Ultimate Jon Boat Light Buying Guide

Jon boats are special because of their distinctive hull design. Unlike most boat hulls, the Jon Boat design allows it to skim across the water, which also means it can go places that most boats can’t. Like really shallow waters where fish like bass, like to hide.

Jon boats retain the ability to get into unique places however, care needs to be taken to make sure you don’t run over a log or other hull shattering objects. To protect your investment and increase your safety, adequate Jon boat lighting is required. We have a couple of affordable Jon boat light options available.

The most popular Jon boat light option is the 10-inch cubed bundle. The bundle is popular because of the wide beam spread this set-up produces.

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Best Jon Boat Light Bar Set-up

This Jon boat light bundle features one Aurora 10-inch light bar and a pair of Aurora 3” light pods. The Aurora 10 Inch LED Light bar is a powerful yet compact light bar and by far one of the most popular light bars we sell.

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This marine grade light bar utilizes a combination beam pattern and pumps out 8,560 lumens making it the best boat light bar in its class.

A combination beam pattern utilizes a strategic blend of spot and flood optics to give you a beam that goes both far and wide.

The IP69 rated housing is constructed of high quality 6063 aluminum and then mated with UV & Scratch resistant GE Lexan lens. To ensure an impenetrable seal the Jon boat light bar is then sealed together with 316 stainless steel screws inserted every 1.5" of surface area which makes it durable enough for the most extreme boating conditions.

Benefits and features of this Jon Boat Light Bar

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  • Stainless steel Screws- Inserted every 1.5 inches to ensure an impenetrable seal.
  • Oversized Heat Sinks: The IP69 rated housing is constructed of high quality 6063 aluminum with oversized heat sinks to increase heat dissipation.
  • Military Breather: Prevents unwanted moisture from building up in the light bar.
  • Full Wiring Harness: Consist of a waterproof on/off switch with LED indicator light, in-line fuse, 12v40A relay, and all the wiring you need for professional installation.
  • Deutsch Waterproof Connector: World renowned waterproof connectors keep your investment safe from water intrusion.

Power

  • Beam Distance: 2,723 Feet
  • Lumens: 8,560 lumens
  • Amp Draw: 3.6 Amps
  • Beam Pattern: Combination beam pattern
  • Number of LED's: 20
  • LED Type: Cree XTE 5 Watt

Jon Boat Light Bar 360 Degree Mounts

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Included in this kit will be everything you need to install this light bar to your Jon boat. This includes two Jon Boat light bar mounts that allow for a full 360 degree rotation.

Dimensions of Jon Boat light bar

This powerful and compact light will fit seamlessly on your Jon boat but you can check the dimensions below to help you plan your build.

Jon Boat Light Pods

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To round out the Jon boat light bar bundle a pair of Aurora 3 Inch pods lights equipped with a flood beam are included. A pair of these marine grade LED light pods will net you an additional 3.880 lumens and when angled outwards you will have almost 150 degrees of light spread. Fueling these powerful LED lights are four, ultra-efficient 10-watt Osram LED's. 

  • Flood Beam: Emits the LED light at 60 degrees which discharges a very wide beam to approximately 1,739 Feet
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Other notable Jon Boat Light features include:

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  • Deutsch Waterproof Connector
  • Military Breather to regulate moisture
  • Sealed with 316 Stainless steel screws
  • Beam Type: Flood Beam
  • Beam Distance of 2,297 feet
  • Bright 3,880 Lumens
  • Osram 10-watt LED Chips
  • Low Amp Draw of 2.1 Amps per light

Jon Boat Led Light Kit Components 

Included in this Jon Boat LED light kit is the following:

  • Two LED Pod Lights with Female Deutsch Connector
  • Two Stainless Steel Mounts
  • One Deluxe Wiring Harness - The Aurora wiring harness consist of an waterproof on/off switch with LED indicator light, in-line fuse, 12v40A relay, and all the wiring you need for professional installation.
  • One 10 inch dual row light bar with Female Deutsch Connector
  • Two light bar mounts
  • One Deluxe Wiring Harness - The Aurora wiring harness consist of an waterproof on/off switch with LED indicator light, in-line fuse, 12v40A relay, and all the wiring you need for professional installation.

Why buy this LED light kit for your Jon Boat

Because Jon boats are so versatile the terrain you will encounter is far different than most boats so proper lighting is crucial. Having your Jon Boat illuminated at night will increase your safety by being able to see obstacles in the water as well as riverbanks.

By installing the best Jon boat lighting on your vessel it will allow you to fish or hunt longer because you are no longer restricted to daylight hours.

Other uses for Jon Boat lights:

  • Docking lights - Make it easier to pull up to a dock
  • You can use while Loading and unloading trailer
  • Install once and it will last forever, Lifespan of 50,000 hours
  • Easy to install - Can be done in half a day
  • Allows you to ditch head mounted flashlights
  • Illuminating your Jon boat at night increases safety
  • Easy to adjust
  • IP69 rating means it can handle splashes and minor submersions
  • Included switch is Waterproof 
  • Can be installed with minimal electrical knowledge
  • Can run on 12 v or 24 volt systems

Jon Boat LED Light Wiring Harness

Included with this product is a full Aurora wiring harness which consist of the following:

  • Light SwitchCE Compliant 3 Pin Rocker switch encompassed in a water-proof cover. A red power indicator light will illuminate when the light is on, which is bright enough to be seen during the day, but dim enough so it will not cause a distraction when the light bar is powered on on at night.
  • Relay4 pin water resistant relay is rated for 12 volts and 40 amps. The relay also includes a heavy-duty mount allowing for multiple mounting locations. 
  • In-Line Fuse: Industry standard blade-type fuse encased in a water-resistant housing.
  • Wire: Is wrapped in extra thick thermoplastic insulation. The terminal ends are soldered and insulated in heat shrink tubing to prevent contamination from foreign materials. A rugged PVC encases the wires for a very professional looking installation. 
    • Wiring Lengths: Aurora provides you with a total of 16 feet of wiring.
    • From the relay, you will have eight feet of wiring to the LED Light bar, four feet of wiring to the on/off switch, and four feet of wiring to the battery.
  • Deutsch Connectors: The Deutsch connector has a thermoplastic housing design that is sealed to the elements with its signature integrated latch. The integrated latch wedges the terminal pins together in order to create an impenetrable seal eliminating the likelihood of moisture intrusion.
  • Terminal EndsTo ensure a seamless connection to your vehicle’s battery, the positive and negative battery terminal cables are equipped with soldered ring terminals covered with heat shrink tubing.

Jon Boat Light Bar Installed

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