{"product_id":"qbp436385","title":"Hella Marine Apelo A3 Underwater Light, 6000 lm, 12\/24V, Bronze Housing","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hella Marine Apelo A3 is a transom and surface-mount underwater light that produces up to 6000 lumens in white (5000K) on 12\/24V DC systems. It is offered as either Blue\/White or RGBW, in a bronze housing with a white lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe beam pattern is 90° x 24°, which helps keep the light spread wide across the stern instead of disappearing into deep water. The housing is sealed to IP68\/IP69K for submersion in operation and for high-pressure washdowns, and it includes a high-temperature thermal cutout for out-of-water protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultivolt 12\/24V DC nominal input for common onboard electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax white output up to 6000 lumens at 5000K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90° x 24° beam aimed at wide transom coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP68\/IP69K sealing for underwater use and pressure water-jet cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze base with a Grilamid lens that is UV stable and impact resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpike protected to +500 V and reverse polarity protected to -700 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 m tinned marine cable already fitted for the in-hull run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge light accent channel draws under 5 W for a visible signature in or out of the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eVariants\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eApelo A3 is available in multiple light-color configurations while keeping the same bronze, white-lens housing and mounting style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe difference between options is the light-color control: Blue\/White switches between two colors and includes a strobe mode, while RGBW is intended for full-color control through an RGB\/W lighting controller (not supplied). Physical fit, mounting footprint, and the fitted 2.5 m tinned cable are consistent across the A3 bronze versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e016831001: Light color RGBW. This configuration is for systems where you want color selection through an RGB\/W controller, with dedicated white LEDs for strong white output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e016830001: Light color Blue\/White. This configuration switches between blue and white, and a strobe mode is available by toggling power to the lamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and setup\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eApelo A3 is a surface-mounted transom light with a through-hull cable pass-through. Typical mounting position is 100-500 mm under the waterline, and one light is commonly used across roughly 600-1200 mm of transom width depending on hull shape and the amount of coverage you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mounting footprint uses a 130 mm diameter face with mounting holes on a 117.5 mm pitch circle. The cable pass-through hole is 15.6 mm diameter, and the installed stand-off is about 23.5 mm. Plan the cable route to a dry, serviceable area before drilling, and seal all fasteners and the cable entry properly for a long-term submerged install.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eCompatibility and fit\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis light is suitable for fiberglass, timber, steel, and composite hulls. For aluminum hulls, an isolation spacer is required to separate dissimilar metals and reduce galvanic corrosion risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your boat has known stray-current issues, address bonding and grounding before installing any permanently submerged hardware. Underwater lights live in a harsh spot, and a clean electrical system matters as much as the sealant line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eElectrical and system integration\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt runs on 12V or 24V DC nominal systems. The Blue\/White version draws up to 70 W (5.9 A at 12V, 2.9 A at 24V), and the Edge Light channel draws under 5 W (0.37 A at 12V, 0.2 A at 24V).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRGBW installations should be planned around a compatible RGB\/W lighting controller since color selection is handled through the controller, not by a simple on-off switch. Use proper fusing and marine wiring practices throughout, and keep any splices or extensions in a dry, protected location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eUse cases on board\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eApelo A3 fits best on larger boats and yachts that want a bright transom wash for docking, night cruising, or lighting the wake area. The bronze housing also makes sense for boats that stay in the water and want hardware suited to long periods of submersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eMaintenance and care\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike any underwater fitting, performance depends on keeping the lens clean. A quick wipe during regular hull cleaning helps prevent marine growth from dulling the beam, and it also gives you a chance to inspect the seal line and fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid abrasive pads on the lens, and recheck the installation after the first few runs to confirm the fasteners are secure and the cable path stays dry inside the hull.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hella Marine","offers":[{"title":"RGBW","offer_id":52271050064053,"sku":"QBP436385-V1","price":917.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue\/White","offer_id":52271050096821,"sku":"QBP436385-V2","price":845.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1306985_qbp436385.jpg?v=1771552635","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp436385","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}