Marine Lighting Fixtures & Equipment at Fisheries Supply

Reliable boat lighting improves safety, visibility, and comfort at sea and at the dock. Explore compliant navigation lights, efficient LED solutions, powerful spotlights, and installation accessories for recreational and commercial boats.

Key Takeaways

  • Choose lights that meet COLREGs / Navigation Rules visibility requirements for your boat size and configuration.
  • Upgrade to LED for lower power draw, longer service life, and robust performance in marine environments.
  • Match fixture type (deck, side-mount, surface, flood/spreader, underwater) to use case and mounting constraints.
  • Use marine-grade wiring, breakers/fuses, and corrosion-resistant hardware during installation for reliability.

Navigate confidently and legally with certified navigation lights designed for visibility and reliability. Our selection includes LED deck and side-mounted fixtures, center-console illumination, and surface-mount options where recessing isn’t possible. These solutions are built to meet applicable visibility and color sectors defined by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) and U.S. Navigation Rules for inland waters.

LED Boat Lights

LED lighting minimizes power consumption and maintenance while increasing output and durability—ideal for battery-powered systems. Popular configurations include:

  • LED marine flood & spreader lights for decks and working areas.
  • Underwater lights for transoms and hulls (check material compatibility and cooling requirements).
  • Cabin and task lights in warm or neutral CCT with high CRI for comfortable interiors.

Shop trusted brands: Perko, Hella Marine, and Lopolight.

Marine Spotlights

Cut through darkness and identify markers, debris, or mooring buoys. Choose from fixed or remote-controlled spotlights, considering beam distance (candela), spread, and mounting constraints. For open-water use, look for sealed housings, IP ratings, and vibration-resistant brackets.

Marine Lighting Standards & Compliance

Navigation light placement, color, arcs, and visibility are defined by COLREGs (for international waters) and U.S. Navigation Rules. Industry guidelines (e.g., ABYC electrical practices) help ensure safe installation. Always verify your boat’s required configuration and visibility range based on length and type.

Choosing the Right Boat Lights

  • Application: Night navigation, fishing, work deck illumination, or cabin comfort.
  • Electrical Budget: Current draw (A), system voltage (V), and wire gauge/length for voltage drop.
  • Optics & Output: Lumens, candela, beam angle, CCT/CRI for color quality.
  • Environment: Salt exposure, vibration, and enclosure rating (e.g., IP67+).
  • Mounting: Recessed vs. surface-mount; bracket orientation; service access.
  • Compliance: Visibility ranges and sectors appropriate to boat length and type.

Fisheries Supply stocks marine lights and trailer lights for everyday refits to commercial operations—plus the connectors, breakers, fuses, and wire you’ll need for a reliable install.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of switching to LED for marine lighting?

LEDs reduce power consumption, produce less heat, and offer long lifespans with rugged construction—ideal for battery systems and demanding marine conditions.

How do I choose navigation lights that comply with regulations?

Confirm your boat length and type, then select certified lights that meet the required color, arc, and visibility ranges in the applicable rules. Follow manufacturer placement diagrams for sector accuracy.

Can I install marine lighting myself?

Basic replacements are often DIY with proper tools and marine-grade wire. For new circuits or helm integration, hire a qualified marine electrician and protect circuits with appropriate fusing or breakers.

What IP rating should I look for on deck lights?

IP67 or higher is recommended for exposed areas—resistant to dust and temporary immersion. For underwater fixtures, follow the manufacturer’s specific ingress and cooling requirements.

Do underwater lights require special hull considerations?

Yes. Match the fixture material to the hull, use approved sealants, observe minimum immersion depths, and install appropriate overcurrent protection and switching.


Shop now and save, or if you are looking to upgrade your boat browse our wide selection of boat galley accessories like stoves or refrigerators or take a look at heaters in our boat cabin accessories.