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LED lifespan in marine environments

Expect 50,000+ hours of rated life — roughly a decade of nightly use.

What actually fails

Rarely the diode. Failures come from water intrusion at connections, undersized wire, or fixtures never cleaned. Proper installation is the lifespan.

Last updated 2026-06-30 · Reviewed by Christopher Hamilton, owner and installer.

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