The ITALO 2 Urban TS LED catenary street light is a specialized luminaire engineered for mid-street installations suspended on steel cables, making it an ideal solution where traditional pole-mounted lighting is impractical or undesirable. As the suspended version of the renowned ITALO series, it combines technical precision with design versatility, offering cities and architects a flexible approach to urban lighting. With its high optical efficiency and multiple beam configurations, it represents a complete and reliable solution for modern LED catenary lighting applications.
Beyond city environments, the ITALO 2 Urban TS is equally suited for large, open areas such as railway terminals and transportation hubs, where powerful yet unobtrusive illumination is required. Its suspended configuration provides optimal light distribution without physical obstructions, ensuring a clear and comfortable visual environment. The luminaire’s non-invasive design also makes it ideal for use in architecturally sensitive or historic settings, where maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the streetscape is essential. A notable example is its use in Milan’s Scala district, where it provides uniform, high-quality light across wide streets while preserving the character of the urban landscape.
In cultural and high-traffic areas such as Milan’s Navigli district, ITALO 2 Urban TS has helped restore nighttime vibrancy and safety. Its efficient LED light enhances visibility and visual comfort, encouraging residents to experience the city’s neighborhoods after dark. The luminaire is available with symmetrical optics for both central road lighting (TS) and urban or green area applications (S), and it offers a standard 4000K color temperature with an optional 3000K version. With a color rendering index of ≥70 and 100% light output ratio (LOR, DLOR), it guarantees maximum optical performance without upward light loss, ensuring compliance with dark-sky requirements.
Technically, the ITALO 2 Urban TS achieves LED source efficiency up to 168 lm/W at 525 mA and 85°C, offering both insulation Class I and II options, IP66 ingress protection, and IK09 impact resistance. The fixture weighs approximately 12 kg, with an exposed surface of 0.06 m² (side) and 0.25 m² (top). It supports suspended mounting on cables between 5 mm and 12 mm in diameter, with adjustable tilt angles of ±15° on the horizontal plane and full 360° rotation on the vertical axis. Its modular design allows for removable and replaceable LED modules and gear trays, simplifying maintenance and future upgrades.
Built to withstand harsh outdoor environments, the ITALO 2 Urban TS operates reliably between -40°C and +50°C, with a rated input voltage of 220–240V (50/60Hz) and a power factor greater than 0.9 at full load. Surge protection up to 10kV is integrated, with optional enhanced SPD (10kV/10kA, type 2+3) featuring LED indication and thermal fuse disconnection at end-of-life. The luminaire includes an on-load switch with an integrated cable clamp and supports cable connections up to 4 mm² in section.
For control and smart lighting integration, the ITALO 2 Urban TS offers multiple configurations, including fixed power, automatic or custom dimming profiles (DA, DAC), constant light flux (FLC), wireless single-point communication (WL), DALI digital dimming, and compatibility with both NEMA 7-pin (ANSI C136.41) and ZHAGA 4-pin (Book 18) sockets. These options allow municipalities to integrate the luminaire into advanced lighting management systems for improved efficiency and adaptability.
Constructed from high-grade materials, the luminaire’s heat sink, lower frame, and upper canopy are made of die-cast aluminium (UNI EN1706) with a durable powder-coated finish, while the fixing components are stainless steel (AISI 316L) for corrosion resistance. The closure hook is extruded aluminium with a stainless steel spring mechanism. Its optical system is manufactured from 99.85% pure aluminium with a 99.95% vacuum-sealed surface deposition, achieving A+ optical grade according to DIN EN 16268 standards. The flat 4 mm tempered glass screen ensures protection and optical clarity, while the IP68-rated metallic cable gland (M20x1.5) and polyurethane gasket guarantee a long-lasting seal against moisture and dust.
With its combination of technical excellence, aesthetic sensitivity, and environmental responsibility, the ITALO 2 Urban TS represents a benchmark in catenary street lighting. It enhances urban safety, preserves architectural character, and supports sustainable city development with high optical precision, robust construction, and full integration into smart lighting networks.
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