-
WHAT DOES STENOS MEAN?
STENOS pronounced /stĕn-ohs/ has ancient Greek origins and means narrow, tight, or close which was the inspiration behind the company’s segway into the micro-optic lighting market.
-
WHAT TYPES OF APPLICATIONS AND SPACES ARE STENOS LUMINAIRES SUITABLE FOR?
Whether new or older construction, STENOS has options for a wide range of interiors from lofty ceilings to tight spaces. Changed your mind on site? Not a problem. STENOS optics can be adjusted on the fly making STENOS a field-friendly solution for any space.
-
WHAT ARE THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES OF STENOS?
STENOS Linear Downlights are narrower than competition (1.08” wide), consume less wattage (5.4W for 5”), have higher efficacy (96 lm/W), smaller IC configurations, and are available with easy snap-on optic.
STENOS 1” Square Downlights consume less wattage than competition (7.2W), have higher efficacy (88 lm/W), substantially higher CBCP (3924 cd), and are available with glare reducing louvers which maintain 90% of CBCP... plus, they’re highly affordable!
-
FROM AN OPTICS PERSPECTIVE, WHY DID LUMINII CHOOSE A TITANIUM DIOXIDE COATED CSP (CHIP SCALE PACKAGE) AS THE METHOD FOR DESIGNING STENOS?
Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) boosts reflectivity within the CSP, pushing more light forward. This allows the optic to be narrower/smaller because it doesn’t need to gather wide-angle light spilling out from the sides of standard CSPs.
-
CAN YOU TELL US MORE ABOUT STENOS’S QUALITY OF LIGHT AND EFFICACY?
The TiO2 coating boosts reflectivity within the CSP driving more light into the small optic and not losing light to wide-angle spill light common with standard CSPs. Driving more light forward also reduces crosstalk inefficiency and color over angle (COA) issues caused by wide-angle light from one CSP interfering with the phosphor of another CSP.
-
WHAT IS DIAMOND-TURNING AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Diamond-turning is an ultra-precise cutting process for manufacturing the STENOS optics. By diamond-turning the optic tool, Luminii ensures well-controlled, clean beams of light by eliminating surface roughness and micro-imperfections on the optic surfaces.
-
WHAT NEW PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THE LINE? ANYTHING BEING REPLACED?
The Gen 1 range consisted of 3,5,12-inch downlights and tracks in both surface and suspended options. Gen 2, enhances those products giving the optics a facelift, plus adds all new square 1” downlights, 5” trimless linear downlights, and a deep recessed track option. In addition, we’ve added a wall wash optical accessory.
-
HAVE THERE BEEN PHYSICAL CHANGES TO THE STENOS PRODUCT FROM GEN 1 TO GEN 2?
Yes! The STENOS Gen 2 Track Family is now offered in pre-assembled Systems available in a Straight Shape, L Shape, U Shape, and Square Shape designed to greatly simplify the specification and installation process.
-
WHAT TYPES OF OPTICAL ACCESSORIES AND LOUVERS ARE AVAILABLE FOR STENOS?
We have several that support both the downlights and track modules including:
- 15-degree louver
- 30-degree optic + louver
- 60-degree optic + louver
- Wall wash reflector (5 & 12)
- 15-degree bullseye louver
-
WHEN YOU SAY STENOS TRACK SYSTEMS ARE FIELD-FRIENDLY, WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY THIS?
The simplicity of STENOS Track Modules makes field modifications a snap! STENOS track modules can be placed nearly anywhere along the length of the track with a simple snap-in assembly AND can easily be changed by simply removing a module from its original position to a newly desired position anytime! Add or subtract modules at will (while not exceeding the power supply wattage*). If using a 2-channel control, simply rotate a module 180° to pair it to the other channel.
Additionally, STENOS modules can tilt +/-30° in either direction, plus, field- changeable optics and louvers allow for a variety of beam shapes and aesthetic selections to be done on-site.
* Max wattage for track is 96W per power feed
-
ARE STENOS MICRO OPTIC LEDS TITLE 24/JA8 COMPLIANT?
All STENOS downlights and track systems meet Title 24/JA8 requirements for California.
-
WHAT ARE IDEAL APPLICATIONS FOR STENO MICRO-OPTICS?
Because of its small size, STENOS is suited for a wide range of applications including general lighting, task lighting, and accent.
-
DO YOU HAVE ANY INSTALLATIONS OF STENOS I CAN REFERENCE?
-
DO STENOS MICRO OPTICS WORK IN WET LOCATIONS?
Yes.
- Downlights: Wet Location Rated.
- Track Systems: Damp Location Rated.
-
WHY DOES STENOS USE CONSTANT VOLTAGE?
Constant Voltage simplifies and reduces field wiring, allowing multiple downlights to be controlled by a single power supply.
-
WHICH CONTROL SYSTEMS ARE COMPATIBLE WITH STENOS MICRO- OPTICS?
STENOS Downlights and Track Systems have control options for phase dimming (Triac, ELV), 0-10V, DALI, DMX, and Lutron EcoSystem.
-
IN TERMS OF TRACK ACCESSORIES, WHAT TYPES OF JOINERS ARE AVAILABLE?
STENOS Track Systems allow 90deg in-wall and wall-to-ceiling joiners.
-
WHAT TYPES OF CEILINGS IS STENOS COMPATIBLE WITH? WHAT ABOUT THICKNESS CONSTRAINTS?
STENOS Downlights and Track Systems are compatible with most standard ceiling types. For example, our 1" downlights can be installed in ceilings from 1/2” to 2" in thickness and our linear downlights can be installed in ceilings from 5/8" to 1- 1/4" in thickness.
-
AFTER INSTALL, CAN I STILL ADJUST OR SERVICE STENOS DOWNLIGHTS AND TRACK SYSTEMS?
Yes! All STENOS Downlights are field serviceable through the aperture, without damaging drywall.
- The 1” Square Trimmed Downlight and Linear Downlights can be pulled down and serviced by overcoming the spring force.
- The 1” Square Trimless Downlight can allow for module and electronic (mini- driver) removal by accessing a screw in the center of the optics.
-
ARE THE STENOS TRACK SYSTEM BRACKETS COMPATIBLE WITH WOOD SLAT CEILINGS?
No brackets for Wood Slates "just" yet... but we're working on it!
-
WHY ARE THE STENOS LINEAR TRIMLESS DOWNLIGHTS A CIRCLE VS A LINEAR SPACKLE FLANGE?
The reason the linear trimless downlights are a circle vs. a linear spackle is so that they can more easily work with a standard 6”-hole saw allowing for precise alignment with the wall (or surface) as well as fixture to fixture.
-
ARE THE RECESSED DOWNLIGHTS AVAILABLE WITH A PAN OR FRAME FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION APPLICATIONS?
Yes, they are! Look at the spec sheets on the website when you get a chance!
-
WILL THERE EVER BE A CYLINDER PENDANT VERSION OF STENOS?
Yes...working on them now! We hope to make them available early 2024.
-
WILL THERE EVER BE A DYNAMIC WHITE OPTION OF STENOS?
Yes. In fact, in addition to Dynamic White, we’re also working on a Warm Dim option, and we hope to make those both available in early 2024.
-
ARE STENOS LUMINAIRES OFFERED IN THE UK MARKET?
Yes! All STENOS luminaires and accessories are offered to our friends and customers over the pond. You can find spec sheets on both the Precision by Luminii website as well as Luminii and Stenos.lighting.
-
ARE THERE IES FILES FOR EACH OF THE CONFIGURATIONS?
Absolutely! They are available on our website, and we can always conduct additional photometry at specific CCTs/optics/etc. on demand!
-
WHY WON'T THE BLACK TWEEZERS REMOVE THE STENOS LINEAR OPTICS?
Great question! For the linear, we recommend using the metal tool for the linear, and the plastic tool for the 1” square downlights.
-
IS THERE A GRAZING VERSION OF THE STENOS 12” DOWNLIGHT?
Technically we don’t, but the STENOS Elliptical lens (15° x 45°) could work well as a Grazer. We recommend requesting a sample and trying it out!
-
WHAT ARE THE DELIVERED LUMENS ON ALL 3 STENOS DOWNLIGHT OPTIONS?
All STENOS published lumens are delivered. Hence, the delivered lumens of the Linear Downlights are:
- 3” Linear Downlight = 250 lm
- 5” Linear Downlight = 520 lm
- 12” Linear Downlight = 1260 lm
-
WHY DO THE STENOS 5" TRIMLESS DOWNLIGHTS AND THE STENOS 1" TRIMLESS DOWNLIGHTS HAVE DIFFERENT TRIM SIZES?
Great question! The 5” Linear Trimless Downlight offers +/- 30° Tilt Adjustability, so we wanted to make sure the plaster plate was robust enough for the on-site handling/commissioning/aiming! On the other hand, the 1” Trimless Downlight is Fixed, without adjustability, so the thinner, mesh plaster plate is suitable.
|
|
