{"product_id":"kara-12w-dimmable-led-recessed-panel-light-white","title":"Kara 12W Dimmable LED Recessed Panel Light - White","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kara is a 12W LED recessed panel light with a 169mm diameter white polycarbonate rim and an edge-lit opal diffuser. The integrated SMD LED delivers 1080 lumens of 4000K cool white light at 230V, with a 110° beam angle providing even coverage across office ceilings, corridors, kitchens and bathrooms. The 24mm depth and 155mm cut-out diameter suit shallow ceiling voids where traditional downlight cans cannot fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for modern commercial and residential installations, the Kara recesses flush into plasterboard ceilings with a minimum 75mm void depth. The edge-lit technology distributes light evenly across the panel surface without visible hotspots or dark rings, and the Class II double-insulated construction allows installation without an earth connection. The panel is dimmable when paired with compatible dimmers — check dimmer compatibility before installation to avoid flicker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white polycarbonate construction keeps the fitting lightweight at under 200g, simplifying installation in suspended ceilings and reducing strain on plasterboard fixings. The opal diffuser softens the LED output to reduce glare in task-lit environments, and the 128.87 lm\/W efficacy provides functional illumination at a fraction of the running cost of halogen equivalents. The constant current driver is rated to 30,000 hours L70B50, indicating the point at which 50% of units will have degraded to 70% of initial output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kara is compatible with Knightsbridge's EMKIT2L emergency conversion kit (sold separately), which adds a maintained or non-maintained emergency function for fire-safety compliance in commercial installations. The 3-year warranty covers driver failure and premature LED degradation under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e169 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecessed Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Void\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut-out Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e155 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230V 50Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiffuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMD LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimmable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL70B50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy Rating (Class) post 2021 SLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeam Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCCT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4000 K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLumens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1080 lm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLumens (Light Source only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1570 lm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEfficacy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128.87 lm\/W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriver Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstant Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/products_6228252_datasheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/manual_1646914.pdf\" target=\"_self\"\u003eProduct Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat ceiling void depth is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kara requires a minimum 75mm ceiling void to accommodate the 24mm recessed depth plus driver housing. The 155mm cut-out diameter suits standard ceiling joist spacing in most UK residential and commercial installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Kara dimmable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the integrated LED is dimmable when paired with compatible LED dimmers. Dimmer compatibility varies by manufacturer and model — check with your electrician or contact us before installation to avoid flicker or failure to dim smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used in bathrooms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IP20 rating limits the Kara to dry indoor environments outside bathroom zones requiring IP44 or higher. It can be installed in hallways, landings and dressing rooms adjacent to bathrooms, but not within zones 1, 2 or 3 of the bathroom itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour temperature is the light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kara emits 4000K cool white light, which sits between neutral white and daylight. This colour temperature suits task-lit environments like offices, kitchens and utility rooms where clarity and alertness are preferred over warm ambient lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knightsbridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45293724631307,"sku":"KA12CWTD","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/1638872_02fdb2a6-ef54-4595-b3ac-fe4b7da5b256.jpg?v=1714663301","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/kara-12w-dimmable-led-recessed-panel-light-white","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}