Tavo 140x140 12W Square LED Downlight - White

The Tavo LED DL is a square recessed downlight that draws 12W and puts out 1250 lumens of neutral white 4000K light. The wide 120 degree beam spreads light evenly across the area below rather than focusing it, giving soft general illumination with no replaceable lamp to manage. For US buyers this is the recessed can light format, here in a compact square trim measuring 145 × 145 mm with a slim 26 mm body depth. Running from a 220-240V AC mains supply, it delivers around 104 lm/W and an Ra 80 colour rendering for clear, natural-looking light.

Each fitting covers around 4 m² at general lighting levels, so a small bathroom, hallway or utility space typically needs two or three to light it evenly. The wide beam and shallow depth make it well suited to ceilings with limited void above, and the IP44 splash rating means it can be fitted in bathroom zones and covered outdoor spots such as a porch or carport. Keep it away from fully exposed positions, direct water jets or anywhere it could be submerged. Plan the layout around the 120 degree spread so light overlaps between fittings and avoids dark patches.

The Tavo is built from white plastic with a square profile and recesses into the ceiling, dropping into a cut-out sized to the fitting body rather than the overall trim. It carries an IP44 rating on the front face and an IP20 rating behind, and is a non-dimmable fixture, so pair it with a standard switched circuit rather than a dimmer. The integrated LED is rated for 25,000 hours and the unit weighs just 130 g, making installation straightforward. The wider Tavo range includes further sizes and outputs if you need to match fittings across more than one room.

Is this downlight dimmable?

No, the Tavo is a non-dimmable fitting. It should be wired to a standard switched lighting circuit rather than a dimmer, as fitting it to a dimmer can cause flicker or shorten its life.

What cut-out size does it need?

The fitting recesses into the ceiling and drops into a cut-out sized to its 145 × 145 mm body, which is the hole you cut rather than the overall trim dimension. Always check the spec sheet for the exact cut-out before drilling, and confirm there is at least 26 mm of clear ceiling void above.

Can I use it in a bathroom?

Yes. With its IP44 splash rating it suits bathroom zones and sheltered spots such as a porch or carport. It is not rated for fully exposed positions, direct water jets or submersion, so keep it clear of those.

How many do I need for a room?

Each fitting covers around 4 m² at general lighting levels, so a small bathroom or hallway usually takes two or three. Space them so the 120 degree beams overlap slightly to avoid dark patches between fittings.