Aqilo Ø100 20W GU10 IP65 Spotlight - Black

The Aqilo is a round surface spotlight rated to a maximum of 20W through a single E27 lamp, running on a standard 220-240V AC supply. It mounts directly to a ceiling or wall surface rather than recessing into it, and its compact aluminium alloy body measures Ø96 by 160 mm. The beam and brightness depend on the E27 bulb you fit, so you can tune the output and tone to the spot you want lit. American buyers will recognise the format as a surface-mounted spot light fixture, with the E27 cap being the medium screw base used across most domestic lamps.

Because it carries an IP65 rating, the Aqilo is built for exposed and wet outdoor positions as well as sheltered ones: porch ceilings, soffits, entrance walls, garden room eaves and covered walkways all suit it. Rather than washing a whole room, it directs a single tight pool of light onto a feature, a doorway or a path edge, so it works best where you want accent or task throw rather than broad ambient coverage. Aim it across a wall or down onto a step and it picks out that area cleanly. Mount height of around 2 to 2.5 metres gives a workable throw for an entrance or façade detail.

Construction is aluminium alloy with a black finish, weighing 642 g, and the round housing keeps the lamp protected against rain and dust to the IP65 standard. The fitting takes the E27 bulb separately, so dimming and colour temperature follow the lamp you choose rather than being fixed in the fixture. It surface-mounts to the chosen face using the supplied fixings. The Aqilo range includes further sizes and outputs alongside this Ø100 20W version if you need to match several positions.

Can the Aqilo be used outdoors and in wet locations?

Yes. It carries an IP65 rating, which means it is protected against dust and low-pressure water jets from any direction. That makes it suitable for fully exposed outdoor walls and ceilings as well as sheltered spots such as porches and soffits.

Is a bulb included, and can it be dimmed?

The Aqilo takes an E27 screw-cap lamp rated up to 20W, supplied separately. Whether it dims depends on the bulb you fit and your dimmer, so choose a dimmable E27 lamp if you want adjustable output.

What sort of beam and coverage does it give?

The beam angle and brightness come from the E27 bulb you install rather than the fixture itself. With a narrower lamp it throws a tight accent pool onto a feature or doorway, while a wider lamp spreads light across a larger area of wall or path.

How do I clean and maintain the fitting?

Wipe the aluminium housing with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent, avoiding abrasive cleaners that could mark the black finish. Make sure the fitting is switched off and cool first, and check the seal is intact when changing the bulb to keep the IP65 protection effective.