$8.00 off RRP of $32.90
Marine Chart Lights
Filters
Show Filters
(2 Results)
Marine chart lights provide directed illumination for helm stations, navigation desks and compact chart areas without needing broad cabin lighting.
Choosing marine chart lights
Marine chart lights provide localised illumination around chart tables, helm stations and compact navigation areas. They are useful where a small, directed light is more suitable than turning on wider cabin or cockpit lighting.
When choosing a chart light, consider where the light needs to point, how the fixture will mount and whether the switch is easy to reach from the navigation position. For navigation planning, this category can be paired with boating charts or electronic charts, depending on how the boat is set up.
Fitment details to check
- Check arm length, shade direction and whether the beam can be aimed at the work area.
- Measure the mounting base and confirm there is room behind the panel or bulkhead.
- Choose a brightness level suited to close work rather than broad cabin lighting.
- Review wiring access, voltage and switching requirements before installation.
If the same project includes saloon or berth lighting, browse cabin lights and the wider marine lighting range. Keeping chart lights separate from general lighting helps preserve their role as focused task illumination.
FAQs
What are chart lights used for?
Chart lights provide focused illumination around chart tables, helm stations or navigation areas without lighting the whole cabin.
How do I choose a chart light?
Consider light direction, mounting style, switch access, fixture size, power requirements and the space around the chart table or helm.
Are chart lights only for paper charts?
No. They can also provide low-level task lighting around navigation areas, notebooks, switches or compact helm workspaces.
read more
