Perko Solar-Ray Deck Control Searchlight, Standard Pedestal, 7 in Base
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Overview
The Perko 0883 Series Deck Control Solar-Ray Searchlight is a pedestal-mounted marine searchlight for vessels that need a hand-aimed beam from the deck, cabin top, pilothouse roof, or another solid mounting surface. This listing covers the standard pedestal versions with a 7 inch base diameter, nominal reflector sizes of 10, 12, and 14 inches, and overall heights from 20-1/8 to 25-1/8 inches by size.
The light is positioned manually at the fixture. A yoke knob locks the vertical position, and a base knob locks horizontal rotation, which keeps the setup simple for boats where a crew member can access the light directly. Bulbs are ordered separately, so the installer should match the bulb, voltage, wattage, and socket setup to the vessel and the selected searchlight size.
Key features
- Deck-control layout for manual aiming at the light head, with knobs for vertical positioning and horizontal rotation.
- Standard pedestal configuration with a 7 inch base diameter across all six variants in this listing.
- Available with 10, 12, or 14 inch nominal reflector sizes for different mounting spaces and beam packages.
- Finish choices include polished chrome and white powder coating to match surrounding deck hardware and vessel styling.
- Overall height is tied to reflector size: 20-1/8 inches for 10 inch, 22-1/8 inches for 12 inch, and 25-1/8 inches for 14 inch versions.
- Bulbs are not included and must be selected separately with the correct voltage, wattage, socket, and searchlight size in mind.
Variants
This range varies by finish, nominal reflector size, and overall height. The finish choices are polished chrome and white, and the three reflector sizes are 10, 12, and 14 inches.
All six configurations in this listing are standard pedestal models with a 7 inch base diameter. Overall height increases with reflector size: 20-1/8 inches for the 10 inch version, 22-1/8 inches for the 12 inch version, and 25-1/8 inches for the 14 inch version.
Installation and setup
Select a flat, reinforced mounting area with access for the electrical lead and through-bolting. The base uses a mounting template, and installation calls for 5/16 inch machine screws that are not supplied.
Wiring should be handled by a qualified marine electrician and routed with the right protection for vibration, moisture, and movement at the base. Because the bulb is a separate order item, confirm the vessel voltage and the bulb and socket combination before the light is mounted.
Use cases on board
This searchlight suits boats where a crew member will be on deck or near the light when aiming is needed, including workboats, sportfishing boats, larger cruising boats, and vessels with a pilothouse or foredeck mounting point.
It is useful for identifying buoys, checking objects ahead at night, lighting dock approaches, and working around the deck after dark. Since it is hand-aimed, it fits layouts where direct access to the fixture is part of normal operation.
Maintenance and service
The 0883 Series uses serviceable parts such as the front glass, front door with glass, rear cover, reflector, anti-halo ring, vents, seals, latches, and related hardware. That matters on boats that see long seasons, salt air, and regular cleaning, because lens, reflector, and latch service can be planned without replacing the full searchlight assembly.
Shipping
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Duties, taxes, and support
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