Infranor™

Polaris-12
Polaris, or the pole star, lies less than one degree
from the north celestial pole and has served as a
stellar beacon leading explorers and navigators to
their destination since the beginning of time.
Similarly, Infranor has been, and continues to be, a
leader in the manufacture of performance flood-
lighting products. The Infranor Polaris-12 continues
this leadership by offering proven reflector technologies
in a new architectural shape. Everything from 100W to
175W in the Polaris-6 and from 250W to 1000W in the
Polaris-12 is now available in one architectural family.

The Infranor Polaris-12 includes the patented Arc

Stream Aligner (pat. # 5,111,371), which allows for
rotation of the lamp while repositioning the arc stream
itself in the optical design center. This increases
luminaire efficiency and optimizes optical performance
while decreasing unwanted spill light.

Like all Infranor products, the Polaris-12 boasts a wide variety

of precision rectangular beam patterns to fit all of the
rectangular elements in our world. No other company has
developed as wide an array of precision optical systems to
eliminate the shadows left by conventional floodlighting products.

Every Infranor Polaris-12 precision flood luminaire meets or

exceeds the stringent requirements set forth by UL for wet location
use and carries the cULus label. All luminaires are fully tested prior
to shipment and backed by the protection of a full Sterner/Infranor
warranty.

Sterner Lighting, through its exclusive Infranor brand, has been

manufacturing premier and custom floodlighting products for over 35
years. Infranor is recognized worldwide as the leader and innovator in
floodlighting products. The Polaris-12 series continues this time-
honored tradition.

Table of Contents:
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5
Luminaire Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Order Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9
Luminaire Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Luminaire Beam Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1
Lighting illustrations . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 13
Photometric distribution . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 17
Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19

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 F e at u r e s a n d B e n e f i t s

DESIGN FORM
An aesthetically pleasing shape helps to accentuate the
surrounding architecture and makes this product ideal for
monument, sign, and facade lighting. Our precision die-cast
methods allow for sharp distinctive lines and eliminate the need
for most external fasteners. The efficient design (18.00" W x 15.41"
H x 12.33" D) includes integral heat sink fins for cooler operation
and longer component life and will operate lamps up to 400W
with an integral ballast and up to 1000W with a remote ballast.

MOUNTING
Heavy Duty Swivel:
40˚
As a standard feature the Polaris-12 includes the most robust, die-
cast swivel available in the market today. Regardless of mounting 140˚

scheme, the innovative swivel design allows for infinite fixture

adjustment throughout its aiming angles ensuring a clean, precise
lighting design. Further, the heavy duty swivel contains an oversize
wiring compartment for easy installation and eliminates the need
for an additional junction box. The Polaris-12 can be conveniently
mounted to walls, post tops, base pads, or stanchions. Swivel Fixture Aiming Range
(Shown with optional base pad)

Yoke: 160˚

Also available as a yoke mount, the Polaris-12 can be

conveniently mounted to walls, base plates, or slip fitters
(horizontal or vertical). See page 7 for mounting options. 68˚

Yoke mount luminaire shipped with cord connector and 3' of

16/3 STO-W cord.
YOKE Fixture Aiming Range

PAT E N T E D A R C S T R E A M A L I G N E R
The Infranor Polaris-12 also comes standard with an Arc Stream
Aligner in all of the horizontally lamped metal halide options.
The Arc Stream Aligner is a patented device (pat. # 5,111,371)
that ensures that the arc stream itself is in the optical design
center. In normal installations, the effect of gravity causes the
arc to bow upward – away from the design center. The Arc
Stream Aligner is a cam-mounted device that allows for
rotation of the lamp and repositions the arc stream into the
focal point, increasing efficiency and optimizing optical
performance while decreasing unwanted spill light. arc stream aligner

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R E C TA N G U L A R B E A M PAT T E R N S
For over 35 years, Infranor’s precision rectangular beam patterns
have been the choice to illuminate prestigious architecture.
Although the Polaris-12 is a new architectual shape, the
luminaire utilizes Infranor’s time-proven reflector technology.
Specifiers may select from seven rectangular beam patterns that
provide the highest degree of uniformity on the targeted surface,
while minimizing spill light into adjacent properties and the
night sky. Further, the efficiencies of rectangular beam patterns
often allow for a reduction in the total number of luminaires
needed. The optical assembly is manufactured as a unitized body
and can be quickly interchanged with other beam patterns to
adapt to field conditions.

Typical Round Beam Pattern Infranor Rectangular Beam Pattern

SEALED SYSTEM
Unlike most systems that use a two-fastener hinging method, the Silicone O-Ring
Infranor Polaris-12 has a die-cast doorframe that attaches Sealing Gasket

securely with four (4) recessed and self-retained stainless steel (4) #10 Self-Retained
Stainless Steel
fasteners. This ensures that the doorframe retains its shape and doorframe screws

exerts uniform pressure on the gasket, maintaining a watertight

seal in all aiming directions.

sponge silicone
O-ring gasket
Sterner engineers have developed a unique gasket system for use
in the Polaris-12. As the doorframe presses against the housing, DIE-CAST
two separate surfaces compress the gasket, forming a dual housing

watertight seal against outside contaminants.

ACCESSORIES
A special reveal has been engineered directly into the doorframe
and accepts all door-mounted accessories. This unique design
eliminates any chance of light leaks. The doorframe may be
removed for maintenance without detaching the shields. Top Shield four-sided shield
See order matrix on pages 8 and 9.

multi-louver shield

Polycarbonate stone guard Barn Door Shield

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 Luminaire construction

tempered glass lens

Reveal for
Mounting options
Four self-retained
stainless steel
Screws provide
secure
attachment,
eliminating
Quick Disconnect doorframe
distortion
and entry of
One-Piece Die-Cast contaminants
Aluminum Housing

sponge silicon
O-ring gasket

Optical
Assembly

Quick Access to
Ballast Compartment

integral
Ballast
Easy Access
For Wiring Wire Entrance
Sealed at Factory

Heavy Duty Swivel

lamp Options

The Polaris-12 accepts both High Pressure Sodium (HPS) and

Metal Halide (MH) mogul base HID lamps with a maximum
wattage of 400W with an integral ballast and up to 1000W with
a remote ballast.

HPS lamps are ideal for applications where maximum efficacy

and lamp life are required. Metal halide lamps are ideal where
“white light” and good color rendering are essential.

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 mounting options

Listed below are the heavy-duty swivel and yoke mount

options. Please consult the factory for other mounting options.

SWIVEL MOUNT OPTIONS

WAll arm Mount: Base Pad Mount:

2.0" IPS Tenon 2.0" IPS Tenon

9/
16" Dia. Holes 6.25"
8.0" SQ. on 4.25" SQ.
16.0"
0.44" Dia. Holes
on 6.0" SQ.
4.0"

6.0" SQ.
1.69" Dia. Holes

WM PD

Dual Post Top Mount: Stanchion Mount:

2.0" IPS Tenon 90˚

24.0" 2.0" IPS Tenon

50˚

4.0"
21.75"

Fits 2.0" IPS

Fixture Aiming Range
4.5" SQ.
DP with wall arm mount
ST

YOKE MOUNT OPTIONS

Yoke mount luminaire shipped with cord connector and 3' of 16/3 SJO cord.

BAse Plate Mount: Slip Fitter:

9/
16" Dia. Holes
on 4.25" SQ.
3.0"
3.12"
3/4"-10 bolt

5.62"
6.0" SQ.
3/
4"–10 Stud 3.44"

BP Fits 2.0" IPS

SF
Wall Bracket:

45˚
8.0"

95˚
4.7" 3/
4" Bolt
0.56" Dia. Holes
on 3.5" SQ.
Fixture Aiming Range
WB with wall bracket

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INFRANOR POLARIS-12
ORDERING SEQUENCE

Item Sequence: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ORDER
NUMBER:
HOUSING LAMP BEAM VOLTAGE BALLAST MODEL MOUNTING SHIELD GENERAL FINISH
WATTAGE PATTERN STYLE OPTIONS OPTIONS OPTIONS

PL12 250MH SP 1,2 HPM 3, 5 120 277 C SW PD BP TS FL BK

400MH 1, 2, 3 ST WB
RN 5 HPM1 1, 2 208 347 YK EC 9 SC BZ
1000MH 4, 5, 6, 7 WM SF
RM 5 HPW 3, 5 240 480 7 4S PCL 7 WH
DP 8
RW 5 HPW11, 2 (swivel only) (yoke only) BD AL
250HPS SG 6, 9 N
400HPS N NS 10
N

Notes: 1) ‘400MH’ only available with ‘SP’, ‘HPM1’ & ‘HPW1’ distributions. 6) ‘1000MH’ not available with ‘SG’ option.
2) ‘SP’, ‘HPM1’, ‘HPW1’ requires ED28 lamps in ‘400MH’. 7) ‘PCL’ Eye Dot Photocell not available in ‘1000MH’ or ‘480V’.
3) ‘400MH’ & ‘HPM’, ‘HPW’ distributions require ED37 lamps. 8) ‘DP’ option automatically doubles the fixture quantity unless otherwise specified.
4) ‘1000MH‘ uses remote ballast box. 9) ‘SG’ not available with ‘EC’.
5) ‘1000MH’ only available with ’RN’, ‘RM’, ‘RW’, ‘HPM’ & ‘HPW’ distributions. 10) Please supply metal color chip or supply RAL# for any ‘NS’ finish.

1. HOUSING 2. LAMP WATTAGE

(PL12) HALIDE SODIUM

(250MH) ED28 (1000MH)** BT37 (250HPS) E18
(400MH)* ED28/ED37 (400HPS) E18

(*‘400MH’ ED28 only available with ‘SP’,‘HPM1’ & ‘HPW1’ distributions.)

(**’1000MH’ uses remote ballast box.)
(**’1000MH’ only available with ‘RN’, ‘RM’, ‘RW’, ‘HPM’ & ‘HPW’ distributions.)
(**’1000MH’not available with ‘SG’ & ‘PCL’ options.)

3. BEAM PATTERN

HALIDE & SODIUM

(SP)* (RN) (RM) (RW) (HPW)** (HPW1)* (HPM)** (HPM1)*

(*’SP’, ‘HP M1’ & ‘HPW1’ distributions require ED28 lamps in ‘400MH’.)
(**‘HPM’ & ‘HPW’ distributions require ED37 lamps in ’400MH’.)
(’1000MH’ only available with ‘RN’, ‘RM’, ‘RW’, ‘HPM’ & ‘HPW’ distributions.)
(SP=spot, BI=bi-polar, R=rectangular, HP=high-point, N=narrow, M=medium, W=wide.)

4. VOLTAGE 5. BALLAST

(120) (240) (347) (C)* Core & Coil

(208) (277) (480)

(*Core and coil ballast is high-power factor and rated for -20 F (-28.9 C) .)
‘
(*480V ‘ not available with ‘PCL‘ - Eye Dot Photocell option.) (* ‘1000MH‘ uses remote ballast box.)

6. MODEL STYLE

(SW) Swivel (YK) Yoke

1.52" 12.33" 18.00" 0.93" 12.33" 18.00"

15.41" 15.41"
17.20"
21.69" 3.25"

1.81"
7.77"
6.30"
2.00" 0.81" for 3/4" mounting bolt
(supplied by others)
Fits 2.00" pipe (2.38" O.D.)

EPA: 2.31 WT: 43 LBS EPA: 2.31 WT: 41 LBS

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 PL12
7. SWIVEL MoUNTING OPTIONS (’DP’ option automatically doubles the fixture quantity unless otherwise specified.)

(PD) Base Pad (ST) Stanchion (DP) Dual Post-Top Mount (WM) Wall Mount
(Anchors supplied by others.) Mount (Anchors supplied by others.)

2.06” 0.56” 2.00” IPS tenon 2.00” IPS tenon

I.D. (4) 3.00” 14.38”
2.00" IPS tenon (2)
4.50” 28.12” 4.00”
6.00” dia 21.75” 24.00” 0.44” (4)
bolt circle
6.00” 4.50”
4.00”
All components steel 11.00” 16.00” 8.00” 6.00”
welded construction All components steel
(For concrete pour) All components steel 4.00” welded construction
(2.00” sch. 40 steel pipe) welded construction 6.00”
2.38”
O.D. Fits 2.00” IPS 8.00”

6.25”
0.25”
(N)
All components steel Not Required
welded construction

7. YOKE MoUNTING OPTIONS

(BP) Base Plate (WB) Wall Bracket (SF) Slip Fitter

Can be mounted
(Anchors supplied by others.) (Anchors supplied by others.) 3.44”
to 2.00" pipe (max) with
0.56” 1.81” 1.16” U-bolts (U-bolts by others). To fit 2.00" (2.38"O.D.)
(4) 3/8” locking pipe tenon x 4.00" long
bolt (min.) Removable
6.00" dia. 3.13”
pipe plug for
bolt circle 1.50” installing
6.00” 3/4" mounting water-tite
3.50” hardware connector
5/8" pivot (supplied)
bolt
3/4" mounting hardware 0.56"
3.50” (4) 5.63” Removable
3/4" mounting
4.50” splice inspection Water-tite
hardware 1.50” Connector
cover
3.00” Removable
1.38” 8.00” Cast tenzalloy hole plug for
Cast ductile iron 5.50” fitter 1/2"set sideyoke
wall bracket and screws mounting
Cast ductile iron 0.38” horizontal sector
surface base
(N)
Not Required

8. SHIELD OPTIONS (Standard shield finish is black unless otherwise specified.)

(TS) Top Shield 17.67" 4.25" (EC)* Egg Crate (4S) Four Sided
17.67" 4.25"
17.67" 4.25"
14.68" 15.07"
15.07"

(BD) Barn Door (SG)* Polycarbonate Stone Guard (N) Not Required
17.67" 6.56"
1.94"
15.07"

(*’SG’ not available with ‘EC’.)

9. GENERAL OPTIONS

(FL) Fuse Luminaire (SC) Safety Cable (PCL)* Eye Dot Photocell (N) Not Required

(*’PCL’ - Eye Dot Photocell not available in ‘1000MH’ or ‘480V’.)

10. FINISH

(BK) Black (BZ) Dark Bronze (WH) White

(AL) Natural Aluminum (NS)* Non-Standard (*Please supply metal color chip or supply RAL# for any ‘NS’ finish.)

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INFRANOR POLARIS-12
FIXTURE DIMENSIONS & details

SWIVEL YOKE
EPA: 2.31 EPA: 2.31
FIXTURE WEIGHT: 43 LBS. FIXTURE WEIGHT: 41 LBS.

1.52" 12.33" 18.00" 0.93" 12.33" 18.00"

15.41" 15.41"

17.20"
21.69" 3.25"

1.81"
7.77"
6.30" 2.00"
0.81" for
3/4" mounting bolts
14.75" (supplied by others)
top ivew 14.31"
Fits 2.00” pipe
(2.38" O.D.) 7.55"
8.0" 4.0"
1000W remote box
Watertight cord connector
(2) supplied (4) clearance holes for 3/8” anchors (supplied by others)

INFRANOR POLARIS-12 WRITTEN SPECIFICATIONS

HOUSING
The luminaire housing shall be one-piece die-cast aluminum with integral cooling
fins for heat dissipation. The perimeter of the casting shall incorporate a channel
designed to retain a silicone O-ring gasket, providing a compression seal to the
doorframe assembly. The luminaire housing, including the wire entrance, shall be
completely sealed from the outside environment.
LENS & DOORFRAME
The luminaire lens shall be clear tempered glass, 0.188" thick, thermal and impact
resistant. Lens shall be set into a die-cast aluminum doorframe, gasketed and
retained by four continuous galvanized steel clips around the lens perimeter for
uniform pressure and watertight seal.
Doorframe shall be one-piece die-cast aluminum and secured to the housing with
four #10 recesessd and self-retained stainless steel screws. The exterior shall contain
four cored holes for securing external shielding accessories. The inner perimeter of
the door casting shall incorporate a c-channel, designed to compress the O-ring
gasket in the housing at two points, providing a “dual seal” to prevent the entrance
of contaminants and moisture.
HEAVY DUTY SWIVEL
The swivel shall be a two-piece die-cast aluminum assembly, designed to mount
directly to a 2" pipe tenon (2.38" O.D.). Swivel shall incorporate two access panels in
the side for wire access to the cULus recognized splice compartment. Swivel shall
mount to the luminaire housing with two die-cast hubs for additional mounting
support and locking capability to withstand the toughest of environmental
conditions and shall allow for infinite aiming positions within its aiming range.
YOKE
The luminaire yoke shall be of formed aluminum 0.25" thick and 2.00" wide. Yoke
shall allow for infinite aiming positions within its aiming range. Yoke version shall
be equipped with a watertight connector and 3' of 16/3 STO-W cord.
FINISH
Finished parts are washed in a multistage phosphate processing system and finished
with a polyester urethane powder coat paint. Standard colors are dark bronze, black,
white, and natural aluminum. Contact factory for non- standard colors.
REFLECTOR
The luminaire reflector module shall be of a high purity anodized or patterned
specular aluminum in a choice of forms to provide a wid e selection of
constricted, rectangular, high-proportioned, beam patterns. All
reflector units (spot to be spun aluminum) shall be backed by an aluminum
extrusion for stability and repeatability of distribution.
ELECTRICAL MODULE
Luminaire shall be cULus listed for use in wet locations and manufactured
from UL recognized electrical components. Electrical assembly is easily
accessible through the reflector module. Each high power factor ballast is
capable of starting temperatures down to -20°F (-28.9°C) and shall be CWA.
The socket shall be a mogul-based porcelain socket with a 4KV rating.
LAMP
Luminaire shall accept the following lamps:
250MH, 400MH* ED28
400MH* ED37
1000MH BT37
250HPS, 400HPS E18
(*distribution dependant)
To obtain the highest level of lighting quality, it is recommended to replace
lamps before reaching predicted lamp lif e per manufacturer’s and IES
guidelines. It is also recommended to group re-lamp to maintain uniformity
and performance.
REMOTE MOUNTED BALLAST BOX (1000MH)
Ballast shall be housed in a cast aluminum housing with heat dissipating fins
and supplied with (2) watertight connectors. Ballast box shall have a cast
aluminum cover and is secured with (6) plated steel fasteners. Ballast shall be
capable of mounting at a distance of 200 ft. (based on 10-gauge wire and 1%
voltage drop). The cast aluminum alloy shall contain less than 2/10 of 1%
copper for resistance to corrosion including marine applications.

In the interest of continuous product improvement, Sterner Lighting reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Lamp and electrical specifications/availability subject to change by manufacturer without notice.

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 Luminaire bea m patterns

beam M Ax C D beam angle 50% field angle 10%

lamp pat t e r n Va lu e s m ax c d ( I n D e g r e e s ) m ax c d ( I n D e g r e e s ) ies type

V xH V xH V xH

250W MH

ED28 SP 152,600 07x14 15x35 1x3

RN 25,300 11x74 39x92 3x5
RM 14,100 20x74 114x114 6x6
RW 8,700 38x76 122x123 6x6
HPM 8,600 52x89 122x143 6x7
HPW 7,900 63x99 108x143 6x7

400W MH

ED28 SP 153,700 09x18 20x44 2x3

BT37 RN 38,600 12x76 67x100 4x5
BT37 RM 18,700 22x72 118x117 6x6
BT37 RW 10,700 57x83 122x128 6x6
BT37 HPM 13,500 53x91 113x142 6x7
ED28 HPM1 15,100 45x99 116x142 6x7
BT37 HPW 9,200 95x107 129x147 6x7
ED28 HPW1 11,600 74x102 118x146 6x7
ED28

1000W MH

BT37 RN 116,600 12x73 31x97 3x5

RM 69,500 14x77 96x112 5x6
RW 30,600 52x84 106x128 6x6
HPM 45,400 53x91 113x142 6x7
HPW 30,900 95x107 129x147 6x7

250W HPS

E18 SP 178,400 05x16 11x45 1x3

RN 67,600 06x77 16x104 1x6
RM 24,700 23x77 93x108 5x6
RW 13,800 42x81 103x115 6x6
HPM 11,400 60x85 122x142 6x7
HPW 9,400 82x94 122x145 6x7

400W HPS

E18 SP 199,600 07x18 13x59 1x4

RN 94,400 09x80 24x106 2x6
RM 44,100 23x77 93x108 5x6
RW 24,600 42x81 103x115 6x6
HPM 21,700 57x88 124x142 6x7
HPW 16,800 82x94 122x145 6x7

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 l i g h t i n g i l l u s t r at i o n s

BUILDING FAC ADES

Building and facade lighting can be used to create patterns of

illumination, to provide a uniform wash of the facade, or to
highlight sculptures and other architectural features. The
plethora of beam patterns available with the Polaris-12
product addresses the variety of installation challenges and
provides solutions to all architectural lighting needs.

This application uses the RN reflector option at a short

setback to highlight the building facade.

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SIGNAGE

Good sign lighting design is accomplished by minimizing

spill light while maximizing uniformity. Luminaires
should be unobtrusive and easy to maintain. The Infranor
Polaris-12 product, with its rectangular beam pattern, is
the ideal luminaire for meeting these requirements for
signs of all sizes.

This application uses three RN beam patterns to provide a

uniform illumination over the surface of the sign.

MONUMENTS

Monument lighting should provide an efficient and

interesting solution that highlights the prominent
features while minimizing excessive spill light into
the nighttime sky. The Polaris-12 with its excellent
beam control, is ideal for this type of lighting design.

This application uses several different beam patterns and varying

setbacks to make this a prominent feature in the nighttime sky.

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 photometric Distribution: 400W mh L A MP

Values based on 32,000 initial lumens.

InfraNOR sp ITL Report #37431

27 CANDELAS
153680
18 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

115260
9 76840

0 50% MAX CANDELA 38420

-90˚ 90˚
-10
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-19

-28 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-27 -18 -9 0 9 18 27 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR rn ITL Report #37417

72 CANDELAS
38560
48 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

28920
24 19280

0 50% MAX CANDELA 9640

-90˚ 90˚
-24
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-48

-72 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-72 -48 -24 0 24 48 72 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR rm ITL Report #37416

90 CANDELAS
18744
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

14058
30 9372

0 50% MAX CANDELA 4686

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR rw ITL Report #37436

90 CANDELAS
10689
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

8016.75
30 5344.5

0 50% MAX CANDELA 2672.25

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

Photometric distributions illustrated above are based on a 400W MH lamp. For other lamping options, please consult the applications department at Sterner Lighting.

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 InfraNOR hpm ITL Report #37411

90 CANDELAS
13493
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

10119.75
30 6746.5

0 50% MAX CANDELA 3373.25

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR hpw ITL Report #37601

90 CANDELAS
9189
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

6891.75
30 4594.5

0 50% MAX CANDELA 2297.25

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR hpw1 ITL Report #37409

90 CANDELAS
11594
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

8695.5
30 5797

0 50% MAX CANDELA 2898.5

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

Photometric distributions illustrated above are based on a 400W MH lamp. For other lamping options, please consult the applications department at Sterner Lighting.

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 photometric Distribution: 400W hp s L a mp

Values based on 50,000 initial lumens.

InfraNOR SP ITL Report #37430

45 CANDELAS
199590
30 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

149692.5
15 99795

0 50% MAX CANDELA 49897.5

-90˚ 90˚
-15
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-30

-45 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-45 -30 -15 0 15 30 45 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR RN ITL Report #37424

90 CANDELAS
94360
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

70770
30 47180

0 50% MAX CANDELA 23590

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR Rm ITL Report #37425

90 CANDELAS
44050
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

33037.5
30 22025

0 50% MAX CANDELA 11012.5

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR Rw ITL Report #37426

90 CANDELAS
24634
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

18475.5
30 12317

0 50% MAX CANDELA 6158.5

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

Photometric distributions illustrated above are based on a 400W HPS lamp. For other lamping options, please consult the applications department at Sterner Lighting.

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 InfraNOR hpm ITL Report #37415

90 CANDELAS
21694
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

16270.5
30 10847

0 50% MAX CANDELA 5423.5

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

InfraNOR hpw ITL Report #37427

90 CANDELAS
16787
60 10% MAX CANDELA
V E RT I C A L D E G R E E S

12590.25
30 8393.5

0 50% MAX CANDELA 4196.75

-90˚ 90˚
-30
HORIZONTAL DISTRIBUTION
-60

-90 VERTICAL DISTRIBUTION

-90 -60 -30 0 30 60 90 HOR I ZO N ta l D e g r e e s

Photometric distributions illustrated above are based on a 400W HPS lamp. For other lamping options, please consult the applications department at Sterner Lighting.

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 applic ation inform ation

I E S - R E C O M M E N D E D I L L U M I N A N C E VA L U E S

surface lux footc andles surface lux footc andles

BRIGHT SURROUNDINGS BRIGHT SURROUNDINGS

LIGHT SURFACES 150 15 LIGHT SURFACES 500 50

MEDIUM LIGHT SURFACES 200 20 DARK SURFACES 1000 100

b u i l d i n g fa c a d e s

sign lighting
MEDIUM DARK SURFACES 300 30

DARK SURFACES 500 50

DARK SURROUNDINGS DARK SURROUNDINGS

LIGHT SURFACES 50 5 LIGHT SURFACES 200 20

MEDIUM LIGHT SURFACES 100 10 DARK SURFACES 500 50

MEDIUM DARK SURFACES 150 15

DARK SURFACES 200 20

recommended guidelines

B E A M PAT T E R N S
The rectangular narrow beam pattern (RN) is ideal for lighting
facades and signs where long setbacks are necessary or for
providing a uniform wash on tall facades with short setbacks.
The high proportioned wide beam pattern (HPW) is
appropriate for providing an even wash on facades with medium
setbacks and is effective in controlling spill light by placing a
high proportion of the light above the center beam. The variety
of beam spreads making up the spread between SP and HPW
provide solutions for all possible lighting needs.
As the possibilities of aiming options and solutions for
lighting applications are unlimited, the following information
serves to provide a general rule of thumb in determining
beam spread requirements for applications where uniform
illumination is required.
SETBACK
Luminaire setback can vary depending on the results desired. If
a textured surface is being illuminated and the desired effect is
to emphasize the texture of the surface, a short setback should
be considered to reveal the depth of the texture. If a uniform
wash or distribution is required, then a setback of two-thirds to
three-quarters the height of the structure should be considered.
L U M I N A I R E S PA C I N G
Depending on the lighting effects desired and the beam pattern
used, luminaire spacing should range between one and two
times the luminaire setback. With the wide variety of beam
patterns available with the Polaris-12, there are many tools to
select from for all of your lighting design challenges.
SHIELD OPTIONS
Luminaire shield options are available. Shields will affect the
published photometric distributions. Please consult the factory
for assistance.

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 recommended guidelines (cont ’d)

Illustrated in the following application is a 25' high and 50' high general guideline for selecting the appropriate beam spread for
wall and varying luminaire setback positions. Also shown are the applications requiring an even illumination of the surface. Please
recommended rectangular beam patterns suggested for the given consult the factory for assistance in applying these and other beam
luminaire setback ranges. The example below is meant to be a spreads and for assistance with your lighting design.

50'

25'
setback

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en rn
m te 5
m
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15

RN 20

25
RM 30
M
HP

Note: Luminaire spacing is one to two times

luminaire setback, depending on uniformity
W
, R

levels required.
RM

T E C H N I C A L A S S I S TA N C E
Just as there are many stars in the nighttime sky, there are many
different solutions available for a successful lighting design. Our
experienced staff of application engineers has been involved
with the lighting design for applications ranging from simple
sign lighting to the lighting of the shuttle launch pad at Cape
Canaveral. This same staff of expert application engineers is
available to assist with all of your lighting design challenges.
Please consult the applications department at Sterner Lighting
for assistance with your design.

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