The Lisca is the round one, and it is the least expensive fitting in this range which makes it thedefault choice when a flight of steps needs six or eight fittings rather than one or two. A circular facesits differently from a square or rectangular step light: it reads as a marker rather than a panel, andit suits rendered or rough-textured walls where a rectangle has to line up with something.

Two order codes, and only one of them needs a driver

This listing sells both voltages at the same price, and the bodies are identical, so the order code isthe only thing that tells them apart:

• HV3227T-BLK-240V wires straight to mains. No driver.
• HV3227T-BLK-12V is 12V DC and requires a 12V DC LED driver.The datasheet warns in capitals against connecting the fitting directly to 240V.

For one or two fittings off an existing point, the 240V code is simpler and cheaper overallbecause there is no driver to buy. For a run of six or more, the 12V code is usually better: onedriver feeds the lot, and no earth is needed at each fitting, which matters when they are spread along awall. Because both cost the same, the decision is entirely about the circuit rather than the budget.

Where it works

• External stair flights, one per step or every second step on a long run.
• Path-side and retaining walls at ankle height.
• Rendered or textured walls, where a round face does not need to align with coursing.
• Poolside and coastal steps IP65 covers direct rain and hose wash-down.

Specifying it

The 3W LED is built in no globe, no socket. Tri-colour switching across 3000K,4000K and 5500K gives 150lm, 160lm and 155lm, set once at installation andnot adjustable afterwards, so set every fitting on a flight the same before it goes on the wall. It isnot dimmable. IP65 means it will take a hose, which is more than the IP54 fittings inthis range manage, and it is rated for indoor use as readily as out. Black poly powder-coated aluminium,with a clear diffuser.

Supplied by Lights For You. At this price the temptation is to buy one and see but buy the wholeflight together, because tri-colour LEDs from different production batches can differ very slightly intint, and on a row of fittings that difference is visible when a single replacement never would be.

Questions

What is the difference between the two order codes?

One is 240V AC and wires straight to mains; the other is 12V DC and needs a 12V DC LED driver. Both are black, both cost the same.

Which one should I buy?

240V for one or two fittings off an existing point no driver to buy. 12V for a run of six or more, where one driver feeds the lot and no earth is needed at each fitting.

Can the 12V code go on mains?

No. The datasheet warns against it in capitals. It destroys the fitting and is not a warranty claim.

Can it be used indoors?

Yes. IP65 makes it suitable either way, so it works on an internal stair as well as an external one.

Is there a globe to replace?

No. The 3W LED is built in.

How bright is it?

150lm, 160lm and 155lm across the three colour-temperature settings.

What is the warranty?

Three years, as a replacement warranty.