APUS 0.8W 12V PIR LED Step Light Warm White - Steel

The Apus is a recessed LED step light that sits flush within the wall, drawing 0.8W from a 12V DC supply to throw a low, downward wash of warm white 3000K light across treads and floor edges. It carries 13 lumens behind a square polished stainless steel face measuring 75 x 23 x 75 mm, and a built-in PIR sensor brings it on when movement is detected nearby. American buyers searching for a recessed step light or stair guide light will find this fills the same role, marking a route with a soft pool of illumination rather than lighting a whole room.

Designed for indoor staircases, landings and hallway skirting runs, the Apus suits the underside of treads and the lower wall line where a gentle marker is wanted without glare at eye level. Its 80 degree colour rendering and warm 3000K tone read naturally against timber and tiled steps. Coverage is deliberately local: the light grazes the surface immediately below and ahead of it to define the edge of a step, so a series of units spaced along a flight gives a continuous guide rather than broad ambient cover. The PIR keeps the fitting dark until someone approaches, which suits night-time movement between floors.

Built from polished stainless steel with a plastic body, the Apus runs at IP20 and is intended for dry interior locations only, so keep it clear of bathrooms, porches and any exposed outdoor position. It recesses into the wall through a square aperture and runs on 12V DC, so it pairs with a low-voltage transformer rather than connecting straight to mains. The fitting is non-dimmable and rated for 50,000 hours, with the motion sensor handling switching automatically. The Apus range includes further low-voltage marker fittings if you are lighting more than one flight.

Does the Apus need a 12V transformer?

Yes. It runs on 12V DC rather than mains voltage, so it must be wired to a suitable low-voltage transformer or driver. Several units can usually share one transformer provided its rated output covers their combined load.

Can it be used outdoors?

No. The Apus is rated IP20, which means it is suitable for dry indoor use only. Keep it out of bathrooms, porches, carports and any position exposed to damp or weather.

How is it installed?

It recesses into the wall through a square aperture, sitting flush with the surface once fitted. The 75 x 75 mm stainless steel face finishes neatly against the wall, with the body set back into the cavity.

How do I clean the Apus?

Wipe the polished stainless steel face with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it off to avoid water marks. Avoid abrasive pads or harsh chemicals, which can dull the steel finish over time.