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How to Choose the Right LED Navigation Lights for Your Boat

June 11, 2023

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While sailing on the ocean, safety always remains the top priority for mariners. And LED navigation lights are the most essential navigational safety system you must have on a vessel. It not only assists mariners to navigate through the ocean safely at night but can also be used as signal lights to transmit valuable information and messages. There are various LED navigation lights based on different requirements. For example, solar-powered LED marine lights, or self-contained LED lights, are preferred by many professional and experienced mariners because of their longevity, effectiveness, and value for money.

So when choosing an LED light, there are a few key factors that you should keep in mind for a safe navigation experience for your crew. 

Look for powerful vibration resistance (Shock-resistance)

The waves in the waters of Singapore are strong and become stronger, especially at night during tides. In addition, strong winds can also raise the waves, which cause powerful vibrations that end up affecting your vessel. So, it’s better for you to search for LED navigation lights that can endure wave vibration. Solar-powered LED marine lights are popular among mariners for their vibration resilience and bright lights. It is convenient, user-friendly and easy to handle since no external wiring is required.

Take into account energy efficiency

Vessels stay in the ocean for months, so saving fuel is essential. So when it comes to choosing the right LED navigation lights, you should consider a system that conserves energy and hence prolongs battery life. From that perspective, you should keep in mind that using solar-powered LED marine lights is also more cost-effective than other traditional lights. Moreover, these lights are more environmentally friendly and good for the marine environment.

Consider Visibility and Range: 

LED navigation lights are an essential part of the navigation system for mariners to use in the ocean. In the pitch-black ocean, when the visibility is almost close to zero, navigation lights are the only way to brighten up the surroundings and let mariners determine the right path, underlying obstacles, and other vessels on the ocean. Besides, you should also consider environmental factors such as fog, rain, and haze. There are a variety of LED navigation lights. And the visibility range of every LED light varies from one to the next. Based on the light you choose, it can make a few metres to several hundred metres of area visible.

Durability and Waterproofing: 

Sailing on the ocean can be rough, with high waves, rain, storms, and other factors. Therefore, you should consider looking for a navigation light system that is durable and waterproof, so you do not have to worry about it getting damaged. Installing solar-powered LED marine lights lowers the repair cost of your vessel by a considerable amount. Most self-constraint light systems are reinforced with salt-water-resistant and weatherproof or even water proof materials making it ideal for sailing.

Easy to Install and Maintain

Another factor you should look into when searching for the right LED navigation light is the ease of installation and maintenance. As it is not possible to frequently visit professional care when you are on the sea, it is better to have a light system that can be installed only using installation instructions. Plus, you should also think about using lights that are easy to clean so they can function properly.

LED navigation lights make your journey safer and more secure. And systems like solar-powered LED marine lights have all the qualities your vessel requires for navigation.

 

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