The K-EYE HCR by Claypaky is a high-performance LED wash light designed to deliver exceptional control over both white and colored light. Central to its innovation is the exclusive HCR (High Color Rendering) technology, developed in collaboration with Osram to address common issues associated with LED fixtures—such as incomplete color range, low color rendering, and poor consistency when compared to traditional lamps. With the K-EYE HCR, these limitations have been fully overcome, allowing lighting designers to achieve a full spectrum of colors, nuanced shades, and superior light quality with confidence.
At the core of the K-EYE HCR is a powerful LED engine made up of 37 LED modules, each incorporating six colors: red, green, blue, amber, cyan, and lime. This unique combination enables the fixture to achieve an extensive and rich color palette with excellent spectrum coverage. The result is not only vivid and accurate color rendering but also the ability to finely tune color temperatures between 2500K and 8000K, enhanced by CTO and RAGCB correction controls.
The fixture offers advanced control modes including RAW, HSL, RGB, and CMY, enabling users to select the most suitable interface for their design needs. Whether emulating traditional lamps with its Halo Emulation (covering outputs equivalent to 750W to 2500W halogen lamps), adjusting gamma curves per color, or utilizing 80 pre-programmed color macros, the K-EYE HCR ensures versatility for both stage and studio applications. The 16-bit electronic dimmer and fast strobe (up to 24 flashes per second) add dynamic flexibility, with instant blackout and variable speed effects.
Optically, the K-EYE HCR features a linear electronic zoom ranging from 7° to 53°, supported by a rod-bar mixing system that ensures even color blending across the beam. Its total lumen output reaches an impressive 11,000 lumens, with a CRI consistently above 97, offering superb performance for applications where accurate color rendering is essential.
In terms of connectivity and control, the fixture supports 27 or 31 DMX channels and is compatible with sACN, RDM, Art-Net, and WebServer protocols. It features a backlit graphic LCD display with a long-life buffer battery for menu navigation even when unplugged. Movement is precise and fluid, offering 540° pan and 210° tilt with 16-bit resolution and fine adjustment capabilities.
The K-EYE HCR is built for durability and ease of use, with an aluminum structure, die-cast plastic covers, and ergonomic side handles. Locking mechanisms for pan and tilt, along with options for external gels, frost filters, and adjustable top hats, further enhance its usability. It can be rigged in any orientation using dual omega clamps, and includes options for safety cables and heavy-duty rigging hardware.
Designed for demanding environments, the fixture operates across a wide temperature range, from -20°C to 45°C, and includes forced-air cooling with axial fans. Safety features include a bipolar circuit breaker with thermal protection and automatic power cut-off in case of overheating. With a power consumption of 750VA and total heat dissipation of 2562 BTU/hr, the K-EYE HCR is efficient, powerful, and built to perform reliably under pressure.
In summary, the K-EYE HCR sets a new standard in LED wash lighting, combining cutting-edge color control, high CRI output, and robust build quality to meet the needs of modern lighting professionals across theatrical, broadcast, and live production environments.
