The Ayrton Nando 502 Wash is a remarkably compact and versatile luminaire, engineered specifically for professional stage lighting across both indoor and outdoor environments—including those with high salt exposure. It features a minimalist design that maximizes accessibility to all functionalities while maintaining a lightweight profile. Ayrton has achieved a 20% reduction in overall weight by refining the thickness of aluminum components, optimizing the cooling system, simplifying the lens guidance, and incorporating low-density optical materials. At its core, the Nando 502 Wash houses twelve high-performance 40W RGB-L LED sources paired with a proprietary optical system. This includes a 210 mm PMMA cluster working in tandem with twelve glass light guides featuring an output surface structured with optical micro-elements, enabling superior color integration and reproduction.
This luminaire delivers a powerful luminous flux of 11,000 lumens, with a rich and even mix of pastel and saturated hues. The unit excels in color accuracy, offering a high CRI above 86 and seamless transitions between beam and wash modes, thanks to its 15:1 zoom ratio and variable range from 3.5° to 53°. The inclusion of a black honeycomb structure and precise separation of light sources significantly enhances contrast. The front lens features anti-reflective glass for optimal visual clarity, and the unit includes a specialized submersible ventilation system that ensures effective cooling even without waterproof compartmentalization. Users benefit from a comprehensive library of pre-programmed color options and a vast range of effects, all easily controlled through separate LED source control channels.
Optically, the Nando 502 Wash is equipped with a two-element high-resolution zoom system, a fast motorized zoom, and a robust 210 mm front lens. Its twelve RGB-L LED sources each deliver 1,000 lumens, offering a total output of up to 11,000 lumens and a rated lifespan of up to 40,000 hours. The light is flicker-free, making it suitable for television and video recording applications. Movement is handled with precision via high-resolution stepper motors controlled through microprocessors, offering smooth pan (540°) and tilt (270°) operations with automatic repositioning.
Color control is advanced, providing rich RGB-L blending that ensures uniform beams without color shadows, and access to a virtual color wheel with preset white color temperatures. The system supports 4.29 billion color variations at 8-bit resolution. Effect capabilities include 2D and 3D graphics, beam and wash pattern overlays, individual pixel control, and speed/fade adjustments for scenic designs. Dimming is fully electronic, supporting smooth adjustments from 0 to 100% without affecting color, while strobe functions range from 1 to 25 flashes per second.
Software features include both local and remote DMX addressing through a built-in LCD control panel or standard RDM DMX controller. The information menu provides access to runtime counters, temperature readouts, and firmware details. The hardware is robust, with an IP65-rated enclosure and connectors, a graphic LCD screen with five navigation buttons, and protections against overheating. Integrated wireless connectivity is enabled by a built-in CRMX TiMo RDM receiver from LumenRadio. The unit supports DMX 512, ArtNet, and sACN protocols and offers standalone, master, and slave modes.
Power is managed through an electronic supply with active PFC, supporting voltages from 100 to 240V at 50/60Hz with a maximum draw of 550W. The advanced cooling system features variable speed fans with selectable auto, stage, and silent operation modes. Its housing is constructed from aluminum and steel, with die-cast aluminum for the base and head, fire-retardant ABS PC covers, and heavy-duty feet for stability. The unit includes side handles and a dual Omega bracket mounting system for easy installation, and can operate in all positions, including floor or truss mount. It withstands ambient temperatures between -20 °C and 45 °C and requires a minimum operating distance of one meter.
The Nando 502 Wash complies with EU EMC and LVD directives as well as US safety and EMC standards including UL 1573 and FCC Part 15. The fixture measures 340 x 474 x 268 mm (L x H x D), making it an ultra-efficient and high-performance lighting solution for demanding stage environments.
