Description
The Mini Compass is a compact round bulkhead light with a solid brass body in a satin nickel finish, and the maker describes it as a small porthole 'spider' bulkhead. Short lugs stand out around the rim to give it that outline. The face is frosted ribbed glass with its ribs radiating from the centre, so the lamp behind it is softened rather than seen. It is 14cm across and 6cm deep. It is rated IP44, which means it is protected against solid objects over 1mm and against water splashed from any direction, so it can take its place on an outside wall in British weather.
Its compact size suits the spots where a bigger bulkhead would crowd the wall: beside a front or back door, inside a porch, on a garden wall, or by the door of a shed or boathouse. The maker designed it for outdoor places that call for an industrial or nautical look, and says the maritime influence shows in the range's materials, designs and even names. The satin nickel finish gives that look a cooler, quieter tone than bright brass, and it sits well against white render, grey stone or painted timber. With its IP44 rating it can also be considered for a bathroom; a qualified electrician will confirm the right zone.
Inside, it takes one G9 lamp of up to 25W, which is not included. The maker says thumb turn fixings are supplied, so the glass comes away by hand when the lamp needs changing. There is no cage or guard across the glass, which keeps the ribbed face clear and uncluttered. The cable enters through a gland at the side, and the light weighs 0.63KG. As a mains light, it is installed by a qualified electrician. Our practical tip: keep a spare G9 lamp in the drawer, since the thumb turns make changing it a quick job.
Specification
| Finish |
Satin Nickel |
| Material |
Solid Brass |
| Diffuser |
Frosted Ribbed Glass |
| Lamp |
1 x G9 25W Max (Lamp Not Included) |
| IP Rating |
IP44 |
| Diameter |
14cm |
| Depth |
6cm |
| Cable Entry |
Cable Gland at the Side |
| Weight |
0.63KG |
| Supply |
220–240V ~ 50Hz |
| Protection Class |
Class I |
| Certification |
CE & UKCA as applicable |
| Country of Origin |
Greece |
| Manufacturer's Warranty |
2 Years |
Downloads
Installation Instructions (PDF)
Frequently Asked
Can this satin nickel bulkhead go on an outside wall?
Yes. It is rated IP44, protected against solid objects over 1mm and water splashed from any direction, and the maker designed it for outdoor places wanting an industrial or nautical look.
What lamp does the Mini Compass take?
It takes one G9 lamp of up to 25W. The lamp is not included, so you will need one of your own.
How big is this round bulkhead light?
It is 14cm across and 6cm deep and weighs 0.63KG, a compact size that suits a doorway, a porch or a narrow stretch of wall.
Can it be used in a bathroom?
Its IP44 rating means it can be considered for a bathroom, and a qualified electrician will confirm the right zone.
How is the glass removed to change the lamp?
The maker says thumb turn fixings are supplied, so the frosted ribbed glass comes away by hand when the G9 lamp needs changing.
Does it have a guard over the glass?
No. The frosted ribbed glass sits in a plain round satin nickel rim with no cage or guard, so its radiating ribs stay fully on view.