AREL LED DL 160x160 14W Recessed Downlight IP65 Cool White - White

The Arel is a square recessed downlight running on 14W and producing 1300 lumens, which works out at around 93 lm/W. Its 4000K cool white output sits in a neutral-bright register that keeps surfaces and detail looking crisp, and the wide 120° beam spreads the light evenly rather than throwing a tight pool. North American buyers will recognise this format as a recessed can light, here in a slim 156mm square trim that drops flush into the ceiling line.

Set into a ceiling, this fitting covers around 4 m² at general lighting levels, so a run of several units suits a bathroom, utility room, porch ceiling or a covered outdoor soffit. The IP65 rating means it copes with steam, splashes and exposed wet locations, making it a sensible choice for showers, eaves and sheltered external ceilings where a standard downlight would not be rated. For even coverage across a larger room, space the units on a grid and let the broad beam angle overlap so there are no dark gaps between fittings.

The body is aluminium alloy in a white finish, with a square 156 × 156 mm face and a shallow 23mm depth that keeps the recess requirement modest. It runs directly from 220-240V AC mains and the LED is integrated, so there is no separate bulb to replace across its 15,000 hour rated life. This version is not dimmable, and at 270g it is light enough to handle easily during install. The Arel range also includes alternative wattages and colour temperatures if a warmer tone or different output suits the space.

What size cut-out does this downlight need?

The Arel has a square 156 × 156 mm face and recesses into the ceiling, so plan the cut-out to the fixing template rather than to the visible trim. The shallow 23mm depth means it suits ceilings with limited void clearance.

Can it be used in a bathroom or outdoors?

Yes. The IP65 rating makes it weatherproof and suitable for exposed outdoor and wet locations, including shower zones, porches and sheltered external ceilings. It handles steam, splashes and direct water far better than a standard indoor downlight.

Is this downlight dimmable?

No, this version is not dimmable and is designed to run at full output. It produces a fixed 1300 lumens at 4000K cool white, drawing 14W from a 220-240V AC mains supply.

How do I clean the fitting?

Wipe the white trim with a soft, slightly damp cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners that could mark the aluminium alloy. Make sure the fitting is switched off and cool first, and do not let water pool against it even though it is IP65 rated.