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The Raytec SPARTAN SPX-WL168 series of linear LED fittings is engineered to provide powerful, reliable illumination for hazardous areas where safety and compliance are critical. Certified for Zone 1 and Zone 21…
The Raytec SPARTAN SPX-WL168 series of linear LED fittings is engineered to provide powerful, reliable illumination for hazardous areas where safety and compliance are critical. Certified for Zone 1 and Zone 21 applications, these ATEX, IECEx, and UKCA approved luminaires are suitable for use in gas and dust explosive atmospheres, offering a trusted solution for offshore, oil and gas, petrochemical, and heavy industry environments.
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The SPX-WL168 range has been developed to directly replace traditional 2×36W fluorescent fittings, with matching dimensions, fixing centres, and gland entries, ensuring easy retrofit installation. Delivering up to 6,130 lumens through long-life LED technology, these luminaires guarantee consistent performance and reduced maintenance in even the harshest operating conditions.
Within the range, the SPX-WL168-EMX25 Emergency model incorporates intelligent self-testing with a tri-colour LED indicator and provides up to 3 hours battery backup at 25% output, making it an ideal choice for safety-critical environments. Both standard and emergency variants utilise CoolXtrude™ thermal management to ensure a design life of 10+ years and come with an industry-leading 5 year warranty.
From offshore rigs and chemical processing plants to refineries and hazardous storage facilities, the Raytec SPARTAN SPX-WL168 series provides robust, energy-efficient LED lighting fully compliant with global standards for explosive gas and dust zones.
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Features: ATEX, UKEX & IECEx certified, ultra long-life LED technology, retrofit-ready for 2×36W fluorescents, CoolXtrude™ thermal management for maximum LED performance and reliability, robust IP66/IP67 & IK10 protection, 5-year warranty Standards: II 2 G D, Ex eb mb IIC T4 Gb, Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db, UKCA Approved, Hazardous Area T Rating T4 (T6 on request) Performance: Up to 6,130 delivered lumens, wide operating temperature -40°C to +60°C (-20°C to +50°C for emergency variants) Applications: Zone 1 & Zone 21 hazardous area lighting, offshore platforms, refineries, chemical plants, retrofit or new installations Installation: Same footprint, fixing centres & gland entries as common 2×36W fluorescents; easy to install & maintain View Datasheet
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Features: Intelligent emergency self-testing with tri-colour LED indicator, ATEX/IECEx/UKEX certified, long-life LED technology, retrofit-ready for 2×36W fluorescents, CoolXtrude™ thermal management for high reliability, 5-year warranty Standards: II 2 G D, Ex eb mb IIC T4 Gb, Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db, UKCA approved, Hazardous Area T Rating T4 (T6 on request) Performance: Up to 6,130 delivered lumens, 3hr battery backup at 25% output, wide operating temperature -20°C to +50°C (emergency variants) Applications: Zone 1 & Zone 21 hazardous area emergency lighting, offshore platforms, refineries, chemical plants, oil & gas facilities Installation: Same footprint, fixing centres & gland entries as 2×36W fluorescents; easy retrofit installation View Datasheet
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Technical dimension drawings for the Raytec SPARTAN SPX-WL168 Linear LED ATEX Light Fittings. These diagrams show standard, emergency, and retrofit options.
18–69V variants available – add -LV to the above codes
12V variants available – add -ELV to the above codes
Add -D to part code for diffused lens
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The Raytec SPARTAN range of ATEX & IECEx approved luminaires has been developed for Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas where safety and performance are critical. Options include linear fixtures, floodlights, bulkhead lights, high bay fittings, and crane lighting. In addition, the portfolio covers Ex d Flameproof and Ex e Explosion Proof solutions for challenging offshore and industrial environments.
| Category | ATEX Lighting (Zone 1 & Zone 2) |
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| Certification | ATEX & IECEx Zone 1 & 21 Gas and Dust, UKCA approved |
| Beam Angles | 120°, equivalent to 2×36W T8 fluorescent; Symmetrical & Asymmetrical optics |
| Input | Mains 110–254V AC 50/60Hz; LV option 18–48V AC / 18–69V DC; ELV option 12V AC/DC |
| Consumption | 49W |
| LED Type | Platinum SMT LEDs (160 LEDs) |
| Power Output | Up to 6,130 lm |
| Wavelength | White-light (6,000K+) |
| IP Rating | IP66 & IP67 |
| IK Rating | IK10 |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +60°C |
| Weight | 9kg (19.8 lbs) |
| Certification | ATEX & IECEx Zone 1 & 21 Gas & Dust; UKCA approved |
| Beam Angles | 120°, equivalent to 2×36W T8 fluorescent; Symmetrical & Asymmetrical optics |
| Input | Mains 110–254V AC 50/60Hz; LV option 18–48V AC / 18–69V DC; ELV option 12V AC/DC |
| Consumption | 56W |
| LED Type | Platinum SMT LEDs (160 LEDs) |
| Power Output | Up to 6,130 lm |
| Wavelength | White-light (6,000K+) |
| IP Rating | IP66 & IP67 |
| IK Rating | IK10 |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +60°C (Emergency: -20°C to +50°C) |
| Battery | Ni/Cd 12V |
| Battery Duration | Up to 3 hrs @25% output (other options available) |
| Emergency Function | Self-testing intelligent emergency |
| System Health Indicator | Tri-colour LED indicator |
| SPX-WL168 | SPARTAN Linear 160 LED, Zone 1/21, White-Light (2x36W / 4ft retrofit) |
| SPX-WL168-EMX25 | SPARTAN Linear 160 LED, Zone 1/21, White-Light – Intelligent Emergency variant (25% Output) (2x36W / 4ft retrofit) |
| SPX-WL168-1500 | SPARTAN Linear 160 LED, Zone 1/21, White-Light – Intelligent High Lumen Output |
| SPX-WL168-T6 | SPARTAN Linear 4ft Light, T6, Zone 1/21, 5000lm (2x36W / 4ft retrofit) |
| SPX-WL168-T6-EMX25 | SPARTAN Linear 4ft Light, T6, Zone 1/21, 5000lm – Emergency (2x36W / 4ft retrofit) |
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