Overview

The Attwood Marine NV2002SS-7 is a deck-mount bi-color bow navigation light with red and green LEDs, 2 nautical mile visibility, and an IP67 rating. It uses a round 304 stainless steel housing and is rated for boats up to 20 meters (65.6 feet) in length on a 12 VDC system with a 1-amp fuse.

This light sits low on the bow and combines port and starboard output in one housing, which helps when space is tight at the stem or when you want a cleaner deck layout than separate side lights. The LED engine is rated for more than 50,000 hours, stays cool in use, and the telltale indicators on top make it easy to confirm that the light is operating before you leave the dock.

Key features

• Bi-color red and green LED bow light in one round deck-mount housing
• 2 nautical mile visibility for boats up to 20 meters (65.6 feet)
• 304 stainless steel housing with a polycarbonate lens
• IP67-rated construction for spray, rain, and washdowns on deck
• 12 VDC operation with color-indicated wire cores and a 1-amp fuse requirement
• Dual telltale indicators on top of the housing show when the light is on
• Built to the navigation light requirements referenced for EN/ISO 19009:2015, USCG CFR 183.810, ABYC A-16, and 1972 COLREGS installations

Installation and setup

Install it on the bow centerline on a horizontal surface that stays within plus or minus 5 degrees when the boat is floating. The light needs a clear forward view with no rail bases, cleats, anchors, or other deck hardware blocking the port or starboard sectors.

Wiring is straightforward, but it is a 12-volt light only. Use marine-grade crimp connectors with waterproof insulation, protect the connections below deck, and place a 1-amp fuse in the positive feed. The installation pattern calls for a 3/8 inch wire clearance hole and pilot holes for the mounting screws, using the gasket as the template.

Compatibility and fit

This is a sensible match for small to mid-size powerboats and sailboats that need a fixed bi-color bow light rather than separate side lights or a raised combination light. The low deck-mount profile works well on bows where rails, anchors, or trolling motor gear leave limited room for taller hardware.

Because this is a combined bow light, fit depends as much on location as on voltage and visibility range. Check that your bow can take the round base on centerline and that the light will stay unobstructed through normal anchoring, docking, and trailering.