An architect has a huge opportunity to make a big difference on a project by choosing proper lighting....
I should really say that the architect has a RESPONSIBILITY to create that architecture with proper lighting. So many times we have had our projects cut short because an owner fails to see the value of quality lighting. There is a difference......and there will be a difference....just wait and see. Now I am all about understanding the budget and working within those perimeters. Not always is it about an expensive fixture....many times it is about creative design strategies with lighting. At IONIC, one of our huge strengths is using and understanding the principles of lighting, along with some help from our friends at First Light.
Let us help you on your next project. Here is a chart below for you to see when it comes to the rating system of fixtures......just one small piece in the puzzle of figuring out the right light for your project.
IPFirst number - Protection against solid objects
0
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No special protection
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1
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Protected against solid objects over 50 mm, e.g. accidental touch by persons hands.
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2
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Protected against solid objects over 12 mm, e.g. persons fingers.
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3
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Protected against solid objects over 2.5 mm (tools and wires).
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4
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Protected against solid objects over 1 mm (tools, wires, and small wires).
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5
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Protected against dust limited ingress (no harmful deposit).
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6
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Totally protected against dust.
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IP Second number - Protection against liquids
0
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No protection.
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1
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Protection against vertically falling drops of water e.g. condensation.
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2
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Protection against direct sprays of water up to 15o from the vertical.
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3
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Protected against direct sprays of water up to 60o from the vertical.
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4
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Protection against water sprayed from all directions - limited ingress permitted.
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5
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Protected against low pressure jets of water from all directions - limited ingress.
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6
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Protected against temporary flooding of water, e.g. for use on ship decks - limited ingress permitted.
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7
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Protected against the effect of immersion between 15 cm and 1 m.
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8
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Protects against long periods of immersion under pressure.
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