The 1190ALED and 1190BLED Plaza Series post top luminaires combine timeless elegance with advanced LED lighting technology. Designed with a decorative cast aluminum cage, fitter, and roof, these fixtures feature a beautifully styled textured acorn lens surrounded by a serpentine, petal-shaped cast aluminum cage. The refined architectural form makes them ideal for streetscapes, parks, pedestrian areas, and other outdoor environments that require both classic design and modern illumination performance.
The Plaza Series luminaires are built for durability and longevity. The clear textured acorn is available in either impact-resistant DR acrylic or UV-stabilized polycarbonate, manufactured through an injection molding process that adds a subtle texture to reduce glare while maintaining visual clarity. For added comfort, optional internal diffusing lenses and glare-reducing SoftVue™ lens options are available. The housing is constructed from precision cast aluminum, ensuring structural strength, while the aluminum fitter is designed with four stainless steel Allen-head set screws for secure attachment to a 3" OD x 3" tall pole or tenon. Stainless steel hardware is included with every luminaire, with hardware finishes coordinated to match fixture finishes for seamless appearance.
Ease of service is another key feature of the Plaza Series. The luminaires allow tool-less access to the driver compartment once the acorn is removed, making maintenance straightforward and efficient. The electronic driver is UL recognized, mounted integral to the luminaire, and designed for optimized performance. It operates at 50/60Hz, supports 0–10V dimming, and includes comprehensive protection features such as overload, overheat, short-circuit protection, and supplemental surge protection in compliance with IEEE/ANSI C62.41.2 guidelines. The driver is engineered for high efficiency, with a power factor greater than 0.9 and total harmonic distortion (THD) below 20%. A fixed dimming resistor board (FDRB) option is available, providing a numbered 10-step selector switch for fine field adjustment of light levels from 25% to 100% output. An optional button photocell can also be integrated, offering automatic control by switching the luminaire on at 1.5 footcandles and off at 2–3 footcandles.
Rated IP65, the Plaza Series is fully protected against dust and water ingress, making it suitable for even the harshest outdoor conditions. The luminaires are UL listed per UL1598 and CSA C22.2 No. 250.0 for wet location use in the United States and Canada. The fixtures are finished with Sternberg’s 6-stage polyester powder coat paint system, which exceeds AAMA and ASTM standards for durability, gloss retention, and resistance to corrosion and fading. Standard finishes include traditional colors such as Black, White, Park Green, Architectural Medium Bronze, and Dark Bronze, while the Sternberg Select antique-inspired palette offers unique two-part and hand-applied finishes such as Old World Gray Textured, Verde Green, Swedish Iron, Weathered Black, and Old Iron. Additional custom finishes, including Rust, Weathered Brown, and Cedar, as well as two-tone and custom color matching, allow complete design flexibility to complement site aesthetics.
The Plaza Series luminaires are equipped with high-performance white LEDs that deliver reliable, long-lasting illumination. These LEDs are RoHS compliant, 100% recyclable, and free from hazardous materials such as lead or mercury. They are mounted to maximize thermal transfer to the heat sink, ensuring long-term lumen maintenance. With lumen depreciation rated at approximately 100,000 hours (maintaining at least 70% of initial output at 25°C), the LEDs provide dependable performance for decades. Standard color temperature is 4000K, with options for 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, or 5000K, and a minimum color rendering index (CRI) of 70. Lumen output varies slightly by CCT, with derate values of 0.85 at 2700K, 0.92 at 3000K, 1.00 at 3500K, and 1.00 at 5000K.
For optical performance, the luminaires utilize individual refractor-type optics for each LED, enabling precise light distribution that meets IESNA classifications for Type II, III, IV, or V patterns. Optional BLOC (Back Light Optical Control) optics are available to reduce backlight and glare while preserving the fixture’s design integrity. A house-side shield option further enhances light control, making the Plaza Series an excellent choice for residential and mixed-use environments.
To enhance visual appeal, optional decorative elements can be included, such as the ornate frosted hurricane chimney with an opal glass hourglass shape supported by a brass holder. This feature introduces a vintage-inspired aesthetic, recalling the elegance of traditional gaslight lanterns while maintaining the energy efficiency and performance of modern LEDs.
Overall, the 1190ALED and 1190BLED Plaza Series post top luminaires are versatile, beautifully designed, and built to withstand the test of time. By blending traditional form with state-of-the-art LED performance, advanced optics, durable finishes, and smart control options, these fixtures deliver both style and function for outdoor lighting projects in historic districts, urban plazas, parks, and pedestrian-friendly environments.
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