The 6-inch long aperture exterior step and pathway LED light is an architectural outdoor step light optimized for illuminating large areas with controlled, visually comfortable light. Utilizing a concealed optic, this step light provides a long light distribution suitable for outdoor pathways, steps, and architectural features. The fixture is available in eleven static LED color options, including five white color temperatures ranging from 2700 K to 5000 K and six colored choices—Amber (limited wavelength), Blue, Green, and Red—each carefully calibrated within a 3 MacAdam ellipse to ensure consistent color quality. The step light produces 190 lumens at a CRI of 80, providing clear and accurate color rendering for both white and colored light applications. It is fully rated for wet locations and carries a c-UL-US listing, making it suitable for North American residential and commercial exterior applications.
The fixture employs an integral electronic driver compatible with input voltages from 120 to 277 V at 50–60 Hz, with a total harmonic distortion of less than 20% and a power factor greater than 0.90. Lighting control is achieved via standard 0-10V dimming, allowing adjustment down to 5%, providing flexibility for pathway and step illumination intensity. The optical system includes a concealed reflector housing with an extruded clear acrylic lens, directing light in a long throw distribution ideal for large areas. This design ensures effective coverage for steps, walkways, and outdoor pathways while minimizing glare, aided by the ribbed design of the recessed surfaces and a matte black finish.
Constructed from durable die-cast housing with solid aluminum, brass, or stainless steel faceplates, the fixture combines robustness with aesthetic flexibility. Faceplates are available in four metal finishes with protective clear coating or four polyester powder coat painted finishes, allowing for seamless integration into various architectural environments. Visible fasteners secure the step light, which mounts semi-recessed over multi-gang junction boxes of varying sizes depending on the model length—Steel City 72171 for 3-inch, 4G4D for 6-inch, H4BD for 9-inch, and H6BD for 12-inch apertures—or an equivalent Hydrel-provided back box. The step light can also be installed in concrete pours when the back box option is chosen.
The fixture operates on a single electrical circuit and is suitable for continuous outdoor use in wet locations. The combination of integral driver, long throw optics, and 0-10V dimming allows precise control of step and pathway lighting. Compliant with U.S. government procurement regulations, the product qualifies under the Buy American Act, DOT Buy America rules, and the Build America, Buy America Act, confirming it as a domestically produced end product. This 6-inch exterior step and pathway LED light delivers consistent performance, reliable color quality, and controlled long throw distribution for large-scale outdoor applications.
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