DMF Lighting, a manufacturer of modular downlighting, has announced the launch of Artafex, the new product line of indoor and outdoor solutions exclusive to DMF’s authorized network of professional integrators.
Making its official debut at Lightapalooza 2024, DMF Lighting is replacing the iX Series and DID Series for custom integrator modules with the new product line that now includes 2-inch and 4-inch modules, premium trims, flangeless housings, and select outdoor lighting options.
The Artafex 2-inch line replaces the iX Series and the Artafex 4-inch line will complement the DID Series in the short term. Artafex modules will feature DMF’s proprietary color rendering technology — True Spectrum.
“We felt the timing of Lightapalooza 2024 was right for unveiling the new Artafex line of indoor and outdoor products that feature the most advanced technology exclusive to custom integrators, underscoring our continued investment in the CI channel,” says Andy Wakefield, senior vice president, DMF Lighting.
“The Artafex line incorporates the exclusive True Spectrum technology, more efficient optics, and additional trim offerings including Hyperbolic and Pinhole options. The demand for differentiation in the CI channel is critical and the Artafex line offers unprecedented and industry-leading versatility with superior aesthetic options purpose-built to simplify the installation process.”
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A Closer Look at the DMF Lighting Artafex Product Line
Getting more into the specifics of its latest product line, the Carson, Calif.-based company outlines its new lighting solutions:
The True Spectrum: DMF Lighting boasts that technology for all Artafex line modules goes beyond the eight color samples that traditional Color Rendering Index (CRI) considers. According to the company, its True Spectrum considers the TM-30 system of measurement, which studies 99 variations of light that aren’t typically represented in CRI to provide color rendering and richness.
Artafex modules featuring True Spectrum will be available to order on the portal, effective Feb. 28.
New 2-Inch Optics and Hyperbolic and Pinhole Trims: The 2-inch Artafex modules will utilize new cross beam TIR optics that are designed with two main features: Light rays are focused at the trim opening and then diverge to cover the room. The center of the optic is recessed to reduce glare, and moving the focal area near the ceiling allows most of the light rays to pass through the small aperture of a pinhole trim.
This produces high efficacy, maximum light output, and minimum clipping of the light. The new optics provide proper flood or ambient lighting and minimal glare for a comfortable living space, even with traditionally challenging pinhole trims, the company says.
Artafex Premium Trims: DMF emphasizes the products are offered in Micro Flange and Flangeless options. The products, it continues, feature premium materials, finishes, and performance. The brass trims are machined from solid blocks of brass 360 billet and, in addition to providing a complementary aesthetic, while reducing glare.
Artafex Flangeless Housing:Â Another design element includes the products’ have been designed to simplify the flangeless mudding process. The dedicated flangeless housings can be installed using conventional drywall taping techniques to achieve a Level 5 finish.
The Artafex Outdoor Lighting System:Â Moving outdoors, the company’s exterior solutions include hand-selected lighting fixtures designed to elevate residential landscapes, making them a viable choice for integrators, designers, and homeowners. DMF Lighting says the fixtures are designed to see the light, not the fixture. The light quality and projection go further. The low-field angle reflector design puts light where it’s wanted and eliminates hot spots near mounting. Fully adjustable Glare Shield provides additional shielding and focus control.
DMF Lighting asserts the intelligent design of the flexible swivel/lock system provides maximum rotation to support adjustability and durability. The modular LED engine and lamp design ensures lights can easily change and adapt to any outdoor environment. Thoughtfully designed weep holes keep standing water and debris from affecting the performance.
The company adds the outdoor products are machined from solid aircraft grade (6061-T6) corrosion-resistant aluminum, the products are then anodized and powder coated to create a durable, marine-grade finish that is IP67 rated for water immersion and dust protection. Moreover, after the construction process is complete, every fixture is tested before shipment for water tightness and light quality.
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