The Millenium Metrex exit and emergency light combines durability, versatility, and safety for a wide range of commercial, institutional, and recreational environments. This surface-mounted, single-face luminaire is designed to function as both an exit sign and an emergency light, ensuring continuous guidance and illumination during power interruptions. Its indirect LED lighting is available in high-visibility red (624 nm) or green (527 nm), providing clear, easily recognizable exit indicators in compliance with life safety codes. Constructed from high-impact polycarbonate, the fixture is built to withstand physical abuse while maintaining long-term performance in demanding applications. The integrated exit and emergency light functionality simplifies installation and reduces the need for multiple units, offering a streamlined solution for complex building layouts.
The Millenium Metrex is suitable for diverse environments, including parks and recreation centers, cafeterias, multifamily housing, packaging and staging areas, restrooms, stairwells, foyers, corridors, gymnasiums, multipurpose rooms, and natatoriums. Its dual-purpose design supports both exit signage and emergency illumination, ensuring that occupants can safely navigate during low-light or power-loss conditions. The fixture’s high-impact polycarbonate housing and UV-stabilized, clear polycarbonate shield provide robust protection for internal components, while maintaining visual clarity and durability.
The luminaire’s electrical system is built for reliability and ease of maintenance. LED light sources deliver precise red or green color output, and all electrical components are mounted on a removable chassis for serviceability. The sealed nickel-cadmium emergency battery pack includes standard deep-cycle conditioning, self-test and self-diagnostic circuitry, a remote laser-activated test switch, a protected mechanical test switch, and a status indicator. The unit operates efficiently across a wide temperature range from 10°C to 45°C (50°F to 113°F), with an optional Cold Weather Emergency Battery Pack capable of functioning in temperatures as low as -30°C (-22°F). The remote exit-ready feature allows the fixture to power one Kenall METSS Satellite Exit, providing extended coverage for larger or complex spaces.
Installation is straightforward and secure, with standard four-point mounting required to maintain the Peace of Mind Guarantee®. The housing is equipped with four mounting holes, a wireway hole, and drill points for temporary junction box attachment, and additional drill points are provided for optional surface conduit entry. The fixture’s legend is illuminated by high-output internal LEDs, with six-inch-high lettering and a 0.750-inch stroke for maximum visibility. Polycarbonate red or green filter panels, combined with high-impact injection-molded stencils and field-selectable chevron inserts, ensure compliance with emergency egress standards while providing a clear and distinctive visual indicator.
The Millenium Metrex meets stringent safety and performance standards. It is UL and CUL listed for wet locations and certified to IP64 per IEC 60598, meeting or exceeding UL924, NFPA 101, CSA, and NRCAN requirements. The protective shield is made from UV-stabilized, high-impact polycarbonate with a nominal thickness of 0.120 inches. It is secured to the housing with captive stainless steel Torx® fasteners featuring a center pin, and a continuous closed-cell silicone gasket ensures a complete seal against moisture and dust. This combination of rugged construction, advanced battery management, and versatile mounting options makes the Millenium Metrex exit and emergency light a reliable, long-lasting solution for ensuring safety and compliance across a wide range of commercial, recreational, and institutional settings.
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