The Fino Square is the larger of the two square Fino step lights, and the one to specify when thefitting has to do actual work rather than only mark an edge. Its opal polycarbonate diffuser spreads a6W output across a wide face, so it reads as an even glowing square instead of a visible LED thedifference between a fitting you notice at ankle height and one you look straight past.

It needs a constant-voltage 12V driver

Both order codes are 12V DC, and the installation sheet is specific about thekind: 12v DC Constant Voltage. That matters when you are buying the driver, because aconstant-current driver is a different device and will not run this fitting properly. The sheetalso warns in capitals against connecting the fitting directly to 240V that destroys itimmediately and is not a warranty claim. Wiring is parallel, and the fitting isProtection Class 3, no earth required, which is what keeps a long run along a wall or astair simple to wire.

Where it works

• External stair flights, mounted on the riser so the tread below is lit rather than the wall above.
• Wide treads and low retaining walls, where a square face suits brick or block coursing.
• Covered entries, porches and under eaves IP54 covers rain and splashing.
• Runs of several fittings from one constant-voltage 12V driver.

What IP54 and IK08 each tell you

Two ratings, two different risks, and both are on the sheet. IP54 is water and dust:protection against dust in harmful quantity and against splashing from any direction. It covers rain andrun-off but not a jet, so if the step gets hosed as part of cleaning a pool surround, choose an IP65fitting instead. IK08 is impact a rating most step lights do not publish at all, andworth having on a fitting mounted at shin height where a wheelbarrow or a boot will eventually find it.

Specifying it

The 6W LED is built in no globe, no socket, nothing to replace over a rated life of over30,000 hours. Tri-colour switching is set once at installation across 3000K, 4000K and5500K, giving 195lm, 199lm and 198lm on a 120 beam. Note those three areeffectively the same brightness the 4000K setting is marginally the highest, so choose the colouryou want and ignore the output difference. It is not dimmable. CRI is above 80, aluminiumpoly powder coated in black or white at the same price.

Lights For You stocks both finishes. If you are running these on a flight, set every fitting to thesame colour temperature before it goes on the wall the switch is on the fitting, not somewhere you canreach afterwards.

Questions

What kind of driver does it need?

A 12V DC constant-voltage driver the installation sheet specifies constant voltage. A constant-current driver is a different device and will not run it correctly.

Can it be wired without a driver?

No. Both order codes are 12V DC, and the sheet warns against connecting the fitting directly to 240V. Doing so destroys it and is not covered.

Does it need an earth?

No. The sheet lists Protection Class 3 no earth required at the fitting. Wiring is parallel.

Is IP54 enough for an outdoor step?

It covers rain, run-off and splashing, which suits most external steps and covered entries. It is not rated for a jet, so avoid hosing or pressure-washing it.

What does the IK08 rating mean?

It is an impact rating useful on a fitting at shin height. Most step lights do not publish one at all.

Which colour temperature is brightest?

They are effectively equal: 195lm at 3000K, 199lm at 4000K and 198lm at 5500K. Choose the colour you want, not the output.

What is the warranty?

Three years, as a replacement warranty.