
Further enhancing their application, LED Boat Navigation Lights such as bow and stern lights are now standard on modern vessels, including pontoon fishing boats and yachts. These LED fixtures offer specialized solutions like the bi-color bow lights for enhanced directional awareness and fold-down stern lights that are crucial for conforming with navigation standards while anchored. The durability and water resistance of these lights are assured through features like IP67 waterproofing and robust housings, making them suitable for varying marine conditions. Additionally, the easy installation and maintenance of flush-mount and deck-mount options ensure that upgrading to LED systems is straightforward. These improvements in LED technology underscore their growing indispensability in marine navigation, providing reliable and efficient lighting solutions that cater to the diverse needs of all marine vessels from bass boats to luxury yachts.
What are the specific led navigation lights for boats requirements for boats operating in both fresh and saltwater environments?
The specific navigation light requirements for boats operating in both fresh and saltwater environments are governed by regulations to ensure visibility and safety. Vessels are required to have various navigation lights including a masthead light, stern light, and, for vessels over 12 meters, sidelights and potentially an all-round light. These lights must be visible at a minimum distance of 2 nautical miles for vessels under 12 meters, and 3 nautical miles for vessels over 12 meters. LED options offer enhanced durability with IP67 waterproof ratings, ensuring they withstand the corrosive nature of saltwater and perform reliably in freshwater. The use of red and green marine navigation lights (bi-color light) on the bow and white lights at the stern is standard, helping to indicate the direction of the boat to other vessels to prevent collisions.
In addition to the standard marine boat navigation lights required by regulations, many boaters enhance visibility and safety with advanced LED marine lighting options designed specifically for marine environments. These include super bright LED boat bow navigation lights and boat stern light lights, fold-down LED stern anchor lights for easy storage, and all-around lights with adjustable height features, suitable for pontoons, fishing boats, and yachts. High-quality products from brands like Pactrade Marine and Five Oceans offer lights with IP67 waterproof ratings and robust stainless steel or zamak finishes to resist harsh marine conditions. For boats operating in areas requiring intense illumination, adding deck-mounted flush lights or portable clamp-on models ensures compliance and increases safety during night navigation, suitable for vessels traveling on both freshwater and saltwater.
What are the advantages of using all-round boat lights on small boats and kayaks for 360-degree visibility?
All-round boat lights provide crucial advantages for small boats and kayaks, ensuring 360-degree visibility which is vital for safe navigation, particularly in congested or low-light conditions. These lights help other vessels clearly see the boat from any direction, significantly reducing the risk of collisions. Being typically LED, these lights are energy-efficient and durable, offering long-lasting visibility without frequent replacements. Furthermore, many all-round lights are designed to be waterproof (often IP67), which ensures they perform reliably in marine environments, protecting against water ingress even when subjected to splashing or rain. This makes them an essential safety feature for any small watercraft, from pontoon boats to leisure kayaks.
For enhanced safety and compliance with maritime regulations, many boaters upgrade their vessel’s lighting with LED navigation lights that offer both functional and aesthetic benefits. Products such as the DC 12V young marine LED boat lights bow and stern anchor lights are specifically designed for pontoon and fishing boats, ensuring visibility up to the required nautical miles with energy-efficient, IP67 waterproof ratings. These versatile lights come with features like a swivel cover and are often height-adjustable from 26-42 inches, suitable for varying vessel sizes. Additionally, flush mount lights and deck-mounted stern lights, available in durable stainless steel housing with a plated silver finish, provide robust options for harsh marine conditions, ensuring that boats remain visible and safe in both fresh and saltwater environments.