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 The White Navigation Light with a 135° white plastic cover is crucial for indicating a boat's position, ensuring safety on the water. It is designed for boats up to 12 meters, has a diameter of ø22 to 35 mm, and weighs 0.09 kg, branded by Trem.
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€ 8,34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Green Navigation Light enhances vessel visibility, especially at night, and is suitable for boats up to 12 meters. It weighs 0.09 kg and is branded by Trem, ensuring compliance as a starboard light.
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€ 8,34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Red Navigation Light with a white plastic cover is essential for safe boating, offering a visibility angle of 225° and compliance with maritime regulations. It is designed for boats up to 12 meters, features a protection index of IP54, and weighs 0.09 kg, branded by Trem.
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€ 8,34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Navigation Light 225° with Halogen Deck Light 12v 10w is crucial for safe boating, providing a clear signal for vessels up to 12 meters in length. It weighs 0.22 kg and features a masthead fitting, branded by Trem.
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€ 40,80
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11819 Stern Navigation Light is a reliable and durable lighting solution for boats. Crafted with non-magnetic and seawater-resistant materials, this navigation light features a vertically hanging bulb for easy replacement. The upper placement of contacts prevents corrosion, and the UV and impact-resistant black plastic housing ensures longevity. With a protection rating of IP55, a visibility of 2 nautical miles, and compliance with CE regulations, this stern light, suitable for boats under 20 feet, provides safety and efficiency on the water.
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€ 92,07
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11821 - Starboard Navigation Light 2NM is a non-magnetic and seawater resistant navigation light. It features a vertically hanging bulb for easy replacement and has a black UV and impact resistant plastic housing and lens. With a protection rating of IP55 and a visibility of 2 MN, this green-colored light is perfect for marine applications.
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€ 80,73
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11823 Navigation Light is a top-notch maritime solution, meticulously designed to be non-magnetic and resistant to seawater, ensuring optimal performance in marine environments. Its key features include a robust non-magnetic construction and seawater-resistant properties, making it a reliable choice for navigation in diverse maritime conditions. Crafted with durability in mind, this navigation light guarantees visibility and safety, whether navigating coastal waters or offshore. Trust in the Plastimo 11823 for a high-quality, long-lasting solution to meet your marine navigation needs.
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€ 80,73
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11828 is a durable 360° white mooring navigation light designed for maritime use, boasting a visibility range of 2 nautical miles. Ideal for both mooring and navigation purposes, its high-quality construction ensures reliability in various weather conditions. With compliance to maritime regulations, this light enhances safety for vessels, providing essential illumination whether securing in a marina or navigating waterways.
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€ 97,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11829 - 360° Red Signalling Navigation Light 2NM is a non-magnetic and seawater resistant light with a vertically hanging bulb for easy replacement. Its black UV and impact resistant housing and lens provide durability, and the upper contacts prevent corrosion. With a 360° angle and red lighting color, this navigation light offers a visibility of 2 MN. It operates at 12V with a power of 25W and is designed as an all-round lamp. Complying with CE standards, it is a reliable choice for marine navigation.
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€ 97,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11832 - 360° Green Signalling Navigation Light is a reliable and essential marine navigation solution. Designed to meet the highest safety standards, this signaling light ensures optimal visibility with its 360° green illumination. Manufactured by Plastimo, the model 11832 is ideal for maritime environments, providing a robust and compliant option for vessels. With its classification as 2 MN (Mile Nautical), this navigation light is a key component in enhancing the safety of your boat, making it easily identifiable in diverse marine conditions.
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€ 77,03
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1-2 weeks delivery time Non-magnetic and seawater resistant, the Plastimo 11833 Tricolour Navigation Light 2NM is a durable and reliable lighting solution for boats. Its vertically hanging bulb allows for easy replacement, and the upper contacts prevent corrosion. With a black UV and impact resistant housing, this large model provides a visibility range of 2 NM and consumes 3.24 A of power. The tricolour light emits red, green, and white colors, making it suitable for boats with a length of less than 20 m. Compliant with WHEELMARK 60427/A0 MED and featuring a protection rating of IP55, this navigation light ensures safe and efficient navigation.
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€ 97,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 11835 is a reliable maritime navigation light, featuring tri-colour functionality and a 360° white light for comprehensive visibility. Designed for safety at sea, this versatile light ensures optimal illumination in various conditions, with a 2 nautical mile visibility range. Whether sailing during the day or night, the Plastimo 11835 enhances navigational awareness, making it an essential accessory for maritime enthusiasts.
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€ 228,75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 17508 Stern Light is a reliable solution for illuminating the stern of your vessel. With a length of 254 mm, this pole-mounted light is designed for easy installation and durability. Its high-quality construction ensures safe navigation during low-light conditions, making it an essential addition to your boating equipment. Trust in the Plastimo 17508 for a dependable and effective stern lighting solution.
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€ 52,38
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Plastimo 28037 - Set Of 3 Lights With Integrated Reflector (Port, Starboard & Stern), White, Battery
1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 28037 set comprises three marine lights with integrated reflectors, designed for optimal visibility and safety on the water. The set includes port and starboard lights for the sides of the vessel, as well as a stern light for the back. With a clean white color, these battery-powered lights ensure reliable illumination, making them suitable for diverse marine applications.
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€ 27,76
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 28038 White Sternlight is a compact and reliable navigation light designed for enhanced safety during nighttime or low-light conditions on your vessel. With its integrated reflector, this sternlight ensures improved visibility by efficiently reflecting light in multiple directions. The sleek and unobtrusive design, coupled with its durable construction, makes it an ideal choice for boats of various sizes. Complying with navigation regulations, this sternlight adds a touch of classic aesthetics while providing peace of mind for a safer maritime experience, especially in busy waterways or open seas. Upgrade your boat's lighting with the Plastimo 28038 for a combination of efficiency, durability, and style.
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€ 8,28
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1-2 weeks delivery time Introducing the Plastimo 28039, a reliable red port light featuring an integrated reflector for enhanced visibility. This nautical essential operates seamlessly on 1.5V power, ensuring optimal performance. Ideal for maritime applications, the Plastimo 28039 combines durability with practicality to meet your navigation needs.
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€ 8,23
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 28040 Green Starboard Light is a reliable marine navigation solution with an integrated reflector for enhanced visibility. Designed for durability, this green starboard light operates at 1.5V and meets high-quality standards, making it perfect for boats and marine vessels. Ensure a safe and well-lit journey on the water with the Plastimo 28040, providing reliable lighting to meet the demands of marine environments.
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€ 8,96
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 28041 White Masthead Light is a reliable lighting solution designed for enhanced visibility and safety. With its sleek white design and additional features like REF 225 compatibility and battery-powered operation, this masthead light ensures optimal performance. Illuminate your surroundings with confidence, knowing that the Plastimo 28041 is a quality choice for marine lighting needs.
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€ 8,86
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 28042 Anchor Light is a reliable and durable marine lighting solution, providing a white light with 360° visibility and an integrated reflector for enhanced safety. This anchor light ensures a well-lit environment on your boat, making it a crucial accessory for maritime activities.
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€ 7,70
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 35731 Stern Light is a stainless steel pole-mounted lighting solution designed for marine applications. With a height of 609mm and a visibility range of 2 nautical miles, this bright white light ensures that your vessel remains visible and compliant with safety regulations. Its durable construction makes it suitable for use in various weather conditions.
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€ 72,78
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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.