We have selected the 7 best boat lights and explained why you should always have them on your boat just in case.
A good boat flashlight is a real must-have. Every boat should have at least one and every crew member should consider packing one if sailing at night or in poor visibility. From working on deck in the dark to maintenance and repairs in dimly lit areas of the boat, a good and reliable light source is a key element of safety and also makes life more convenient and comfortable.
Floodlights usually direct a focused beam of light at one focal point, while floodlights illuminate the entire area, although to a lesser extent than a good spotlight. Both types of lights are suitable for different tasks on the boat, and the crew will need each of them, and possibly a spare.
通常，功率充足（>1,000 流明或更高）的手持式聚光灯最适合夜间作业，可用于检查信号和帆的配平、定位航道标记或水中的漂浮物，并且可以成为夜间作业的重要辅助工具。 Usually, the handheld type 聚光灯 with sufficient power (>1,000 流明 or higher) is most suitable for night work, and can be used to check the signal and 帆’s sea level, locate the navigation mark or floating objects in the water, and can become an important auxiliary tool for night work. Как правило, ручные прожекторы с достаточной мощностью (> 1000 люмен или более) лучше всего подходят для работы в ночное время и могут использоваться для проверки сигналов и дифферента паруса, определения местоположения фарватерных знаков или плавающих объектов в воде, а также могут оказать большую помощь в ночная работа. As a general rule, hand-held searchlights of sufficient power (>1000 lumens or more) are best suited for nighttime work and can be used to check signals and jib sails, locate fairway marks or floating objects in the water, and can be of greater assistance in night work Time for search and rescue.
Searchlights are more commonly used as deck lights when mooring or berthing, and are also particularly useful for illuminating recessed engine compartments or other dark and enclosed compartments at night if repair or maintenance needs to be done in the dark.
There are two main types of flashes: headlamps and handheld flashlights. Personally, I would never go boating with a flashlight if the headlights hadn’t failed. When running the engine in the hold or on a moving deck, having both hands free and being able to illuminate the direction of view is priceless.
Thus, the best course of action is to equip the entire crew with a rechargeable headlamp, a powerful handheld searchlight for ongoing night operations, and a floating waterproof flashlight as an emergency plan.
Whichever boat light you choose, make sure all crew members know how to use it to avoid dazzling or flashing lights into each other’s faces, and look out for the red light feature for discreet illumination that won’t cause loss of night vision .
This Bushnell headlight is an example of a quality rechargeable headlight that riders should consider installing on their boat. I recommend rechargeable headlights because headlights that use conventional disposable batteries run out so quickly that people spend a fortune on batteries (not to mention they run out at the most inopportune moment).
While a waterproof headlight would have been better, this Bushnell unit is weather resistant, and at 400 lumens with various floodlight and spotlight modes, it has enough power and versatility to serve as a yachtsman’s primary portable light.
The king of all headlamps, Coast makes this headlamp with 800 lumens of brightness and a focused beam that can penetrate darkness up to 700 feet.
If you are looking for a versatile boat light, this light might be a good choice for you as it also has a flood light setting.
The disadvantages are its considerable size and lack of weather protection. In a pinch, the headlight can be powered by 4 AAA batteries in addition to the included rechargeable Li-ion battery.
The Browning Handheld Spotlight is a great all-around portable boat spotlight because its 1000 lumens of brightness is enough for any night but the darkest.
It is also waterproof, which is always a plus for boat lights, especially smaller ones as boat lights are better suited to the elements.
The downside of this lantern is the price: buyers will pay extra for a fully waterproof lantern, and whether this is necessary and worth the extra cost depends on the individual boater.
This Stanley spotlight is probably the best value for money boat flashlight because it puts out 2200 lumens in a portable form factor and can run on either DC or AC batteries.
As an added bonus, it can be used as a portable charging station for devices that charge via USB in a pinch.
The battery life of the device is up to 7 hours at low power, which should be more than enough for most operations.
The only downside is that the device is not completely waterproof, but it can withstand light rain and surf if not fully submerged.
This handheld spotlight behemoth from Lylting is a bit niche, but it’s a great addition to larger cruising boats that carry several types of boat lights.
With a brightness of 90,000 lumens, this floodlight is a great alternative to a searchlight or a deck-mounted searchlight as it is great for navigation and search and rescue.
It’s also IPX5 weatherproof, which means it won’t be affected by rain or sea waves, although there’s still no guarantee it’ll survive full immersion.
This wireless rechargeable outdoor flashlight from Anhay is weather resistant, impact resistant and conveniently shaped to hang from an engine bay latch or similar.
All self-maintenance boaters and cruisers should consider using a portable spotlight in combination with a rechargeable headlight to illuminate dark recesses in a cavernous engine compartment or bilge when performing maintenance at night.
Each boater should have at least one Duracell hand torch as a backup for the other lights mentioned above.
This 200 lumen flashlight still impresses, and its sleek shape makes it easy to store in items like a Sunbrella bag or winch stand.
What’s more, this boat light is completely waterproof, floats, and even lights up on its own when it detects water, making it the perfect light source to carry in your rain bag or whatever in case the unimaginable happens.
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Post time: Dec-13-2022