The M9700 RGB outdoor in-ground light is a modular, multi-purpose LED luminaire engineered for flush mounting in a wide range of substrates and materials. This architectural in-grade solution is designed to up light architectural and landscape features with dynamic, saturated RGB color, offering a factory-sealed, thermally protected lamp module paired with a separate power module housed within a secured Rough-In Section (RIS). The RIS incorporates channeled convective cooling, an integral junction box, and a full door assembly, creating a durable, serviceable structure suitable for long-term use in wet locations and demanding site conditions.
This RGB in-grade system enables customization of color combinations for any lighting design requirement and supports both LED Dynamic and LED Static configurations. Optical and mechanical aiming are available through an optional double-lens assembly, while module indexing and the 360° Aim-Lock™ support ring maintain precise alignment throughout maintenance or relamping. The fixture’s modular design, combined with Flow-Thru technology and a fully factory-sealed LED module, enhances longevity, ingress protection, and thermal performance. The LED module, built with a stainless steel housing and moisture-purged interior, is sealed with a silicone gasket and clamp band, and connects via a submersible quick-disconnect plug with gold-plated contacts to ensure reliability in harsh environments.
The M9700 RGB in-ground light provides a wide selection of optical distributions—including Flood, Horizontal Flood, Horizontal Spot, Medium Flood, Narrow Flood, Narrow Spot, Very Wide Flood, and Wide Flood—supported by NEMA flood optics and available 10° or 20° optical tilt lenses. Its 360° rotation and precise mechanical aim adjustment enable controlled illumination of architectural façades, landscape elements, and specialty focal points. Optical efficiency is further enhanced through photometric improvements and optional active lenses that refine distribution for specific applications. The system’s robust rough-in housing is constructed from UV-stabilized, impact- and corrosion-resistant polymer, available with multiple conduit entry sizes to support through-branch wiring and simplified installation. Door materials include cast aluminum, cast bronze, or stainless steel, with options for painted finishes and a double-lens tilt-ring design providing up to 15° of mechanical aiming.
Lighting control is achieved via DMX512 with RDM functionality, enabling real-time color management at up to 44 frames per second with logarithmic channel control for fine color and intensity adjustment. The driver and controller reside in a bronze junction box within the power module, using submersible-rated cord leads for connection to the LED and junction box components. The integral 47-watt ELDO RGB power driver supplies MVOLT (120–277V) operation at 50/60 Hz with 100%–0% dimming, THD <20%, and Class 2 safety performance. The optical system dissipates heat through the housing, maintaining lens temperatures within safe operating limits even in elevated ambient conditions.
Constructed for durability, the fixture offers IK08 impact resistance with an optional IK10 rating and is approved for wet locations under cCSAus listing, tested to UL-1598 and UL-8750 standards. The aluminum or bronze finishes, along with brushed stainless steel options, expand aesthetic compatibility for architectural applications. The product complies with federal procurement requirements, qualifying under the Buy American Act, DOT Buy America regulations, and the Build America, Buy America Act. This comprehensive design ensures a long-lasting, color-rich in-grade lighting solution suited to architectural accents, landscape enhancements, façade highlighting, and dynamic RGB installations requiring durable construction, precise optical control, modular servicing, and full DMX-based color management.
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