Optic Arts stopped by the office today show show us some new products. FLEX ACv2- Line Voltage Strip
The FLEX ACv2 was the first fixture we looked at. This fixture is unique because it has silicone encapsulation. Silicone has never been rated for fixtures, so Optic Arts is the first. Silicone retains integrity over time. It is also more environmentally friendly. Another positive aspect of silicone is that it works with saltwater (keep in mind that the hardware still does not). However, the silicone is not field cuttable because it is a line voltage fixture.
Some other things to keep in mind with this fixture:
- This will be an IP67 system as of this October.
- Optic Arts will correct any unintended color shifting.
- The LEDs will be symmetrically spaced unlike the photos show.
- The fixture has full range dimming. If there is a discernible flicker, it is less than 30%.
The image shows the 3,000K fixture. 3,000K is delivered with the shift accounted for.
We were also shown a knife edge cove fixture. The low voltage strip was in the example shown.
We also looked at the Vintage Dim fixture and the Nitelite Closet Rod (below) so we could look at them while specifying for a project.
The Nitelite Closet Rod is not completely node free- it does have a distinct line, but you do not see individual nodes with this fixture. The strip inside is cuttable every 2 inches. This fixture can be field cut. A cover for the screw holes can be available upon request. There is plastic on top of the fixture to help avoid scratching from hangers. If necessary, the fixture can be made with the STP tape instead of the FLEX DC tape.