Ontec S 3.3W Non-Maintained Auto-Test Surface IP65 Emergency Light - White

The Ontec S is a surface-mounted emergency led light running at 3.3W and producing 150 lumens at a crisp 5000K daylight tone. It works on a non-maintained basis, staying dark while the mains supply is healthy and switching on automatically the moment power is lost, lighting the way out rather than acting as everyday room lighting. North American specifiers will recognise this format as an emergency exit fixture, sat flush against a wall or ceiling and wired into the local circuit it monitors.

Designed to mark escape routes, the Ontec S suits corridors, stairwells, plant rooms and entrance lobbies, as well as exposed outdoor walkways and loading areas thanks to its weatherproof build. Its output is aimed at making a clear escape path visible rather than filling a space with ambient light, so coverage is best judged by how far the daylight-white beam carries along a route and across a doorway or junction. The auto-test function checks the battery and lamp on a set schedule, which keeps a building of several fittings compliant without an engineer walking each one by hand.

Built from white plastic and rated IP65, the Ontec S resists dust ingress and water jets, so it holds up in damp, wet and fully exposed positions. It mounts to the surface of a wall or ceiling, fixing directly over the chosen location with no recess required, and runs from a 220 to 240V AC supply. The unit weighs 456g and carries its own battery for the emergency duration. The wider Ontec range from Kanlux includes maintained and recessed variants for matching a scheme across mixed locations.

Is this a maintained or non-maintained emergency light?

The Ontec S is non-maintained, so it stays off while the mains supply is present and illuminates only when power fails. This makes it suited to escape routes that do not need permanent lighting, such as corridors and stairwells used only in an evacuation.

How long does it stay lit during a power cut?

It runs from an internal rechargeable battery to provide the standard 3 hour emergency duration once the mains supply is lost. The battery recharges automatically when normal power is restored, ready for the next event.

What does the auto-test feature do?

The auto-test function runs scheduled checks on the battery and lamp without manual intervention, flagging a fault if either falls short. Across a building of several fittings this keeps testing records consistent and reduces the time spent inspecting each unit individually.

Can it be used outdoors or in wet locations?

Yes. With an IP65 rating it is protected against dust and water jets, so it is suitable for exposed outdoor walkways, loading areas and damp plant rooms. It mounts to the surface of a wall or ceiling and runs from a 220 to 240V AC supply.