I have a Daiwa Exceller 2000 (US model) which I currently use on a 7" lightweight rod (92 grams, c.w. 6-12 grams) for seatrout... no problems at all. In fact the 1500 and 2000 models have the same body's, only somewhat different spools. However Daiwa reccomends the 2000 models for UL saltwaterapplications.
In fact I like it that much, that I'm planning buying a Daiwa Freams Kix 2000 for finesse fishing for seabass with another 7' rod (c.w. 7-20 grams) this season.