New pool light recs

[tmas]

Looking to replace my incandescent pool light with a LED color changing light. Found the Pentair IntelliBrite 5G. Seems like I can run this off one switch and change the colors by turning the switch on-off-on. Anything else I should know before beginning this endeavor (other than electrical safety around water)?

Thanks!

 

[blakeusa]

They have a controller you can buy to change colors - the switch method will work but you may be a bit difficult.. like morse code setting colors to you liking.

Also they come in 12v or 120v and of course different cable lengths.

 

[tmas]

Since I’m replacing an exsisting incedenscent light I’m guessing I go with 120v. I know the length needed and where the junction box is. Not worried about the Morse code as I probably won’t change colors too often.

 

[Yev]

Incandescent bulbs could be either 120V or 12V

 

[Tanner M]

Make sure to do your research on whether you are running 120v or 12v! I thought mine was 120v and it was not. I bought mine from inyopools and LOVE it. Really easy to replace. While you are replacing it make sure to replace the seal as well.

LED Pool Spa Light Bulbs - INYOPools.com

 

[tmas]

I was going to do the whole housing because my current housing is leaking. My experience in the past has taught me that once you have a leak in a pool light you will always have a leak :/

Thanks for the information!

 

[Tanner M]

All it needs is a seal. That is kind of like saying if the water pump goes out in your car that you just go buy a brand new car. But if you have the extra $$ to fork out for the entire housing that will work as well.