Nocturnal Lights — Underwater Lighting Built from Diver Feedback
Nocturnal Lights builds underwater lighting systems for the full range of people who actually use them — technical divers, commercial divers, scuba retailers, professional underwater photographers, and professional filmmakers. That breadth matters: a light designed in a vacuum tends to optimize for one use case at the expense of others, while a light refined through continuous feedback from working professionals tends to get the practical details right — maintenance access, travel durability, real-world reliability, not just headline lumen figures.
Every Nocturnal Lights product is built from aircraft-grade aluminum, engineered to withstand demanding diving conditions dive after dive. The LED lineup is built around high-intensity LED technology balanced for mobility, durability, and efficiency — and the product range spans well beyond standard dive lights into focus lights, video lights, search-and-rescue lighting, ROV lighting, helmet lights, and underwater tripod lighting.
At DiveCatalog.com, we carry Nocturnal Lights products and accessories as an authorized dealer.
The Nocturnal Lights Product Range
SLX Series — Photo and Video Lighting
The SLX 800-series lights (800i, 800t, 800xi, 800xt) are built around Nocturnal Lights' aircraft-grade aluminum construction for serious underwater photography and videography use. Dedicated buoyancy and protective neoprene sleeves are available for each variant — protecting against cosmetic scratches and damage to the aluminum housing while adding useful buoyancy for photo and video rig configurations.
M700 Series — Compact High-Output Lights
The M700i and M700t lights pair with Nocturnal Lights' YS-style arm adapter system — an aluminum light holder that secures the light firmly in place, letting you switch it on and off without ever worrying about it slipping out of the mount. The 1/4" threaded base and removable YS attachment provide flexibility for different mounting configurations.
Mounting and Arm Accessories
Nocturnal Lights' mounting ecosystem covers a wide range of rig configurations: the 2 YS Flex Arm Extra Short mounts lights close to a tray or housing, with swivel and tilt control, commonly used with a 1/4"-20 T-base for center-mounted video or focus lights. The Ball Joint Connector for Ikelite quick-release handles uses Nocturnal Lights' 1-inch Ball Arm System Mark II, with a grooved O-ring design that prevents slippage and allows finger-tight repositioning underwater without losing hold. A 45-degree ball joint adapter with T-base slot rounds out the angle-adjustment options, with a quick-release knob for fast tightening from the top.
Who Are Nocturnal Lights For?
| User Type |
Recommended Product |
Key Reason |
| Underwater photographers and videographers |
SLX 800 series |
Aircraft-grade aluminum; designed specifically with photo/video feedback |
| Divers wanting compact, secure-mount lighting |
M700 series with YS adapter |
Locks light in place; quick on/off without slipping |
| Divers building a multi-light rig |
Flex arms and ball joint connectors |
Compatible with Ikelite and other standard ball-mount systems |
| Technical, commercial, and search-and-rescue divers |
Full Nocturnal Lights range |
Designed with direct input from professional and technical diving users |
Why Buy Nocturnal Lights from DiveCatalog.com?
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Authorized Nocturnal Lights dealer — genuine products, full manufacturer warranty
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Full mounting ecosystem available — arms, ball joints, and protective accessories
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Expert compatibility advice — our team can help you spec a complete lighting rig
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Fast shipping — in-stock items ship within one business day
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Rewards program — earn points on every purchase
Frequently Asked Questions — Nocturnal Lights
What is the buoyancy/protective sleeve for?
It's a neoprene cover specifically sized for the SLX 800 series lights, protecting the aluminum housing from cosmetic scratches and damage while also adding buoyancy — useful for fine-tuning the trim of a photo or video rig.
Are Nocturnal Lights compatible with Ikelite gear?
Yes — the Ball Joint Connector is specifically designed for Ikelite quick-release handles, using a 1-inch ball system with a grooved O-ring for improved holding power and finger-tightenable repositioning underwater.
What is the YS arm adapter system?
YS is an industry-standard mounting interface used across multiple underwater photography accessory brands. Nocturnal Lights' YS adapter for the M700 series uses an aluminum light holder with a 1/4" threaded base, compatible with other YS-style arms on the market.
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