ONTEC S 6.5W Maintained Self-Test Emergency Light IP65 Surface - White

The ONTEC S is a surface-mounted emergency luminaire that draws 6.5W and produces 225 lumens at 5000K, a crisp daylight tone that marks escape routes clearly under emergency conditions. It runs from a 220-240V AC supply and operates in maintained mode, so the LED stays lit during normal mains use and continues automatically on its internal battery if the power fails. In US terms a fitting like this is the emergency egress light specified for marked exit paths, here built around a self-test function that runs its own checks. The output is tuned for visibility along corridors and over doorways rather than for general room brightness.

Because this is an emergency fitting, its job is to keep an escape route legible rather than to light a space for everyday use, so coverage is best judged by sightline along a corridor or across a doorway rather than by area. It suits stairwells, plant rooms, loading bays, car parks and similar circulation spaces where a fast, reliable exit must stay visible. The surface-fixing arrangement mounts to either wall or ceiling, letting you position it at the head of a route or directly over an exit. The IP65 weatherproof rating means it can also be used in exposed outdoor and wet locations where many indoor-only emergency fittings cannot.

Construction is a white plastic housing weighing 228g, sealed to IP65 against dust and water jets so it holds up in damp utility areas and external sites. It surface-mounts onto wall or ceiling and wires into the 220-240V AC supply, with the integral battery handling the emergency changeover. The self-test feature carries out its own routine function and duration checks, cutting down on manual testing time across a building. The finish is white throughout. The wider ONTEC range includes further emergency formats and wattages for matching fittings across a site.

Is this a maintained or non-maintained emergency light?

The ONTEC S is a maintained fitting, so the LED stays lit during normal mains operation as well as during a power failure. When the supply is interrupted it switches automatically to its internal battery to keep the escape route illuminated. This makes it suited to spaces that need constant light plus emergency backup.

How does the self-test function work?

The fitting runs its own scheduled function and duration tests automatically, checking that the battery and LED perform correctly. This removes much of the manual inspection work needed across a larger installation. You still keep the relevant test records, but the routine checks are handled by the fitting itself.

Can it be used outdoors or in wet areas?

Yes. With an IP65 rating it is weatherproof and suitable for exposed outdoor and wet locations, as well as damp utility spaces such as plant rooms and car parks. The sealed white plastic housing resists dust and water jets, so it is not limited to dry indoor use.

How do I clean and maintain it?

Wipe the housing with a soft, damp cloth and avoid harsh solvents that could mark the white plastic. Keep the front clear of dust and grime so the 225 lumen output stays unobstructed. Combine cleaning with your normal test schedule, which the self-test function largely automates.