ONTEC S M5305 6.8W Maintained Auto-Test Surface Emergency Light IP65 - White

The ONTEC S M5305 is a surface-mounted emergency luminaire drawing 6.8W from a 220-240V AC supply and delivering 576 lumens at a crisp 5000K. It runs in maintained mode, so the fitting stays lit during normal use and switches to its integral battery the moment mains power is lost. The 5000K output gives a clear, high-contrast light that suits escape-route and exit marking, where the priority is making a path readable rather than setting an ambient mood. Known in US terms as an emergency egress light, it does the same job: keeping a defined route visible when everything else goes dark.

Because it is rated IP65, this fitting holds up in exposed outdoor positions and wet or washdown locations, making it a fit for car park decks, plant rooms, loading bays, external stairwells and covered walkways. Coverage here is about route marking rather than filling a room, so think in terms of the escape path it illuminates and the spacing between fittings along a corridor or exit run. It surface-mounts to a wall or ceiling, which keeps installation simple where there is no recess to work into, and the 5000K beam reads well against signage and floor markings. Mount it at the points a person needs to see to leave the building safely, following the building's emergency lighting layout.

Construction is plastic with a white finish, sealed to IP65 for dependable weather and dust resistance. The automatic self-test function runs scheduled checks of the battery and lamp without manual intervention, which cuts down the routine testing burden across a larger site. As a maintained fitting it carries its own battery for the emergency duration, and the surface-mount housing fixes directly to the chosen wall or ceiling position. Other Ontec emergency fittings are available from Kanlux in the wider range, including non-maintained and recessed variants for different site requirements.

Is this a maintained or non-maintained emergency light?

The ONTEC S M5305 is a maintained emergency light, so it stays illuminated during normal operation and continues to run on its internal battery if the mains supply fails. This makes it suited to areas that need permanent lighting as well as emergency cover, such as occupied corridors and public routes.

How does the automatic self-test work?

The fitting runs scheduled self-tests of its battery and lamp without anyone having to operate it manually. This reduces the routine maintenance workload across a site and helps keep records of functional checks. It is particularly useful where there are many fittings to monitor.

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 such as car park decks, loading bays, plant rooms and external stairwells. The sealed plastic housing keeps out dust and water.

How do I clean and maintain the fitting?

Wipe the white housing and lens with a soft, damp cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners that could scratch the plastic. Make sure the supply is off before cleaning, and keep the lens clear so the light output is not reduced. The automatic self-test handles the functional battery and lamp checks.