Thorn Lighting, a manufacturer and supplier of outdoor and indoor luminaires and integrated controls, has introduced College 2, a new luminaire developed to support the changing requirements of educational spaces.
The product builds on the design of its predecessor and includes updated features to enhance visual comfort, energy efficiency, and ease of installation.
Product overview
The College 2 luminaire incorporates a low-glare (UGR <19) diffused light distribution and provides 14% upward light, improving illumination for tasks, spaces, and facial visibility.
It meets the IP44 standard for ingress protection, making it suitable for science laboratories, workshops, and other such environments.
The design allows for “straightforward” installation with seven mounting options available, including surface, wire suspension, continuous-run, and BESA box compatibility.
The unit is intended to replace legacy College fluorescent or early LED models on a one-for-one basis.
Functionality can be expanded through DALI-2, Bluetooth, emergency lighting, and sensor-based control options.
Use cases and technical detail
The luminaire is specifically designed for use in classrooms, lecture theatres, and libraries, but is also suited to offices, meeting rooms, and healthcare settings where visual clarity and user comfort are essential.
College 2 integrates a single LED light engine, a Bi-Lens Primary optic, and a Quad Linear prismatic diffuser, resulting in uniform light distribution.
Manufacturing and performance
College 2 is manufactured at Thorn Lighting’s facility in Spennymoor, County Durham.
It is engineered for a long service life of 100,000 hours (L80) and features a patent-pending hinged gear tray for easier maintenance.
Luminous efficacy reaches up to 145 lm/W, supporting reduced energy use in day-to-day operation.
Comment
David Williamson, Senior Product Manager for Indoor Luminaires at Thorn Lighting, claims, “With College 2, Thorn Lighting reaffirms its leadership in delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable lighting.
“This next-generation luminaire has been completely reimagined with advanced optics and a market-leading specification—designed and developed entirely in-house.
“It’s a clear reflection of our commitment to enhancing educational spaces and supporting the future of learning.”
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