[C320-list] Cockpit lights

[Greg Flanagan]

I am one with the view that in addition to the anchor light it is important to light up the cockpit while at anchor, especially if one is near the outside of, or relatively alone in an anchorage. I bought this light from Mantus https://www.mantusmarine.com/mantus-snap-on-light/  Although expensive let high quality and versatile. It has a low white or red light position as well as good high lighting options for using the cockpit in the evening/night. It clamps on any of the 1” or 3/4” tubes on the dodger and Bimini. The best feature is the easily recharged 2.7 AH battery. 


Greg
Hoop Dancer #1076
Sidney, BC

> On Aug 28, 2023, at 9:49 AM, ptormey 4square.net via C320-list <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
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> Check into waterproof led strip lights. I used them in the cabin and engine compartment. Happy with the results
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> Pat
> Pat Tormey
> S/V Blue Skies
> Newport RI
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> We have round inflatable solar lights with string tied on. Been using for 6 years . Still works great & I hang 1 from cup rack holder- over galley sink to do dishes in the dark.
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> > On Aug 28, 2023, at 9:46 AM, Scott Westwood via C320-list <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
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> > I am searching for places and types of LEDs for the cockpit (Probably blue to reduce/minimize bugs). Mainly while anchored for greater visibility. Has anyone installed any? If so, where?
> > I temporarily use cheap solar lamps but I end up buying new ones every year. Also, the cheap solar ones rarely last all night. I would like to be able to simply turn on lights and "maybe" even incorporate light sensor for dawn/dusk operation if ashore after sundown.
> > Thoughts out there?
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> > Thanks,
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> > Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net C (919)- 819-9794
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