Taco Metals Deck & Floodlights
Taco Metals LED Deck & Floodlights: Marine-Grade Illumination Built to Last
When it comes to outfitting a boat with reliable, high-output lighting, few names carry the credibility of Taco Metals. Founded in 1959, Taco Metals has spent decades engineering marine products that stand up to the harshest saltwater conditions — and their deck and floodlights are a prime example of that legacy put into practice.
Purpose-Built for the Marine Environment
Taco Metals LED deck and floodlights aren't simply adapted from other industries — they are designed from the ground up for boating applications. The LED chips are silicone potted to achieve an IP67 waterproof (non-submersion) rating, ensuring they stand up to spray, wash-down, and the relentless humidity of life on the water. The housings are constructed from high-impact, UV-resistant, and lightweight polycarbonate, complemented by a durable, self-extinguishing clear plastic lens and an anodized aluminum heat sink to manage thermal output efficiently.
Certified Safety & Impressive Performance
What truly sets Taco Metals deck and floodlights apart from the competition is their rigorous certification pedigree. These lights are USCG, ISO, and SAE certified for ignition protection — meaning they have been tested in explosive environments, exposed to high temperatures, and cycled on and off repeatedly without igniting surrounding atmospheres. For boaters running gasoline-powered vessels, this certification is not a marketing checkbox; it is a genuine safety standard.
On the performance side, Taco Metals LED deck lights deliver a powerful 700-lumen output across a 100-degree spread beam angle — output equivalent to a 55-watt halogen floodlight — while drawing less than 1 amp of current. That low power draw means even extended nighttime use won't put undue strain on the vessel's electrical system or battery.
Flat Mount & Pipe Mount Options
Taco Metals offers deck and floodlights in two primary configurations to suit different installation needs. The flat mount variant features a compact, low-profile design that bolts directly to any flat surface, making it ideal for hard tops, leaning posts, consoles, interior cabins, under gunnels, and inside bait wells. For rounded applications, the pipe mount version is housed in bright-dip anodized aluminum and is specifically engineered to fit 1" IPS pipe — perfect for T-tops, towers, railings, poling platforms, and leaning posts. Both configurations are available in white, red, and blue light options, giving boaters flexibility for courtesy, task, or accent lighting needs.
Hardwired Durability, Minimal Maintenance
Taco Metals deck lights are hardwired for a clean, permanent installation and are impact-resistant to handle the vibrations and shock common in a marine environment. The LED technology eliminates the recurring cost and hassle of bulb replacement, while the robust housing materials resist the UV degradation that quickly ages lesser products. A 1-year limited warranty backs each light, reflecting the confidence Taco Metals places in their manufacturing quality.
Whether you are illuminating a fishing platform at dusk, lighting up a cockpit for night cruising, or adding safety lighting to a T-top structure, Taco Metals deck and floodlights deliver professional-grade performance with the certifications to match. Explore the full range of marine deck & floodlights or browse all Taco Metals products to find the right solution for your vessel.