Hella Marine FMS LED Deck Floodlight, 9-32V, IP6K8/IP6K9K, Surface Mount, 6500K

Overview

The Hella Marine FMS is a surface-mount LED deck lamp range that runs on 9-32V DC (nominal 12V/24V systems) and projects light downward at a fixed 45-degree angle in 6500K white. With only 38mm of protrusion and a 500mm cable pigtail, it suits tight mounting spots where you want clean, close-range deck lighting without brackets or adjustable arms.

These lights are built around a die-cast aluminum housing with CoroSafe coating and a wide-spread diffuser lens. The enclosure is rated IP 6K8 and IP 6K9K for dust protection and water exposure that includes prolonged immersion and high-pressure washdowns.

Output is offered in 1200 lumens or 2500 lumens, so you can match brightness to the size of the area you need to light, from smaller cockpit work zones to wider deck spaces under a hardtop or overhang.

Key features

• Surface-mount deck floodlight with a fixed 45-degree downward projection for close-range illumination under the fixture
• Low-profile installation with 38mm protrusion to fit under hardtops, arches, coamings, and exterior recesses
• 9-32V DC input for mixed 12V/24V onboard systems, with built-in circuit protection
• 6500K white output with two lumen levels: 1200 lm (14W) or 2500 lm (28W)
• Die-cast aluminum housing with CoroSafe coating and a wide-spread diffuser lens
• IP 6K8 and IP 6K9K rated for dust protection, prolonged immersion, and high-pressure washdowns
• 500mm cable pigtail for straightforward wiring into a protected junction point
• Approvals: ECE-R10, RCM, ADR/GGVSEB, UKCA

Variants

This deck lamp is offered in multiple configurations that combine housing color with light output.

Housing color (black or white) and lumen output (1200 or 2500) are what change across the range. The fixtures share the same 6500K white color temperature, fixed 45-degree downward projection, and 9-32V DC input for 12V/24V systems.

• 996098001: Black housing, 1200 lumens. A low-visual-profile finish that blends into darker hardtops, arches, and painted surfaces while lighting the area directly below.
• 996098501: White housing, 1200 lumens. A clean finish for lighter gelcoat and headliners, suited to lighting steps, side decks, and cockpit task areas close to the mounting point.
• 996098011: Black housing, 2500 lumens. Higher output for wider deck zones and brighter working light under an overhang or along a work area.
• 996098511: White housing, 2500 lumens. Higher output in a light finish for larger cockpits and deck spaces where stronger illumination helps with line handling and night work.

Installation and setup

This is a surface-mount light, so plan for a solid mounting surface that can handle vibration and regular washdowns. Because the beam is fixed at 45 degrees downward, the mounting position matters; install it where the light lands on the working area you actually use, such as the cockpit sole, boarding area, side deck, or a transom work zone.

The lamp protrudes 38mm, which helps in locations with limited clearance. Route the 500mm cable to a protected connection point and seal splices properly for the environment, especially in saltwater or exposed deck locations.

Electrical and system integration

The input range of 9-32V DC suits both 12V and 24V boats without a converter. For load planning, the 14W version draws about 1.2A on 12V (about 0.6A on 24V), and the 28W version draws about 2.3A on 12V (about 1.2A on 24V). Use tinned marine wire sized for the run length and protect the circuit with appropriate overcurrent protection for the wiring.

Materials and corrosion resistance

The die-cast aluminum housing uses CoroSafe coating to handle the harsh mix of UV, salt spray, and deck washdowns. The IP 6K8 and IP 6K9K ratings support installations in exposed areas, but rinsing salt residue and keeping cable entries and splices sealed will help the light stay trouble-free over time.

Use cases on board

These lights fit well under hardtops, T-tops, flybridge overhangs, cockpit coamings, and exterior recesses where you want a low-profile fixture that still lights the working area below. They are a good match for boats that see regular washdowns and vibration and need a fixed-angle scene light for docking, line handling, and night deck work.

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