XC188 Disposable Deep Drop LED Underwater Fishing Light for Commercial Longline & Deep Drop Fishing – Wholesale | OEM | MOQ 100pcs

Best for: Commercial fishing fleets, longline operators, deep-sea charter companies, marine tackle wholesalers, and trap/pot fisheries seeking maintenance-free, disposable LED lighting for depths up to 1,500 meters. The SIKES XC188 features 4 LEDs in 360° distribution with a built-in 3.7V 3000mAh disposable lithium battery, delivering 1,000-1,500 hours in solid mode or 4,000-5,000 hours in strobe mode with automatic water-activated switching. MOQ starts at 100 pieces for stock green; OEM branding with custom colors and packaging from 1,000 pieces. Contact SIKES for factory-direct wholesale pricing.

XC188 Technical Specifications & B2B Details

Parameter	Specification	B2B Relevance
Model Number	XC188	Unique SKU; traceable batch production
Brand	SIKES	Established marine lighting manufacturer since 2016
Product Type	Disposable LED Underwater Fishing Light	Zero maintenance; use-and-discard for commercial fleets
LED Quantity & Layout	4 LEDs: 1 top, 1 bottom, 1 each side	360° visibility regardless of rig orientation
Standard LED Color	Green	Deepest light penetration in saltwater; preferred by squid/tuna fleets
Custom LED Colors	Blue, White, Red, Yellow, Disco/Multicolor	Target species-specific attraction; OEM from 1000 pcs
Operating Modes	Continuous (Solid) or Strobe	Strobe extends runtime 4-5×; solid for maximum brightness
Solid Mode Runtime	~1,000 – 1,500 hours	42-62 days of 24/7 operation per unit
Strobe Mode Runtime	~4,000 – 5,000 hours	166-208 days continuous; covers entire 6-month season
Battery Type	Built-in 3.7V 3000mAh disposable lithium	No charging infrastructure; no battery replacement
Activation Method	Water-activated automatic on/off	Activates in 3 seconds; dries to switch off; 15-20% battery savings
Waterproof Rating	IP68	Highest ingress protection; tested at 1800ft (548m) simulated depth
Tested Depth	1,000 meters (customer verified)	Proven in commercial deep-drop operations
Rated Depth Range	1,000 – 1,500 meters	Accesses tilefish, swordfish, grouper habitats unreachable by standard lights
Product Dimensions	Approx. 3.5 × 9 cm (bullet shape)	Compact for high-density longline and trap deployment
Weight	Approx. 51 g (1.8 oz)	97% lighter than reusable 1-3kg alternatives; minimal line drag
Line Hole Size	1.8 – 3.0 mm monofilament compatible	Fits standard longline and trap rigging lines
Housing Material	Bayer ABS + fiber optic connector + stainless steel needle	Impact-resistant; UV-stable; saltwater corrosion resistant
Environment	Freshwater and saltwater	Global applicability; Arctic to tropical waters
Certifications	CE, RoHS, IP68	EU market compliant; environmentally safe materials
MOQ (Stock / Standard)	100 pieces (green color)	Low entry barrier for tackle shops and trial orders
MOQ (OEM / Custom)	1,000 pieces	Custom colors, logos, packaging, labels, barcodes
Standard Packaging	OPP bag (individual unit)	Cost-effective for bulk distributors
Custom Packaging	Printed retail boxes, blister packs, instruction cards	Retail-ready for Amazon, eBay, Shopify sellers
Sample Lead Time	5-7 days via DHL / FedEx	Fast verification before bulk commitment
Bulk Lead Time	20-25 days (up to 5,000 pcs)	30-35 days for 5,000-20,000 pcs; 40-45 days for OEM
Ready Stock	30,000 pieces (green, solid mode)	Urgent orders fulfilled without production delay

XC188 vs Traditional Reusable Deep Drop Fishing Lights: 10 Key Differences

Feature	XC188 (Disposable)	Traditional Reusable Deep Drop Light	Why It Matters
Weight	51 g	1 – 3 kg	Eliminates ballast drag on deep-drop rigs; allows lighter line classes and faster descent to target depth, reducing crew physical strain.
Power Source	Built-in 3.7V battery Ready to use out of box	External 12V – 24V DC Wiring & inverter required	No deck cables, no battery packs, no electrical failure at sea. Drop-and-fish simplicity reduces crew workload and deck clutter.
Maintenance	Zero maintenance Use and discard	Regular charging, O-ring replacement, corrosion cleaning	Cuts vessel downtime and spare-parts inventory. No technician visits for seal or battery repairs during critical fishing windows.
Depth Rating	1,000 m tested (1,000 – 1,500 m rated)	150 – 500 m typical High-end units: 800 m	Access deeper species (tilefish, swordfish, grouper, deep-sea snapper) without pressure-failure risk on reusable housings.
Runtime	1,000 hrs (solid) 4,000 – 5,000 hrs (strobe)	4 – 12 hrs per charge	One XC188 lasts an entire season or multi-day longline set. No mid-trip recharging logistics or generator fuel costs.
Activation	Water-activated automatic On in 3 seconds	Manual switch or wired control	No forgotten switches. Light turns on when submerged, off when dried—reducing accidental battery drain by 15-20%.
Deployment Prep	< 10 seconds Tie and drop	5 – 15 minutes Wiring, battery check, sealing	Faster line setting = more hooks in the water per shift. Critical for commercial quota windows and charter trip turnover.
Storage & Transport	Compact carton No hazmat restrictions	Bulky cases + lithium battery shipping rules	Lower freight cost per unit and simpler international logistics for distributors importing by sea or air freight.
Unit Price (Wholesale)	Contact for bulk pricing High volume = low unit cost	$50 – $150 per unit Plus charger & cable costs	Disposable lights shift cost from capital expenditure (CAPEX) to operational expenditure (OPEX), improving distributor cash flow.
OEM / Private Label	Available MOQ 1,000 pcs	Rare or high-MOQ only	Distributors can build their own brand without investing in mold tooling or electronics R&D. Fast private-label launch.

Best For: 4 Ideal Applications

• Commercial Longline Fishing Fleets – Deploy 200-500 XC188 units per vessel on swordfish, tuna, and shark longlines. The 1,000-1,500m depth rating and 360° LED visibility ensure attraction across the entire water column, while the 51g weight eliminates ballast drag on heavy gear.
• Deep-Sea Charter Operations – Outfit multiple rods with disposable lights for tilefish, grouper, and snapper trips at 300-1,000m depths. Water-activated switching means zero crew intervention; strobe mode provides 4,000-5,000 hours of continuous attraction across hundreds of charter trips.
• Marine Tackle Wholesalers & E-Commerce Distributors – Stock a high-margin SKU with low MOQ (100 pcs). The compact 3.5×9cm size and OPP bag packaging minimize warehousing costs. OEM branding from 1,000 pcs enables Amazon, eBay, and Shopify private-label sellers to launch unique product lines.
• Crab, Shrimp & Lobster Trap / Pot Fisheries – Attach XC188 lights to trap entrance panels to increase catch rates by 25-40% (industry data). The 1.8-3.0mm line holes fit standard trap rigging, and the disposable design eliminates the need to retrieve and recharge lights from hundreds of submerged pots.

Factory Profile: SIKES Technology Co., Ltd.

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