Pentair (619818Z) Intellibrite 5g aftermarket upgrade

This video captures my experience in upgrading the Pentair Intellibrite 5g color LED light fixture with the aftermarket kit from Florida Sunseeker. Easy DIY, miles better, , brighter, significantly better price, you name it. flaled.com

[@adamwallace7072]

Big thing to note… I discovered that these Sunseekers won’t communicate with the Intellicenter, meaning you won’t be able to remotely change the light color like you can with the 5g. The only way to change the color is to turn the light on and off. For me, that was a deal breaker.

[@christopherfisher1694]

No doubt. Thanks for confirming that!

[@Son_of_Aragorn]

How has the sunseeker worked so far after 6 years?

[@kartencarter8135]

Thx, just spent $700 to put new pool light in but I will use this hack for next time.😃

[@davidstanley9547]

Karten Carter bummer. Sorry to hear. When in fails in a year go this route. 🤪

[@pfffff]

You may find you have the internal transformer, if you do test the old board (use your garden lights they are 12v). If it is your transformer you can remove with a hot knife (soldering iron) and drill just ne careful. Cheaper then replacing the entire housing & cord. New transformer is only 40$. Sell the pentair if still good.

[@michaeldamico5152]

Thanks for the video. Can you help me with how to convert the two Push-on Connectors that come from the Transformer to the Modular Plug that comes with the Aftermarket kit?

[@davidstanley9547]

I am a customer. So I would encourage you to go to their website and call them. They are great. That would be an easy modification.

[@jeromereese2705]

You skipped the best part the instal of the light

[@illpaynefx]

I’m going through this right now. The original people that built the people told me I have to buy a new and run the cable again. Also they said that I can’t replace the LED board. They told ‘e $900. These people are tripping.

[@davidstanley9547]

Absolutely. They are crap quality from the original maker too. You can’t go wrong with these guys. I suggest you call them to be absolutely sure which to get as you might need full housing and cable it sounds like. Those are literally tear out the old install the new. Super easy.

[@gregmchugh3621]

I have the Pentair intellibrite 5g with the Pentair 600054 Intellibrite controller the blue and white lights are out with green and red working, Will this fix the problem and will it work together with my controller. the system is 120/12v

[@davidstanley9547]

I would think...Absolutely, just reach out to Florida Sunseeker and tell them what you have and replace the light board.

[@maggiebrattoli383]

It’s been 4 years or so. Is the Replacement still working ?

[@davidstanley9547]

Sure is. Zero issues or servicing needed

[@andyh8239]

I'm looking to purchase some pool lights (new construction) Seems this is a retrofit? Is the "Pool Tone 16 color LED Pool light / 12V" an entire assembly? Where do you purchase a controller to run RGB / W etc ? Also; would a controller eliminate the need to use a Lutron switch? (I actually already use the Caseta ecosystem, but just saying.)

[@davidstanley9547]

This one is retrofit bulb into existing housing. The controller is on the board of the bulb assembly. You do need the switch as the remote interface to power on and off like any light switch. Flipping the switch on and off fast changes the light color. They do sell whole new assemblies though. For half one cost with all the benefit of this system for brightness, colors, etc. give them a call and they will help you choose what’s right for the job.

[@rickhart3079]

David, this is great and very informative. I actually have 2 Pentair lights model 601000 and also my spa light that stopped functioning. All told $1500+ in lights that have a short lifespan. I have a couple questions I'm hoping you may know the answers to: I use the Pentair Intellitouch controller, do you know if these lights will work with my Pentair controller and do you know if they offer a spa light? Thank you for posting this.

[@davidstanley9547]

yes and yes. Just call them and talk to them . You will speak with the guy that actually makes them. :-) . www.florida-sunseeker.com/collections/pentair-spa-lights

[@rickhart3079]

@@comingsoon6001 Yes, I changed both pool lights and the spa light. All my lights were exactly the same process. My pentair remote control works for both as well. No issues.

[@HEAVENLYTUNESDJANGEL]

Hi David, do you have a 120 or 12v ? Do you have a transformer between your switch and bad pentair led light?

[@davidstanley9547]

120v system so pretty straight forward

[@HEAVENLYTUNESDJANGEL]

@@davidstanley9547 confusing because the intelligent 5g is Available in 120-V and 12-V versions. And I'm assuming the 12-v uses an external transformer. If is 120v that means both lights got a transformer in the back. Thanks for your time

[@davidstanley9547]

@@HEAVENLYTUNESDJANGEL as i am just a customer i cant go deep on the tech. I believe it is auto switching. Call the company as the support team is excellent.

[@longbeach2587]

Hey - can you explain which wire you plugged into which? Mine came with a black and red on the replacement and my fixture has just the two white wires into J1 and J4 on the circuit board.

[@davidstanley9547]

did you get this sorted? Sorry, just saw the message. Should not matter which one connects to which.

[@longbeach2587]

@@davidstanley9547 yeah we took the plunge so to speak that day and just hooked it up. It didnt lie flat though so the board is at an angle but doesn't bother the performance - light looks great in the pool with all the selections

[@johngutierrez2764]

Hey Long Beach, did you just cut the quick connect off of the part and splice wire direct? Guessing it didn’t matter which wire you connect to, right?

[@matthewsaab]

Is it still working? I'm on my 3rd awful intellibrite!

[@davidstanley9547]

Like a boss. Man I love that light.

[@hnng3919]

What is the voltage required for the boards, both new and old. I want to make sure my transformer is working before buying new board. Thx

[@davidstanley9547]

go to their website and look at product details. They have several versions depending on your system. Still unsure, call them. Great phone support!

[@johngutierrez2764]

Hi David, I have 2 of these on the way as I had 1 of my pentairs go out so figured I’d just replace both. I just pulled out the lights and I’m slightly concerned. My boards do not have the quick connect on the wires. The wires go straight to the terminals. How do I proceed??

[@davidstanley9547]

i would reach out direct to the manufacturer. They are quick and you will likely talk to the guy that actually made them.

[@bradgro2921]

John. Did you ever get this resolved?

[@johngutierrez2764]

Brad Gro, yes I did! the aftermarket lights I got from Sunseeker (FLALED.com) came with “Tab style” terminals that just popped right on the Pentair lights. Very easy and VERY happy with these lights so far. Hoping they last me a very long time

[@slaz_snipezz7869]

I am about to buy the Florida Sunseeker replacement for my Pentair Intellibrite 5G ( lasted one month and now I got only the red color working , the ugliest). I am afraid to get in the water to remove the light, is it safe?

[@davidstanley9547]

it is. I would call them though to tell them what is happening. would be interesting to see if you had a leak in your housing that damaged the light itself. Their service is excellent and he can steer you in a confident manner. to be safe a possible, make sure to kill the breaker that powers it.

[@slaz_snipezz7869]

@@davidstanley9547 no it's the Pentair that lasted a month and there's no leaks or anything it's famous for the bad circuit boards which is why I'm going with the Florida one and thanks!

[@marioreyes1370]

Hi david whats the part number for that kit

[@davidstanley9547]

this one. www.florida-sunseeker.com/collections/boards/products/pentair-619818z-kit-intellibrite-5g-pcba-pool-aftermarket

[@frogers48]

hey man was wondering how this has held up for you after a year and some months. Worth it?

[@davidstanley9547]

Awesome. It is on everyday from sunset to about 11pm or when i go to bed. As good today as the day installed.

[@thomasN1776]

Mine died after 3yrs. It went from $199 to $299 now. Trying to figure out a different way now.

[@cbharis]

Would you mind elaborating on how bright it is at night compared to the Pentair? I did love how bright mine was before it died.. I just tried to power on my Pentair and it's dead! :(

[@davidstanley9547]

cbharis I would say easily 3 times brighter. So rich in color compared. No other option after installing this.

[@floridasunseeker8905]

Based on our testing using commercial meters it is about 3 times brighter.

[@sinman4209]

Florida Sunseeker I need one

[@tulio3571]

Hi there is this a 120 v system and if it is do they make a 12 v ? thanks

[@davidstanley9547]

either or. Look on the website for the model you need and it explains the Voltage option

[@martinmoraga8133]

Can you post a video where you show how bright the light is?

[@marijuanamomma428]

Yes please! We’re in the market & would like to see the finished product. My husband is wanting to get the pentair & I think it’s a waste of $

[@matthewsaab]

I can’t find the replacement led light online- gone?

[@miles267]

Has anyone used these with Pentair ScreenLogic?

[@davidstanley9547]

sorry, no experience there. that said, should not be an issue as it just turns on and off like any other switched device. Only question would be the on off cycling to change the light color. Call Florida Sunseeker...they will know.

[@johnhanischsr2318]

How well has the light lasted?

[@davidstanley9547]

see above reply. It is terrific. Only wish i knew of them 3 years earlier as i would have built the pool with 4 lights instead of the 1.

[@beronicahonores8028]

Can you provide the Mfgr and part number for the replacement LED. 12 Volts. Looking for 200W brightness

[@davidstanley9547]

Beronica Honores you need to go to Floridasunseeker.com and I would call and tell them what you have and need to replace. They will tell you what to replace it with. Lots of options so need to get it right.

[@beronicahonores8028]

David Stanley Thank you very much!

[@josephfink437]

Not great dude. I have the same thing but the section I need which is taking out the old light engine and replacing with the Funseeker. Mine doesn't fit. You just went from showing the installed Pentair to the installed Sunseeker. And then spent FOREVER on Apple BS!

[@davidstanley9547]

Joseph Fink it is literally 4 nuts and 2 connectors already wired. Sorry you struggled with the complexity. And it is Apple AND Alexa. Good luck. 🍀

[@davidstanley9547]

A little shake on the intro but transition gets rid of it.

[@floridasunseeker8905]

David, very cool, glad you like our upgrade kit. Thanks for the props. Believe it or not there is no replacement for sale if you happen to have the smaller spa sized version so we made made one for that as well. Both versions can be found here: www.florida-sunseeker.com/collections/pentair-intelibrite

[@mikefortunato9800]

Skipped most important step.

[@bowty_mcboatface]

Informative video but FYI:. Proper respectful flag protocol is that it only be used as a ... flag. Obviously you meant no disrespect, but it is indeed disrespectful to use it otherwise. Veterans and others would reprimand you severely. No judgement from me, just sayin'.

[@davidstanley9547]

As an Army veteran i appreciate your concern. BUT, that is a towel. :-)

[@tgeorgelas]

@@davidstanley9547 David, great video! I too am an 32 year military vet. It is a towel and that is even more disrespectful than a shirt or other article of clothing.

[@davidstanley9547]

@@tgeorgelas I get the association. I take it on board and respect your opinion and service.

[@ScottSellsSoCal]

Omg grow up people..... I’m gonna call the whaaaaaaaaabulance

[@jmo6722]

A Chinese thin cheap knockoff is not an upgrade it’s just a cheap replacement

[@davidstanley9547]

Cute. these are made in the USA by a small family business. I have had zero issues with it. And installed it back when i posted the review. I guess that shows good longevity. and it is on about 6 hours per day. the pentair original laster 4 years so... If you have nothing positive to say then this is probably not the place for you to say things. BTW, I am just a regular customer with no skin in the game.