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Base Adapter by Aurora Deck Lighting
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Quick Overview
Sizes Available: 3", 3-5/8", 4-1/16", 4-3/8, 4-5/8", 5-1/16", 6-1/16" and 6-5/8"
Colors Available: Black, Bronze, White, Natural Brown, Clay, and Tan
(FREE color samples, call 1-888-824-5316 or click here!)
Base adapters replace postcaps existing base by simply removing 4 screws and swapping bases. Click here to view online installation instructions.
Colors Available: Black, Bronze, White, Natural Brown, Clay, and Tan
(FREE color samples, call 1-888-824-5316 or click here!)
Base adapters replace postcaps existing base by simply removing 4 screws and swapping bases. Click here to view online installation instructions.
Product Description
With Aurora Base Adapters, you can convert Aurora post caps and lights for a solid fit on unique-sized posts. They come in 12 colors matching the post caps and lights, with the same durable powder coated finish.
Field assembly is required to remove existing light base or post cap top via four Phillips screws. Estimate 1-2 minutes per base. Click here to view online installation instructions.
Not sure what color to choose?
We are happy to send out color samples. Just give us a call toll-free at 1-888-824-5316, or click here us to request FREE color samples.
How do Aurora post caps and base adapters work?
To fit a standard size post cap or post cap light onto a unique size post, you simply switch out the original base on the Aurora post cap for an Aurora base adapter. The base adapter should be slightly larger than the post size.
Determining the post cap size needed:
Always measure the actual post that you’re working with. Most standard 4 x 4 deck posts actually measure 3-1/2” x 3-1/2”. As a result, any post caps or post cap lights installed on standard wood deck posts should have a base opening of 3-5/8”. The newer composites add a level of complexity as some 4 x 4 composite posts range from 3-1/2” to 4-1/2”.
Determining if a base adapter is needed:
Once a post size is determined, look on DecksDirect.com to see if the desired light or post cap is available in the size needed. If the light or post cap size you need is listed on the product page, only that product needs to be ordered. If the post cap is not available in the size needed, a post cap adapter may be added to the post cap to convert a post cap to a different size.
Choosing a base adapter size:
The base adapter you choose should be slightly larger than your post. by 1/8” to 1/4”. This allows the cap to slide over the post during installation, and for the post material to expand and contract with temperature changes.
Choosing a post cap size:
Once a base adapter size is determined, use the information below to choose a post cap size.
• Base adapter sizes 3", 3-5/8", 4-1/16", 4-3/8, 4-5/8" or 5-1/16" - post cap size needed is 3-5/8”.
• Base adapter size 6-1⁄16” and 6-5/8" - post cap size needed is 5-9⁄16”.
• Go to on-line lighting guide
• Download Lighting Guide .pdf
(4.50 MB)
Field assembly is required to remove existing light base or post cap top via four Phillips screws. Estimate 1-2 minutes per base. Click here to view online installation instructions.
Not sure what color to choose?
We are happy to send out color samples. Just give us a call toll-free at 1-888-824-5316, or click here us to request FREE color samples.
Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Bronze, White, Natural Brown, Clay, and Tan |
| Material Type | Powder Coated Aluminum |
| Sizes | 3-5/8", 4-1/16", 4-3/8", 4-5/8", 5-1/16", 6-1/16" and 6-5/8" |
| Dimensions (width x depth x height) | 3" = n/a 3-5/8" = 5-1/4" x 5-1/4" x 1-1/2" 4-1/16" = n/a 4-3/8" = 5-1/4" x 5-1/4" x 1-1/2" 4-5/8" = 5-1/4" x 5-1/4" x 1-1/2" 5-1/16" = 5-1/16" x 5-1/16" x 2-1/2" 6-1/16" = 8" x 8" x 2-1/2" 6-5/8" = n/a |
| Inset Measurement | About 1" except 5-9/16" which is 1-3/4" |
| Included Accessories | Color Matched Installation Screws |
| Warranty | Limited One Year Warranty |
| Other | Compatible with Aurora brand products only |
How do Aurora post caps and base adapters work?
To fit a standard size post cap or post cap light onto a unique size post, you simply switch out the original base on the Aurora post cap for an Aurora base adapter. The base adapter should be slightly larger than the post size.
Determining the post cap size needed:
Always measure the actual post that you’re working with. Most standard 4 x 4 deck posts actually measure 3-1/2” x 3-1/2”. As a result, any post caps or post cap lights installed on standard wood deck posts should have a base opening of 3-5/8”. The newer composites add a level of complexity as some 4 x 4 composite posts range from 3-1/2” to 4-1/2”.
Determining if a base adapter is needed:
Once a post size is determined, look on DecksDirect.com to see if the desired light or post cap is available in the size needed. If the light or post cap size you need is listed on the product page, only that product needs to be ordered. If the post cap is not available in the size needed, a post cap adapter may be added to the post cap to convert a post cap to a different size.
Choosing a base adapter size:
The base adapter you choose should be slightly larger than your post. by 1/8” to 1/4”. This allows the cap to slide over the post during installation, and for the post material to expand and contract with temperature changes.
Choosing a post cap size:
Once a base adapter size is determined, use the information below to choose a post cap size.
• Base adapter sizes 3", 3-5/8", 4-1/16", 4-3/8, 4-5/8" or 5-1/16" - post cap size needed is 3-5/8”.
• Base adapter size 6-1⁄16” and 6-5/8" - post cap size needed is 5-9⁄16”.
Lighting Guide
DecksDirect.com created this Lighting Guide to empower you with the basics of lighting options, deck light planning and deck light installation.• Go to on-line lighting guide
• Download Lighting Guide .pdf
(4.50 MB)Additional Information
| Manufacturer | Aurora Deck Lighting |
| Documentation |
Installation Instructions (736 KB) Manufacturer Documentation (979 KB) |
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