Product Overview
The Jandy ProNiche Large Plastic Light Niche | PLNICLRG is a large-format plastic pool and spa light niche designed for gunite pool and spa construction. It provides a secure, corrosion-resistant housing for compatible Jandy large pool lights and is engineered as a professional installation component for new construction and remodel projects.
Constructed from high-strength molded PVC, this ProNiche helps eliminate corrosion concerns often associated with metal niche housings. It includes a 1" rear outlet with 45° sweep elbow fitting and 3/4" reducer, a 1" NPT internal plug for pressure testing the conduit line, large rebar tie-backs, a protective plastic plaster shield, and internal/external bonding lugs.
The PLNICLRG is designed to pair with compatible Jandy White and WaterColors LED pool and spa lights, making it a strong choice for professional pool builders looking for a durable large niche for gunite installations.
Ideal For
- Gunite pool construction
- Gunite spa construction
- Large-format pool light installations
- Jandy White LED light systems
- Jandy WaterColors LED light systems
- New pool construction
- Pool and spa remodels
- Replacing or adding a large plastic light niche
- Corrosion-resistant niche installations
- Professional pool builders and remodelers
- Pool lighting upgrade projects
Key Features
- Large plastic gunite niche — designed for compatible large pool and spa light installations.
- High-strength PVC construction — provides corrosion-free performance compared with metal niche housings.
- Designed for gunite pools and spas — built specifically for concrete/gunite construction applications.
- Compatible with Jandy lighting systems — engineered to pair with Jandy White and WaterColors LED lights.
- 1" rear outlet — supports proper conduit routing during installation.
- 45° sweep elbow fitting included — helps simplify conduit direction and installation layout.
- 3/4" reducer included — supports common conduit connection requirements.
- 1" NPT internal pressure-test plug — allows pressure testing of the conduit line during construction.
- Large rebar tie-backs — make it easier to secure the niche during steel and gunite setup.
- Plastic plaster shield included — helps protect the niche during plaster and finish work.
- Internal and external bonding lugs — supports proper bonding requirements for pool light installations.
- Professional-grade ProNiche design — built for permanent pool lighting installations.
Benefits
The Jandy PLNICLRG gives pool builders a durable, corrosion-resistant niche solution for large pool and spa lights in gunite construction. Its high-strength PVC body helps avoid rust and corrosion concerns while providing a secure housing for compatible Jandy lighting fixtures.
The included rear outlet, sweep elbow, reducer, pressure-test plug, tie-backs, plaster shield, and bonding lugs make installation more efficient during construction. These details help protect the niche, support proper conduit testing, and simplify secure placement before gunite and finish application.
For customers adding Jandy White or WaterColors LED lighting, the PLNICLRG provides the proper large niche foundation needed for a clean, professional lighting installation.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Jandy ProNiche Large Plastic Light Niche, Gunite |
| Brand | Jandy |
| Manufacturer | Fluidra / Jandy |
| Series | ProNiche |
| Part Number | PLNICLRG |
| SKU | PLNICLRG |
| Distributor Product Number | JDY-30-2582 |
| UPC | 052337011341 |
| Product Type | Pool and spa light niche |
| Niche Type | Large plastic light niche |
| Pool Construction Type | Gunite / concrete |
| Application | Large pool and spa lighting installation |
| Compatible Light Type | Jandy large pool and spa lights |
| Compatible Light Series | Jandy White and WaterColors LED lights |
| Material | Injection-molded high-strength PVC |
| Corrosion Resistant | Yes |
| Rear Outlet Size | 1" |
| Rear Outlet Style | 45° sweep elbow fitting |
| Reducer Included | 3/4" reducer |
| Pressure Test Plug | 1" NPT internal plug |
| Rebar Tie-Backs | Yes, large accessible tie-backs |
| Plaster Shield Included | Yes, plastic plaster shield |
| Bonding Lugs | Internal and external bonding lugs |
| Approx. Depth | 8.75" |
| Approx. Diameter | 9.85" |
| Installation Type | New construction / remodel light niche installation |
| Equipment Category | Pool and spa lighting parts |
| Professional Installation Recommended | Yes |
| Sold As | Each |
Included Components
- 1 × Jandy ProNiche large plastic gunite light niche
- 1 × 1" rear outlet with 45° sweep elbow fitting
- 1 × 3/4" reducer
- 1 × 1" NPT internal pressure-test plug
- Plastic plaster shield
- Internal and external bonding lugs
Pool light fixture, cord, transformer, junction box, conduit, wiring, bonding wire, pool finish materials, rebar, gunite materials, and installation labor are sold separately unless specifically included by the supplier.
Compatibility Notes
This niche is designed for compatible Jandy large pool and spa light installations in gunite pools and spas.
Common compatibility references include:
- Jandy ProNiche large plastic gunite applications
- Jandy White LED pool and spa lights
- Jandy WaterColors LED pool and spa lights
- Gunite / concrete pool and spa construction
- Large-format pool and spa light fixtures requiring a compatible Jandy large niche
This model is not intended for vinyl or fiberglass construction. Always confirm the light fixture model, niche size, conduit requirements, voltage system, junction box location, and local electrical code requirements before ordering.
Installation Notes
This light niche should be installed by a qualified pool professional or licensed electrician during pool construction or remodel work. Proper installation requires correct niche placement, steel/rebar attachment, conduit routing, bonding, pressure testing, gunite placement, plaster shield use, and final light fixture installation.
Use the included 1" NPT internal plug to pressure test the conduit line according to installation requirements. Confirm bonding connections are properly installed using the internal and external bonding lugs.
Pool lighting installations involve electrical work around water and must comply with all manufacturer instructions, bonding requirements, grounding requirements, junction box placement rules, and applicable electrical codes.
Customer-Facing Q&A
Q: What is the Jandy PLNICLRG used for?
A: It is a large plastic light niche used to house compatible Jandy large pool and spa lights in gunite pool and spa construction.
Q: What is the SKU?
A: The SKU is PLNICLRG.
Q: What is the UPC?
A: The UPC is 052337011341.
Q: What is the distributor product number?
A: The distributor product number is JDY-30-2582.
Q: Is this for gunite, vinyl, or fiberglass pools?
A: This model is designed for gunite / concrete pools and spas.
Q: Is this a large or small niche?
A: This is a large plastic light niche.
Q: What material is the niche made from?
A: It is injection molded from high-strength PVC for corrosion-resistant performance.
Q: Does this include the pool light?
A: No. This listing is for the light niche only. The light fixture is sold separately.
Q: Does it include a pressure-test plug?
A: Yes. It includes a 1" NPT internal plug for pressure testing the conduit line.
Q: Does this include bonding lugs?
A: Yes. It includes internal and external bonding lugs.
Q: What are the approximate dimensions?
A: The niche is approximately 8.75" deep by 9.85" diameter.
Q: What lights is this compatible with?
A: It is engineered to pair with compatible Jandy White and WaterColors LED lights.
Q: Should this be professionally installed?
A: Yes. Professional installation is recommended because light niches require proper placement, bonding, conduit routing, pressure testing, and code-compliant electrical installation.