The high abuse LED downlight is a rugged 6-inch sealed recessed fixture designed for environments that demand exceptional durability, safety, and reliability. Engineered with ligature-resistant construction, it provides long-term performance in areas prone to impact, tampering, or challenging environmental conditions. The fixture features a flush lens trim and is covered under a Peace of Mind Guarantee® against breakage, ensuring confidence in applications where vandal resistance and longevity are essential. With a wide lumen output range from 630 to 4,600 delivered lumens, the downlight accommodates multiple optical distributions, reflector finishes, and lens configurations to meet specific design and performance goals.
The fixture is available with several spectral output options to address specialized needs. Native 630 nm Red and 590 nm Amber versions deliver narrow-bandwidth light suitable for spectrally sensitive environments such as coastal regions, skyglow-restricted areas, and vivariums where controlled light output is required to protect ecosystems and nocturnal species. A phosphor-converted (PC) Amber lamping option offers a wider spectral range for applications where increased lumen output and extended lifespan are preferred. A blue light variant is also available, supporting public safety environments that require clear visual recognition and enhanced situational visibility.
Constructed for reliability and flexibility, the downlight operates on 120–277 VAC or 347 VAC at 50/60 Hz, featuring a serviceable constant-current driver with less than 20% total harmonic distortion (THD), a power factor greater than 0.90, and a minimum driver efficiency of 85%. Standard 0–10V dimming provides smooth control from 1–100% with dim-to-dark capabilities, while an optional eldoLED ECOdrive DALI-2 (DT6)/LEDcode2 driver delivers precise digital dimming and system integration. The LED source is available in multiple correlated color temperature (CCT) and color rendering index (CRI) combinations, all maintaining a maximum 3-step MacAdam variation tolerance for exceptional color consistency.
Designed for thermal stability, the fixture incorporates a die-cast aluminum heatsink with external radial fins that enable natural convection cooling, ensuring optimal thermal management and long LED life. It is rated for ambient operating temperatures from -30°C to +40°C, depending on configuration, making it suitable for both indoor and semi-outdoor environments such as natatoriums, canopies, and covered foyers.
The luminaire achieves NSF2 and IP65 ingress protection ratings, ensuring it withstands moisture, dust, and environmental contaminants. It is certified to UL standards by Intertek Testing Laboratory for non-IC and wet location installations, meeting IP65 classification per IEC 60598. Optional CCEA compliance is available for plenum-rated installations. All photometric testing is conducted to IESNA LM-79-08 standards by an ILAC/ISO17025 accredited laboratory, ensuring verifiable and accurate performance data.
Optically, the fixture features a clear tempered glass upper lens and a flush-mounted lower lens made of either 1/8-inch or 1/4-inch clear polycarbonate. A continuous seal between the lens and trim ring enhances ingress protection and prevents tampering or water penetration. Multiple reflector distributions and finishes are available, providing flexibility for various lighting applications, including general area lighting, accent lighting, and safety-critical environments.
The rough-in frame is built from 18-gauge die-formed, corrosion-resistant steel and is designed to accommodate ceiling thicknesses up to two inches. Its vertically adjustable collar allows post-installation adjustment, while universal mounting brackets accept 3/4-inch and 1-1/2-inch lathers channel, 1/2-inch EMT conduit, and hanger bars. The quick-access junction box can be reached from above or below the ceiling and includes multiple knockouts to support straight conduit runs. It is rated for up to eight 12 AWG, 90°C conductors with feed-through branch wiring and is supplied with flexible metallic conduit and an electrical quick-connect for simplified trim attachment.
The IP-rated trim and housing section integrates the LED module, optics, and heat sink in a sealed assembly. The flush lens trim is secured with four Torx® tamper-resistant captive fasteners, maintaining the fixture’s vandal-resistant and ligature-safe design. Available in various configurations to suit application-specific requirements, this high abuse LED downlight delivers durable, reliable, and adaptable lighting for environments such as schools, dormitories, multifamily housing, locker rooms, natatoriums, canopies, and recreational facilities—combining safety-focused engineering with robust construction for long-term peace of mind.
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