Hyphen Recessed is a high-performance architectural luminaire that redefines general area illumination and downlighting with its ultra-narrow, linear aesthetic and advanced optical capabilities. Available in discrete 10-inch and 20-inch forms, Hyphen Recessed delivers clean, continuous lines of light and embodies a minimalist design language that seamlessly integrates with modern interiors. Whether installed as a standalone fixture or in coordinated compositions, Hyphen extends the distinctive 0.71-inch optical aesthetic shared with the Fluxwerx Portal and Lines families, creating a unified, visually refined lighting portfolio.
Hyphen Recessed is available in both fixed and adjustable versions, offering a comprehensive range of options including single and twin optic configurations, multiple outputs, beam distributions, and mounting choices. With trim and trimless options, Hyphen integrates effortlessly into drywall, grid, or structural ceilings and accommodates plenum depths from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches. The adjustable version enables a 60° lateral range of motion, adding directional flexibility to the system.
The luminaire features proprietary transparent vertical optics specifically engineered for LED sources, producing outstanding beam control, energy efficiency, and visual comfort. Optical distributions include wide, medium, and narrow elliptical beam spreads, with a standout 30°x75° narrow elliptical option ideal for highlighting features in retail or hospitality environments, creating continuous vertical coverage, or achieving greater spacing in corridors. These optics transcend the limitations of typical point-source lighting, providing uniform illumination, reduced energy density, and efficacies exceeding 125 lm/W.
Precision-molded, high-transmittance clear acrylic lenses, coupled with anidolic optical structures, ensure excellent light shaping and distribution. Light engines are offered in 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, and 4000K with options for 80+ or 90+ CRI and precise color binning within 2 SDCM. The LED system is designed for long-term reliability with L80 lumen maintenance projected at 72,000 hours.
Constructed from architectural-grade aluminum and 22-gauge steel, Hyphen Recessed housings are available in standard white, metallic silver, and black textured powdercoat finishes, with custom RAL colors also offered. Color selections can be specified by component, providing maximum design flexibility. The fixture is UL listed for the U.S. and Canada, IC rated, CCEA Chicago Plenum approved, and compliant with Title 24 JA8 and Energy Star for select 90 CRI versions. It is also Living Building Challenge (LBC) Declared.
Hyphen’s electrical system incorporates integral high-efficiency drivers supporting 120–277V at 50–60Hz, with transformer options available for 347V installations. Power factor exceeds 0.9, and total harmonic distortion remains under 20–23% depending on the driver. Standard dimming is down to 3%, with optional dimming to 1% or 0.1%. Emergency options include a 10W Class 2 battery pack for 90-minute operation and generator transfer devices that maintain full light output during power outages. Optional 6-foot pre-wired flex whips are available, and the system meets ANSI and NEMA surge and inrush current protection standards.
Designed for dry and damp indoor environments with ambient temperatures between 0–30°C (32–86°F), Hyphen Recessed is not suitable for corrosive atmospheres or natatorium use. Care should be taken to avoid exposure to harsh chemicals or cleaning agents. Maintenance is simple: a press-to-release optic module allows tool-free access to the driver from below, making installation and servicing straightforward.
Hyphen Recessed represents a pure synthesis of technology and design—balancing precision optics, visual comfort, modern aesthetics, and sustainable performance. It is a luminaire that enables architects and designers to illuminate space with elegance, control, and creativity.
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