There are many brands and types of pool lights on the market today. This guide discusses the different options available in wall mounted pool lights. Other pool light options for perimeter or feature lighting are discussed in another guide.
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Mat Posted: 11/11/2020
I want to replace my incandescent bulb, but not sure if a flood light style is typical or a spotlight style. I already threw the bulb away and forgot to check. What is the most common style?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 11/16/2020
The most common pool light models like the Hayward Astrolite and the Pentair Amerilite use the flood light style. Do you know the make and model of your light?Reply
Donny Posted: 7/24/2020
Looking for a replacement of a 200W Tubular Halogen Clear with face plate. I have a 100 Watt transformer but unsure if I can connect your Pool Amerilite 500 Watt 30 ft. Cord 120 Volt - 78454100 with the 100 watt transformer. Additionally, I plan on adding remote control LED Edison base. Any recommendations for this configuration? Do I need to replace the 100 watt transformer in order to use the 500 watt?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 9/9/2020
Your transformer is rated for 100 watts, and the light is 500 watts; it is not going to work. You have to have a transformer that is rated for the amount of power your equipment is rated for. Also, is this a 12-volt transformer? If so, then you wouldn't need to use that with the 120 volt light.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 7/20/2020
I’m having an inground pool installed(18x40) Builder is using 2 color logic LED 1.5” lights. Will that be enough to Illuminate the pool?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 9/10/2020
This depends on where the lights will be mounted in the pool and the color of the pool surface—the darker the surface, the smaller the broadcast range of the light.We going into more depth about how many lights you need and the criteria needed to figure it out in this guide, How Many Lights Do I Need For My Pool?Reply
Tony Posted: 7/4/2020
My pool guy never installed conduit to my pool niche. It doesn't leak. Is the light cord warer tight or do I need to dig and install conduit. I've had it for 10 years without a problem.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 9/23/2020
The installer likely used a rubber cord stopper or epoxied the light cable into place. If it is not leaking, then you can leave it as is. But if you plan to change out the light fixture, that would be the time to install a conduit.Reply
Tom Posted: 6/24/2020
I have a Pentair - Amerlite Pool Light 78428100, 120V, 300W incandescent that's not working. If the fixture is OK, Can I switch to an LED bulb?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 10/6/2020
Yes, if the fixture is in working condition, you can switch to an LED bulb. Suitable replacement LED bulbs for the Amerilite are the following: PureWhite LED Pool Lamp 120V or the ColorSplash LXG LED Pool Lamp 120VReply
Steven Bernal Posted: 5/4/2020
It looks like I have a junction box. I don't see a transformer. Is it safe to assume I need a 120 V replacement for my Jandy Watercolor LED pool light?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 10/27/2020
If there is no transformer between the fixture and the breaker, then you have a 120-volt light.Reply
Drew Posted: 5/22/2019
Looking to replace my entire light fixture (s). Not sure if they run wires independently or spliced together behind the scenes. What is the most common? In looking in the back of the niche, it looks to have “rubber cement” looking stuff to seal around the cord. Is cutting it out going to cause any issues? Last question, can I buy a regular light fixture and just replace the light bulb with a LED light bulb for cost savings verses buying an LED light fixture?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 5/22/2019
The light cables should not be spliced together. It should be one continuous line from the light to the junction box. The most common way to plug the niche is a cord stopper or a 2-part underwater epoxy. Yes, you can buy a standard light fixture and add an LED bulb. We do this with our PureLine PureColors light.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 5/22/2019
If I pull out the wire that’s has the apoxy in the back, my assumption is water will get into the conduit. Is that a bad thing or do I need to drain the pool below the light fixtures? Thank youReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 5/22/2019
You do not need to drain the water down below the niche. It's ok if water gets into the conduit because the end of the cable will terminate at the junction box above the water level.Reply
Eric Posted: 5/17/2019
I bought a 120v light kit but just figured out I HAD a 12v kit. Can I just by pass the converter and wire the line directly to my power supply? What are my options? PleaseReply
Jim Posted: 5/31/2020
Hey Eric, how did this work out for you? Did you wire the hot wire directly to the breaker and ground the other 2? Thanks!Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 5/17/2019
Assuming your local codes don't require a 12v light, you could bypass the transformer and wire the 120v light to the breaker.Reply
Mike Posted: 5/3/2019
I just had to replace my pool light for the first time. It had a 120V // 500W incandescent bulb in it. The pool company have me a 400W bulb and I didn't notice it until I got home. Should I be concerned with having a 400W vs a 500W bulb? Will I notice a difference in the light output? And if I wanted to just go with an LED bulb, is it as simple as just buying on from the pool store and screwing into the receptacle? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 5/6/2019
Hello Mike - The 400w bulb won't be as bright as your old 500w light bulb. We carry a variety of LED bulbs that can screw into most pool light fixtures. They won't be as bright as a 400w or 500w incandescent bulb.Reply
Rob Posted: 4/30/2019
Just installed a Pentair 5G Intellibrite LED pool light to a regular switch. However it is not changing colors as it should be when switching on and off several times. Do I need to add a transformer so those lights will work ? If so which one? Thank YouReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 4/30/2019
Hello Rob - You'd only need to add a transformer if you installed 12v pool lights.Reply
Scott Posted: 4/29/2019
Can a pool light be 24V? My electrician tested the transformer going to the pool and he said it was 24V going to the light.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 4/29/2019
Can you provide the light model information to verify the type of voltage it requires?Reply
Ray Posted: 4/20/2019
I have some Pentair SAM lights and wanted to upgrade to LED's, either with Pentair or Hayward. Both would fit in my niche. But after reading the many bad reviews on both brands, I am at a loss as to what to mfg to choose. Any recommendations or suggestions?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 4/24/2019
Hello Ray - If i had to choose between the two, Pentair would be my pick. We have heard of more issues surrounding the ColorLogic than any other LED pool light. If you are open to any other options of LED lights, have a look at the Pureline PureColors. The PureColors features similar brightness, light shows, use the same niche, and bulb hour ratings; but these bulbs are replaceable. So, in the unfortunate occasion that a light goes out, the bulb can be screwed out and a new one screwed in, without having to install a whole new light fixture.Reply
Ricardo Posted: 4/18/2019
I'm getting a pool installed this month. They asked me if I wanted to upgrade to a led light which is $900. The regular light is 500w Hayward. I want a light that changes colors. Cant I just purchase a Led bulb that changes colors or do I need to spend $900 for the upgrade?Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 4/19/2019
Hello Ricardo - In most Hayward light fixtures the incandescent bulb can be replaced with an LED bulb. The 120V LED bulb option is part number PL5809. The only Hayward light it doesn't work in is the SP0540 series.Reply
Shawn McKearin Posted: 4/3/2019
I currently have an old fiber optic light system on my pool that hasn't worked for 2 years. Plan to replace this with a new led system but have no idea where to begin. I am handy enough to do this on my own but I have no idea where to begin. Help and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 4/8/2019
Hello Shawn - if you plan to replace your fiberoptic pool illuminator with LED, we suggest the ION-8000 Fiber Optic Illuminator. The installation is relatively easy if you are handy.Reply
Anonymous Posted: 5/6/2019
You may also wish to easily upgrade your fiber optic spotlight with the SR Smith PT6000 - it replaces the illuminator and sits on the existing irrigation base. It has several lighted kit options for 2-7w LED lights and would t break the bank!lights have 6 colors and two shows. The PT-6000 houses 2 60 W transformers and comes with a remote.Reply
Phillipi Posted: 2/20/2019
It appears my niche will no longer accept screws/bolts from light somewhat corroded. The niche does not leak-recently checked. Is there an option to fix and tap new holes or is a new niche/light system the correct option? Light fixture very old I beleive it is a Hayward SP-540-z-1 needs replacement as well.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 2/21/2019
Hello - your best option would be the light wedge repair kit (132). The wedge and screw lock your light into place without having to alter the niche. Another option is the CMP Inground Pool Light Adapter, but this product requires that you drill into the niche.Reply
Phillipi Posted: 2/22/2019
Thank you for the reply, Matt. What do you suggest for a pool fixture. To fit the niche or are they all the same size? Would like to go with an LED fixture that is economical and fits the Hayward SP-540-z-1 niche we have.Reply
InyoPools Product Specialist Matt S. Posted: 2/27/2019
Your best will be the Pentair Intellibrite or the Pureline PureColors if you decide to go with the PureColors. These two models have similar performance and specs to one another, but the PureColors is significantly less expensive.Reply
TH Posted: 2/18/2019
I need to replace 2 Pentaur pool light bulbs. Each 300 watts with LED equivalent. The requirement I have is I don’t want colored pool water. Like to keep the same color that incandescent lites give off. Do I need to buy the commercial grade white bulbs? Do u have part number? Thank youReply
InyoPools Product Specialist Robert M. Posted: 2/19/2019
Hello TH - We'd recommend the 35W Pureline white LED bulb. The 120v bulb is part number PL5849 and the 12v bulb is part number PL5848. We'd also recommend replacing the lens gasket when replacing the bulb. The Pentair pool light lens gasket is part number 3525-07.Reply
InyoPools Posted: 9/5/2018
Hello Hygie - What is the make and model of your pool light fixture?Reply
HYGIE H REYNOLDS Posted: 9/1/2018
I have an old 500W incandescent pool wall light. I will only install an LED light if I can directly screw it in with no other changes. Have you got one like that?Reply