ONTEC S 3.8W Auto-Test Emergency Light 20m Surface IP65 - White

The ONTEC S is a surface-mounted emergency light fitting that draws 3.8W and delivers 371 lumens at a crisp 5000K daylight tone. It runs on 220-240V AC mains and switches to its internal battery on power failure, lighting an escape route at the moment normal supply is lost. In US terms this is the kind of emergency exit fixture used to mark a way out, and its Auto-Test function runs scheduled self-checks of the battery and lamp so the unit reports its own readiness without a manual walk-round.

The fitting suits commercial and industrial settings where a defined escape route must stay visible: corridors, stairwells, loading bays, plant rooms and external access points. Rather than lighting a room to a working level, it throws a marked path along the route, with usable coverage to around 20m for way-finding rather than task brightness. Its IP65 rating means it is at home in exposed outdoor positions and wet or wash-down areas, so it can be specified for sheltered entrances, car parks and damp utility zones alongside dry internal runs. Mount it at ceiling level or high on a wall so the output reaches across the space below.

Construction is moulded plastic in a white finish, sealed to IP65 against dust ingress and water jets so it holds up in demanding locations. It mounts to the surface of a wall or ceiling, with the driver and battery contained within the housing rather than recessed above it. The 5000K daylight output gives clear contrast for reading signage and steps under emergency conditions, and the self-testing electronics reduce the maintenance burden across a large installed estate. The wider ONTEC range covers further emergency formats for matching a scheme across a site.

Is this a maintained or non-maintained emergency light?

The ONTEC S is a dedicated emergency luminaire that illuminates on loss of mains supply, marking the escape route. Confirm the wiring mode against your scheme, as the unit is intended to operate when normal lighting fails rather than as everyday general lighting.

What does the Auto-Test function do?

Auto-Test runs scheduled self-checks of the battery and lamp automatically, so the fitting verifies its own readiness without a manual inspection of each unit. This is a real benefit across larger sites where testing many fittings by hand is time consuming.

Can it be used outdoors or in wet areas?

Yes. With an IP65 rating it is sealed against dust and water jets, so it is suitable for exposed outdoor positions and wet or wash-down locations such as car parks, loading bays and damp utility zones, as well as dry internal routes.

How should the fitting be cleaned?

Wipe the white plastic housing and lens with a soft, slightly damp cloth and a mild detergent, then dry it off. Avoid solvents or abrasive cleaners that could mar the surface or affect the IP65 seal, and switch off the supply before cleaning.