Product Overview
The Pentair IntelliBrite Architectural Series Spa Light | 602196 provides bright, energy-efficient white LED illumination for compatible spa and pool-light niches. Designed in a compact spa-size fixture, it uses Pentair’s Architectural Series optical system to spread light more evenly while reducing hot spots, glare, dark areas, and visible light striping.
Model 602196 operates on 120 volts, consumes only 18 watts, and includes a permanently attached 150-foot power cord. Pentair rates its white LED output as comparable to a traditional 100-watt incandescent spa light, providing strong underwater visibility with significantly lower energy consumption.
This is a fixed-white LED fixture. It does not provide color-changing operation or programmed light shows.
Key Features
- Fixed-white LED underwater spa light
- IntelliBrite Architectural Series design
- Compact spa-size fixture
- 120-volt operating voltage
- Energy-efficient 18-watt power consumption
- Factory-installed 150-foot cord
- Approximately 100-watt incandescent equivalency
- Wide and even underwater light distribution
- Helps minimize glare, hot spots and dark areas
- Long-life LED lighting technology
- Compatible with supported Pentair automation systems
- Certified to UL 676
- Certified to CSA C22.2 No. 89
Benefits
- Produces clean, bright white underwater illumination
- Uses less energy than a traditional incandescent spa light
- Longer cord accommodates installations farther from the junction box
- Architectural optics improve light coverage and appearance
- LED construction eliminates routine incandescent bulb replacement
- Enhances spa visibility and nighttime appearance
- Fixed-white operation provides simple on-and-off control
- Suitable for new installations and compatible replacement applications
- Can be integrated with supported Pentair pool automation
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Pentair |
| Product Line | IntelliBrite Architectural Series |
| Model | 602196 |
| SKU | 602196 |
| Barcode / UPC | 788379907860 |
| Product Type | Underwater Spa Light |
| Fixture Size | Spa |
| Light Technology | LED |
| Light Color | White |
| Color-Changing | No |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Power Consumption | 18W |
| Cord Length | 150 Feet |
| Incandescent Equivalency | Approximately 100W |
| Installation Type | Compatible Wet Niche |
| Control | Standard Switch or Supported Automation |
| Certifications | UL 676 and CSA C22.2 No. 89 |
| Installation | Professional Installation Required |
Installation Information
This underwater light must be installed by a qualified pool professional and licensed electrician in accordance with Pentair instructions and all applicable electrical codes.
Before installation, confirm the existing niche is compatible with the IntelliBrite Architectural Series spa-size fixture. The installer must also verify the supply voltage, GFCI protection, bonding, grounding, conduit condition, junction-box placement, and required cord length.
The 150-foot cord is permanently attached to the fixture. Underwater pool-light cords must not be spliced, repaired, or modified. The complete cord must be routed through the conduit to an approved junction box.
Do not operate the fixture for an extended period outside the water. Pool and spa water helps cool the light during operation.
Confirm Before Ordering
- Confirm Pentair part number 602196.
- Verify that a spa-size fixture is required.
- Confirm the installation requires 120V, not 12V.
- Verify that the 150-foot cord is the correct length.
- Confirm compatibility with the existing wet niche.
- Verify that fixed-white lighting is desired.
- This model does not produce color-changing light shows.
- Confirm junction-box location and conduit condition.
- Do not cut or splice the factory-installed cord.
- Determine whether a new niche, mounting screw, gasket, transformer, or junction box is required.
- Have the light installed by a qualified professional.
Warranty Information
This product is covered according to Pentair’s applicable limited-warranty terms. Warranty eligibility may depend on purchase through an authorized Pentair dealer, professional installation, proper product registration, correct voltage, compatible niche installation, and compliance with applicable electrical and building codes.
Damage caused by improper wiring, incorrect voltage, incompatible niche installation, modified or spliced cords, water intrusion caused by installation errors, unauthorized repair, or operation outside the water may not be covered.
Keep the purchase receipt and professional installation invoice for warranty purposes.
Customer Q&A
Is model 602196 a color-changing light?
No. It produces fixed-white LED illumination.
What voltage does it require?
This model operates on 120 volts.
How long is the attached cord?
It includes a factory-installed 150-foot cord.
How much electricity does it use?
Pentair rates the fixture at 18 watts.
What is its incandescent equivalent?
Pentair lists it as comparable to a traditional 100-watt incandescent spa light.
Does this light fit every spa niche?
No. The niche model and dimensions must be checked before ordering.
Can it connect to Pentair automation?
Yes. It can be controlled through supported Pentair automation equipment.
Can the cord be shortened or spliced?
The cord must not be spliced underwater. Installation must follow Pentair instructions and applicable electrical codes.