Mainstays 18-Foot Linkable Warm-White Rope Light

Add a warm decorative glow to patios, gardens, railings, and indoor living spaces with the Mainstays Linkable Rope Light. Its flexible 18-foot tube contains 216 warm-white incandescent lights and can be connected with up to nine additional compatible sets for longer displays.

A mounting kit is included for convenient installation, and the rope light is ETL listed for compatible indoor and outdoor applications.

Key Features

• 18-foot lighted length

• 216 warm-white incandescent lights

• Flexible rope-light construction

• Linkable with up to 10 compatible sets

• Maximum combined lighted length of approximately 180 feet

• Mounting hardware included

• Suitable for approved indoor and outdoor installations

• Water-resistant enclosed rope

• ETL listed

• Warm, cozy illumination

• Suitable for permanent-looking or seasonal décor

Suggested Uses

The rope light can outline or accent compatible areas such as:

• Patios and porches

• Gardens and landscaping

• Deck railings

• Fences

• Windows and doorways

• Stair or hallway edges

• Party and gathering spaces

• Seasonal displays

Do not use the rope light in locations prohibited by the included instructions.

Linkable Design

Up to 10 compatible Mainstays rope-light sets can be connected end to end. Ten 18-foot sets provide a maximum combined lighted length of approximately 180 feet.

Do not exceed the manufacturer’s 10-set limit. Connect only identical or expressly compatible products, and securely install the supplied end caps and connection covers.

Incandescent Lighting

The tube contains 216 warm-white incandescent lamps, providing a traditional amber-toned glow. Incandescent lights generally use more electricity and produce more heat than comparable LED rope lights.

• Do not operate the light while tightly coiled.

• Keep it away from fabrics and other heat-sensitive materials.

• Allow it to cool before handling or storing.

• Do not cover the rope while illuminated.

What’s Included

• 1 Mainstays 18-foot rope light

• Mounting hardware

The exact number and type of mounting clips or fasteners are not specified in the supplied information.

Product Specifications

Installation Guidance

• Unroll and inspect the entire rope before installation.

• Test the lights before mounting.

• Use only the supplied or manufacturer-approved clips and fasteners.

• Do not use nails, staples, or screws through the rope.

• Avoid sharp bends, kinks, crushing, stretching, and twisting.

• Maintain the minimum bend radius stated in the instructions.

• Keep the power cord and connections free from strain.

• Mount the rope where it will not create a trip or entanglement hazard.

• Do not install through walls, ceilings, doors, or windows unless expressly permitted.

• Do not cut or modify the rope light.

Outdoor Electrical Safety

Although the enclosed rope is described as waterproof, that claim should not be assumed to apply equally to plugs, end caps, connections, or the power cord.

• Connect to a GFCI-protected outdoor receptacle.

• Keep plugs and connectors elevated and protected from standing water.

• Do not submerge any part of the system.

• Do not use it in pools, fountains, ponds, or other bodies of water.

• Ensure every unused connector has its protective cap installed.

• Stop use if the rope, cord, plug, or connection is damaged.

• Follow all wet-location instructions supplied with the product.

Care and Storage

• Disconnect power before cleaning or adjusting the light.

• Wipe it with a soft, lightly dampened cloth.

• Do not immerse it or use abrasive cleaners.

• Let it dry fully before reconnecting power.

• Store loosely coiled in a cool, dry location.

• Avoid tight bends that could damage internal wiring.

• Inspect the rope and electrical connections before each reuse.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the rope light?

It has an 18-foot total lighted length.

How many lights does it contain?

The rope contains 216 warm-white incandescent lights.

Can multiple sets be connected?

Yes. Up to 10 compatible sets can be linked together.

What is the maximum combined length?

Ten 18-foot sets provide approximately 180 feet of lighted length.

Are the lights LED?

No. The supplied description identifies them as incandescent.

Can it be used outdoors?

Yes, in approved outdoor installations when installed according to the instructions. Electrical connections must be protected from water.

Is it waterproof?

The rope itself is described as waterproof, but it must not be submerged. Do not assume that plugs, connectors, and other electrical components have the same protection.

Is mounting hardware included?

Yes. A mounting kit is included.

Can the rope light be cut to length?

It is not identified as cuttable. Do not cut or modify it.

Is it safety certified?

Yes. It is ETL listed.