The Cree Lighting WS Series is a robust and versatile vaportight lighting solution designed for demanding wet, humid, dusty, and dirty environments. Engineered for both indoor and covered outdoor applications, it is particularly well-suited for food processing facilities, parking garages, cold-storage areas, garden centers, breezeways, and animal containment zones. Rated IP65 and IP66 for superior protection against dust and water ingress, and NSF Splash Zone II certified, the WS Series meets stringent requirements for sanitation and durability.
This luminaire delivers high-performance lighting with output options of 4,100 to 6,100 lumens while consuming just 30 to 43 watts of power. With an efficacy of up to 142 lumens per watt, it serves as an energy-efficient replacement for traditional linear fluorescent fixtures. The fixture supports 0-10V dimming down to 10%, operates at a minimum CRI of 80, and offers color temperature choices of 3500K, 4000K, or 5000K to match varied application needs. It accommodates input voltages of 120-277V or 347-480V, making it compatible with a wide range of installations.
Constructed with a molded one-piece reinforced fiberglass housing and sealed with poured-in-place polyurethane gasketing, the WS Series ensures long-term durability and a seamless barrier against environmental contaminants. It includes two ¾" IP entry points for continuous feed wiring and comes standard with eight captive thermoplastic latches, with optional stainless-steel alternatives. The fixture weighs 11.4 pounds and includes stainless steel brackets and bails for surface or suspended mounting. For ease of installation and maintenance, the LED tray inside the housing features a QR code linking to product information, installation instructions, and warranty details.
Optically, the WS Series provides three lens options—frosted ribbed acrylic, frosted acrylic, and frosted UV-stabilized polycarbonate—all designed to deliver diffused, low-glare illumination. The fixture maintains its performance in ambient temperatures ranging from -40°C to +40°C (-40°F to +104°F), ensuring reliability in extreme environments. It also includes integral surge protection rated at 6kV/3kA, in accordance with ANSI C136.2 and IEEE/ANSI C62.41.2.
The WS Series supports ceiling, wall, or suspended mounting configurations and includes continuous dimming capabilities via the 0-10V DC protocol. It is designed for use with LED-compatible lighting controls that include a neutral connection. Regulatory certifications include cULus listing for wet locations, RoHS compliance, and DLC qualification. It is assembled in the USA by Cree Lighting using U.S. and imported parts. Some configurations also meet BAA and BABA requirements, offering additional compliance for federally funded projects.
With its sealed construction, high efficiency, and robust design, the Cree Lighting WS Series is an ideal choice for harsh environments where performance, hygiene, and longevity are critical.
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