Xscape mini-downlighters give an intense white light with very low current consumption

(27/11/2008)

Illuminex has announced its new Xscape range of mini-downlighters. Designed to replace a standard downlighter ceiling fitting, the units use a high output solid state light source to give an intense, pure white bright light with very low current consumption.

The control electronics are contained in a separate lightweight module that can be inserted through the mounting hole in a suspended ceiling. To enable the units to blend into a wide selection of popular decors, seven different bezels, which simply screw onto the body of the unit, are available. Lenses has been specifically designed for corridor and open area applications, to give an even spread of light across a wide area.

The units are environmentally friendly, offering long life, low energy consumption and easy end of life disposal. The light source is more than 40 times brighter than a conventional LED and has a life expectancy of 60,000 hours - 4 times that of a fluorescent lamp.

Under European legislation, electrical and electronic components have to be disposed of safely, or where possible, recycled. The rechargeable lithium ion batteries used in the Xscape family contain no dangerous heavy metals such as lead or cadmium that are commonly found in alternative batteries.

The units can be installed as stand-alone devices or networked systems, enable all areas within the premises to be provided with the optimum type of emergency lighting. All units have embedded intelligence that monitor the key parameters and self-test the unit to meet the legislative requirements specified in BS 5266-1 2005, BS5266-8 2004 (BSEN50172) and BS 5266-7:1999 (EN1838).

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