Marine Grade Lighting: Engineered for Corrosive Environments

It is not recommended. Standard outdoor lights often use materials like 304 stainless steel, aluminum, or powder-coated steel that will corrode and fail quickly when exposed to salt air. Investing in a proper marine grade light prevents premature failure, safety hazards, and costly replacements.

"Marine grade" signifies the fixture is built with corrosion-resistant materials and protective finishes to withstand a harsh marine environment. It is suitable for areas near water, like docks, commercial coastal buildings, offshore platforms, and fishing and aquaculture facilities.

LEDs are ideal for several reasons:

• Durability: Solid-state construction is highly resistant to vibration from waves and boats.
• Efficiency: Lower power consumption is critical for locations where energy costs are high or power sources may be limited.
• Long Lifespan: Reducing maintenance on hard-to-reach pilings or fixtures is a major advantage.
• Cool Operation: Less heat reduces potential issues with surrounding materials and fixtures.

IP (Ingress Protection) Rating defines a light's protection against solids and liquids. The first digit is for dust (6 is dust-tight); the second is for water.

• IP65: Protected against low-pressure water jets. Good for general areas.
• IP66: Protected against powerful water jets. Excellent for docksides exposed to heavy spray.
• IP67: Protected against temporary immersion (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes). Ideal for fixtures on piers that could be exposed to wave overtopping.
• IP68: Protected against continuous immersion. Required for lights on pylons that are always in the water.