R8 RETRO

The Only 8″ Retro-Fit Light You Will Ever Need

Universal 8" Replacement Pool Light

Designed to retro-fit the majority of major brand 8" niches (from 7.5" - 8.5").
Replaces existing Swimquip & H Pro Series 8" Lights.

UNIVERSAL MOUNTING

Retro-Fit 8″ Niches in Any Condition

Multiple Installation Options
With The R8 Retro Universal Adaptor

CAM-LOCK Installation

There’s no need for expensive repair work as Retro R8’s Universal Adaptor doesn’t rely on intact niche mounting hooks or screws for successful installation.  The patented CAM-LOCKS grip the niche wall as they’re fitted, pulling the Retro R8 light and existing niche together for a secure, even fit.

Standard Installation

The Retro R8 also supports standard installation methods with its variable hook and screw system. The Hook Tab adjusts without the need for extra spacers or washers to suit all major brand niche tabs.

 

QUICK CONNECT PLUG

No More Pulling Cables During Installation or Servicing

Fast And Reliable Installation
With Retro R8's Quick Connect Plug

Retro-fitting a Pool light should take minutes, not hours. With the Retro Series R8 you can say goodbye to pulling cables through conduit forever! The Retro R8 makes retro-fit installation a quick & simple process. Its UL Listed Quick Connect Plug system attaches directly to the existing cable in the niche, saving time, money and allowing for light replacement when cables cannot be removed.

Extra Safe Low Voltage 12VAC

The UL Listed Quick Connect Plug power offers safe low voltage connection for all pool users as well as for future servicing. Simply install a transformer for conversion.

(IMPORTANT! A transformer is required when replacing high voltage lighting.  Check out our LVX Transformer

BUILT TO LAST

‘Super Cool’ Technology For Maximum Performance

Engineered For Durability And Brightness

Advanced Cooling & Performance

High performance LED Lighting requires advanced cooling systems & Spa Electrics has been a pioneer in underwater heat sink technology since the introduction of LED lighting systems. The Retro R8’s external heat sink design pushes the boundaries of thermal technology to harness the full cooling potential of the pool. Combine this with Spa Electrics award winning Ceramic Light Engine technology makes the Retro R8 light the brightest on the market. Available in MULTI PLUS.

Brighter for Longer

Brightness is only good if it lasts; so with durability as our driver, our team has combined quality components, innovative circuit design and German engineered LED’s, to deliver not only the industry’s highest output light, but one that’s built to keep performing, year after year.

 

RETRO SERIES LIGHTS

RETRO QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE - ENGLISH

Light Source

Ceramic Light Engine (LED)

LED Colours

White: 3000k Warm or 4000k Daylight, MULTI PLUS

MULTI PLUS RGB+W 3200 lumen

MULTI PLUS Compatibility

Wall Switch Operation and all major pool controller brands including: Pentair IntelliTouch®, Haward Omnilogic®, Aqualink®

Niche Compatibility

(after light removed, niche opening must be 7.5″ – 8.5″ in diameter)

Alll major brand niches including: American®, Anthony®, CHD®, Hayward®, Hydrel®, Jandy®, PacFab®, Paragon®, Pentair®, Purex®, Sta-Rite®, Swimquip®

Cable Compatibility

Up to 12AWG size.

IP Rating

IPX8

Installation Types

Concrete/Vinyl

Voltage

10.5 to 13 v AC

Wattage

45 watts

Ambient Operating Temperature

41°F to +104°F

Transformer

Requires 12V AC UL listed transformer.  We recommend LVX Series Transformers.

Warranty

3 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty

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