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Whirl Large Portable Light
Spiral-form portable light with a semi-metallised polycarbonate shade, 54 cm high, 500 lumens
450 × 540 × 450 mm
2024
Germany
2.62 kg
Approx. $1,300 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
Official product information
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Description
Overview
The Whirl Large Portable Light (SKU WHSP01CO-PHUN01M1) has an integrated LED, a spiral polycarbonate shade, and both a tripod base and a hanging strap. Its finish name is Copper Polished Polycarbonate; the country of origin is Germany.
Shade
Each shade is blow-moulded from polycarbonate and completed with a semi-metallised finish. Finish: mirrored, gloss.
Specifications
- Size: 45 x 45 x 54 cm (W x D x H), or 17.7 x 17.7 x 21.3 in
- Lamp base: 28.8 cm (11.3 in) across
- Weight: 2.62 kg (5.8 lb)
- Output: 500 lumens at 3000K; CRI above 90
- Dimmer: button with three steps
- Charging: rechargeable at 5V, taking 8 hours
- Rating: IP44, Class III (SELV)
Story
Op Art reflections
Whirl is inspired by the Op Art movement and serves as an experimental study in mirrored reflections. Lit, the internal reflections of its spiral shape form shifting, hypnotic layers of abstract patterns.
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