AREL LED DO Ø130 10W Recessed Downlight IP65 Cool White - White

The AREL LED DO is a round recessed downlight that drops into the ceiling on a fixed Ø130 footprint, drawing 10W and delivering 940 lumens of crisp 4000K cool white light. Its wide 120 degree beam spreads evenly rather than picking out a single spot, which suits it to all-round illumination across a ceiling line. North American buyers will recognise the format as a recessed can light, and at this compact diameter it sits neatly between joists or in a tiled soffit. The integrated LED runs at 94 lm/W, so the output stays efficient for a fitting of this size.

Because the IP65 face is sealed against splashing and jets, this downlight earns its place in bathrooms, shower zones and sheltered outdoor ceilings such as porches, soffits and covered walkways. At general lighting levels the 940 lumen output covers around 3 m² per fitting, so a small bathroom or a porch typically needs one or two, while a longer covered walkway is better lit by a run of several spaced evenly along the ceiling. The 120 degree spread keeps shadows soft underfoot, which matters most where the fitting lights a step, a doorway or a wet floor.

Construction is aluminium alloy with a clean white finish that reads quietly against a painted or tiled ceiling. The fitting weighs 154 g and recesses into a ceiling cut-out rather than mounting on the surface, and it runs directly from 220 to 240V AC mains with no separate transformer to specify. It is not a dimmable fitting, so it pairs with a standard switched circuit. Rated for 15,000 hours and built to IP65, it is made to hold up where damp and weather reach the ceiling. The wider Arel range covers further sizes and outputs for matching a whole scheme.

Can this downlight be used in a bathroom or outdoors?

Yes. The face carries an IP65 rating, which means it is sealed against water jets and splashing, so it is suitable for bathroom ceilings, shower zones and sheltered outdoor positions such as porches and covered walkways. Keep it clear of full submersion, but exposed and wet locations are fine.

What size cut-out does it need?

The fitting has an overall diameter of Ø126 mm and recesses into the ceiling, so you will need a cut-out sized to the manufacturer's recess hole rather than the visible trim. The body is only 23 mm deep, which helps where ceiling void space is tight, such as a tiled soffit or shallow bathroom ceiling.

How many do I need for a room?

Each fitting puts out 940 lumens, covering around 3 m² at general lighting levels. A small bathroom or porch is usually well served by one or two, while a larger covered area or a longer walkway benefits from several spaced evenly across the ceiling to keep the light consistent.

How do I clean and maintain it?

Wipe the white face and lens with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let it cool first. Avoid harsh solvents or abrasive pads, which can dull the finish and mar the diffuser. The IP65 seal helps in damp settings, but a gentle wipe keeps the output bright over its 15,000 hour rated life.