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Mirror Ball Round Pendant System
Round pendant system, 58 cm wide, three 6W LEDs, mirrored polycarbonate
580 × 580 mm
2019
Germany
14.5 kg
Approx. $4,700 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
Official product information
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Description
Overview
SKU MBPS01G-PUSM5, the Mirror Ball Round Pendant System, dates from 2019 and carries the finish name Gold Mirrored Polycarbonate. Manufacture takes place in Germany.
Build
A lightweight transparent plastic sphere is blow moulded, then coated by vacuum metallisation and plating to give each polycarbonate shade its mirror. The system includes three LEDs, a white ceiling rose and a clear cable.
Specifications
- Width and length: 58 cm each (22.8 in)
- Weight: 14.5 kg (32.0 lb)
- LEDs: 3 X 9W wattage from three 6W units
- Colour of light: a CRI over 90 with 3000K
- Dimmer: the mains handles leading & trailing edge
- Rating: cULus for indoor use; 100-120V at 50-60Hz
Story
Inspired by space helmets
Space helmets and disco balls inspired the design. The surface is highly reflective and ultra-visible, while the object stays lightweight and robust.
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Collection
Mirror Ball
Tom Dixon's Mirror Ball collection: spherical pendants, pendant systems and a floor chandelier in mirrored polycarbonate, inspired by space engineering.
