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Tresco’s lighting products are available in eight standard color finishes: White, Black, Chrome, Gold, Nickel, Antique Brass, Aluminum and Oil Rubbed Bronze. Please refer to the individual Product Sections for color availability of each product.

Chrome (CH) Antique Brass (AB)Black (BL) Nickel (NI)(Brushed)

White (WH) Oil RubbedBronze (ORB)

Gold (GD) Aluminum (AL)(mill)

• Both are independent non-profit labs — not government agencies or government funded• ETL is the largest worldwide• UL is the largest in the USA• Both are Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) as recognized by OSHA• Both are recognized by local inspectors throughout North America• No mark is better than the other

Tresco Products Tested and Certified for Canada and the United States

ETL or UL marks serve as proof of product compliance to Canadian and U.S. standards. When products bear these marks, it indicates to the consumer that the products have passed a complete and thorough set of tests and certification requirements.

All TRESCO® lighting systems are registered and certified by ETL and/or UL. In addition, a majority of our individual lighting components (lights, power supplies, and accessories) are also registered and certified by ETL and/or UL.

UL’s Recognized Component Mark

The UL Recognized Component Mark is used on components that are a part of larger products or systems. It is certified by UL to both Canadian and U.S. requirements.

* The ETL Mark is a registered trademark of Intertek. The UL Mark and Recognized Component Mark are registered trademarks of Underwriters Laboratories Inc. All product dimensions and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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ETL and UL – Testing, Inspection and Certification

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CE Mark

CE Marking permits a product to be sold throughout the European Union. It is a conformity mark noting the product complies with all applicable European Directives.


Color Temperature

2700KWarm White

Recommended for Earth Tones

Mimics Incandescent

Highlights Wood Grains

Primarily for Residential

Not Recommended for White

3000KWarm White


Slightly “Whiter” Than Incandescent


Primarily Residential


3500KWarm to Neutral

Transitional Between Warm and Cool

Will Equally Highlight Earth Tones and Cool Tones

Recommended forResidential and Commercial Use

Will Give White an O�-White Look

5000KCool White

Highlights Whites/Blue/Cool Tones

Primarily Commercial Use

Recommended for White

Not Recommended for Wood Grain/Earth Tones

6500KDaylight

Has Bluish Tint (Sky Color)

Primarily Used for Backlighting/Signs

Not Recommended for Residential

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2700KWarm White


Mimics Incandescent




3000KWarm White











5000KCool White





6500KDaylight




2700KWarm White


Mimics Incandescent




3000KWarm White











5000KCool White





6500KDaylight




2700KWarm White


Mimics Incandescent




3000KWarm White











5000KCool White





6500KDaylight




2700KWarm White


Mimics Incandescent




3000KWarm White











5000KCool White





6500KDaylight




Color temperature is the rating a particular color renders on the Kelvin scale. These color temperatures alter how an object or room is perceived when illuminated, and Tresco Lighting offers a wide range to choose from.

The color temperatures available for each Tresco light are listed in their product specification chart. To find the appropriate color temperature range for your application, please reference the table above.


Understanding the Importance of Light SpreadAny puck-style, under-cabinet light should have a light spread of at least 90º in order to avoid spot lighting.

The cases noted here have light spreads of 25º and 45º. In the case of the 25º light spread, each fixture needs to be spaced a maximum of 8” apart to avoid spot lighting, and the 45º light would need to be placed 12” apart. In both cases, narrow beam lights produce higher foot-candle (FC) readings but limited coverage. Simply choosing higher FC readings and ignoring the beam angle leads to unintentional spot lighting. When compared to competitor lighting options, using a Tresco 3W provides 127 lumens with 120º spread versus only 28 and 70 lumens with spreads of 25° and 45°. This allows Tresco 3W pucks to be spaced 20” apart, creating continuous lighting without scallops or shadows. Only five Tresco lights are needed to illuminate the countertop surface and backsplash, 45% less than the competition.

Puck �xture Dead spots

Even illumination occurs 12” below wall cabinets25º spread

COMPETITOR LIGHTING5” spaces between �xtures

270”2 dead spots12” to full saturation

81”

Dead spots40º spread

Puck �xture

COMPETITOR LIGHTING8” spaces between �xtures

281”2 dead spots10.5” to full saturation

81”

Even illumination occurs 10.5” below wall cabinets

9 Lights required9 Lights required

TRESCO® �xture 120º spread

L-POC-3LEDSFR

TRESCO® LIGHTING18-20” spaces between �xtures

114”2 dead spots3.5” to full saturation

81”

Even illumination occurs 3.5” below wall cabinets

TRESCO® Fixture 120º Spread

TRESCO® LIGHTING18-20” Spaces between �xtures

114”2 Dead Spots3.5” to full saturation

40º 120º25º

TRESCO® 3W Illuminatescomplete workspaceand backsplash

Competitor lightsdo not illuminatecomplete worskpace(backsplash is dark)

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luniform (loo-nuh-fawrm) n. The technology to eliminate “dotted” appearances and reduce unwanted glare within light emitting diode fixtures.

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Luniform

SECONDARY OPTICS

DIODE TECHNOLOGY

Diode Blending Film for Infinex

SimpLED 2.0

Power Pockit® 5W

T5 LED Eurolinx

Secondary optics are lighting components uniquely designed to diffuse LED diodes and reduce glare, such as special lenses and proprietary films.

Diode technology allows for up to 10X the amount of LED diodes on a single circuit board or substrate,resulting in greater light output and a uniform beam spread.


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T5 Fluorescent vs. T5 LED Case Study

T5 Fluorescent T5 LED

Retailer X approached Tresco Lighting to outfit their stores with fluorescent, or in the alternative LED.

400 stores x $361 savings would equal $144,400 (20.14%) savings for Retailer X over a 3 year period for choosing LED over fluorescent.

Note: Most T5 Fluorescent Ballasts are 20K rated.

Description Wattage Qty Cost/EA Extended3’ T5 Fluorescent 21W 15 /$19.73 $295.95 2’ T5 Fluorescent 13W 8 /$18.50 $148.00

TOTAL MATERIAL COST: $443.95

Maintenance Cost (30,000 hr period) 46 Bulbs X $4.00 Replacement Bulb Cost: $184.00

Labor to Replace Bulbs3 hours X $20/hour Labor for Replacements: $60.00

Disposal Fee (bulbs)$0.60 per bulb X 46 bulbs Total Bulb Disposal Fee: $27.60

Energy Cost to Operate (30,000hr period)

Description Watts/EA Qty Total Watts3’ T5 Fluorescent 21 15 315 2’ T5 Fluorescent 13 8 104

Total Watts 419

419W X 30,000hrs/1000 X .10/Kwh Energy Cost to Operate: $1,257.00

TOTAL LIFETIME COST: $1,972.55

Description Wattage Qty Cost/EA Extended3’ T5 LED, Daylight 14W 15 /$41.25 $618.752’ T5 LED, Cool 7W 8 /$24.35 $194.80

TOTAL MATERIAL COST: $813.55

Maintenance Cost (30,000 hr period) 0 Bulbs Required Replacement Bulb Cost: $0.00

Labor to Replace Bulbs0 labor required Labor for Replacements: $0.00

Disposal Fee (bulbs)0 bulbs to dispose of Total Bulb Disposal Fee: $0.00

Energy Cost to Operate (30,000hr period)

Description Watts/EA Qty Total Watts3’ T5 LED, Daylight 14 15 2102’ T5 LED, Cool 7 8 56

Total Watts 266

266W X 30,000hrs/1000 X .10/KwhEnergy Cost to Operate: $798.00

TOTAL LIFETIME COST: $1,611.55


Basic Specifications to Install Tresco® 12V Lights

With a PLug-In Power Supply

Option 1: Up to six Controllers plugged into (1) Mounting Block

A. Power Supply

To control each light individually, use Option 1.

To control all lights at the same time, use Option 2.

B. Mounting Block

C. Controllers

D. Tresco Lights

Option 2: One Controller plugged in before the Mounting Block

A. Power Supply

B. Mounting Block

C.Controller

D. Tresco Lights

Side view (Puck Light Install)Typical Installation Showing One Controller for All Lights (Linear vs. Puck)

Note: Before making final connections, make sure to add up all the wattage of the lights used. Do not exceed the wattage rating of the Power Supply and each Controller.

note: 12VDC plug-in Power Supplies are dimmable on the 12VDC side only.

A. Power Supply

Select either a 12W, 18W or 60W Power Supply.

For example: an 18W Power Supply can power up to (18) 1W Lights or (6) 3W Lights.

B. Mounting Block

(1) Mounting Block is included with each 12W, 18W or 60W Power Supply.

Up to (6) Controllers and/or Lights can plug into (1) Mounting Block.

C. Controllers

Select from six different types of Tresco Controllers.1. Remote Control Dimmers2. Manual Rotary Dimmer 3. Motion Sensor Controls 4. Photo/Light Sensor Control 5. Touch Dimmer Controls6. Door Sensor

D. Tresco Lights

12VDC LED Lights

Mounting Block

120VWallOutlet

Controller

12VDC Power SupplyMounting Block120VWallOutlet

12V

12VDC Power SupplyMounting Block

Controller

12VDC Power Supply

LegenD:

12V

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Controller

Basic Specifications toInstall Tresco® 12V Lights

With a PLUG-IN Power Supply

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Basic Specifications to Install Tresco® 12V Lights

With a HArDWIre Power Supply

B. Dimmable HardwirePower Supply (60W Max.)

To turn all lights on/off at the same time, use a Wall Switch.

To control (dim) all lights at the same time, use a Wall Dimmer.

C. Mounting Block(optional)

D. Tresco Lights

A. Wall Switch orLeD Wall Dimmer

If using Wall Switch, the Power Supply requires a 50% load. If using Dimmer, the Power Supply requires no minimum load.LED Wall Dimmer 150W maximum capacity.

Typical Hardwire Installation for 12V Pockit® Lights

Side view (Linear Install)Typical Hardwire Installation for 12V Linear Lights

Dimmable by standard LED Wall dimmers.

Note: Before making final connections, make sure to add up all the wattage of the lights used. Do not exceed the wattage rating of the Power Supply.

Wall Switch or Wall Dimmer

Hardwire 12VDC Power Supply

12V

Mounting Block(optional)

Wall Switch or Wall Dimmer 120V




120V

120V

Mounting Block(optional)



120V

LegenD:red = 120V Wiring

Blue = 12VDC Wiring

120V 120V

Caution: Cannot dim a Receptacle. This is a potential hazard and can cause Lights to flicker as well as damage Power Supply.


12V

Basic Specifications toInstall Tresco® 12V Lights

With a HARDWIRE Power Supply

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Caution: DO NOT dim a receptacle. This is a potential hazard and can cause lights to flicker as well as damage power supply.


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In-Wall Wiring: Typical for FRaMElESS Cabinets (example installation of 12VDC Linear Lights)

12VDC Power Supply 12VDC

Power Supply

Side view

120V Wall Outlet(above cabinets)

120V Wall Outlet

12V

16-gauge Class 2 wirefed inside wall

12V

12VDC Power Supply


OuTSIdE of Wall Wiring:Typical for FRaMEd Cabinets (example installation of 12VDC Pockit® Lights)

12VDC Power Supply

Side view

120V Wall Outlet

12V12V

Wires that accompany Tresco lighting fixtures are fed behind or in-between cabinets

16-gauge Class 2 wirefed inside wall

How to Wire a Kitchenwith Tresco® 12V lights

for Frameless or Framed Cabinets

Wires that are attached to or accompany Tresco lighting systems are not approved for in-wall use. Class 2 wire must be used (purchased separately). Class 2, 16-gauge wire is the minimum for in-wall applications.

For in-wall wiring – typically used for frameless cabinets – use 16-gauge Class 2 wire (minimum) to route wire through kitchen walls (see 1st illustration below).

For outside of wall wiring – typically used for framed cabinets – use wires provided with Tresco lighting fixtures with appropriate link and extension leads (LINKD series) that are available in several lengths.

• To wire a kitchen with Tresco 12V lights, first roughly lay out lighting system to help verify final positioning of all components. Make sure to add up all the wattage of the lighting system. Do not exceed the wattage rating of the Power Supply. If using a Tresco D.I.Y. Controller, do not exceed the wattage of the Controller.

WCON(Barrel Connectors)

WCON

WCON


lEgEnd: Red = 120V

Purple = Class 2 Wire

Blue = 12VdC

length of Wire from Power Supply to Run of lights This is a general guide based on a 60 Watt/5 Amp load:

- Recommended maximum length using Class 2, 16-gauge (AWG) wire = 7.6 meters (25 ft.)- Recommended maximum length using links/extensions that accompany Tresco lights = 4.6 meters (15 ft.)

Note: A licensed electrician should be consulted for wiring through walls and other permanent structures. When mounting and wiring a light system, follow all local electric codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Mounting Block

Mounting Block

12V wire that accompanies Lights


How to Wire a Kitchenwith Tresco® 12V Lights

for Frameless or Framed Cabinets


use d.I.Y. Connectors with Class 2 Wire

For Making Junction Between In-Wall Wiring & light Fixture Wire

Items required for in-wall installation:• (10) Barrel Connectors White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-LED-WCON-WH-1 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-LED-WCON-BL-1

• Class 2, 16 AWG wire White, 15.2 m (50 ft.) roll . . . L-16CL2-WH50-1 White, 76.2 m (250 ft.) roll . . L-16CL2-WH250-1

• Small screwdriver Black, mini slotted . . . . . . . L-MFSCRWDR-1

• Wires that are attached to or accompany Tresco lighting systems are not approved for in-wall use. Class 2, 16-gauge wires must be used (purchased separately). Class 2, 16-gauge wire is the minimum for in-wall applications.

12VDC Power Supply


Typical In-Wall Wiring with Kitchen Cabinets (example installation of 12V Linear Lights)

12V

16-gauge Class 2 wire routed inside wall around windows, etc.

Lighting Link Cord WCON WCON

note: Make sure electrical polarity (positive and negative) is correctly maintained when making junction between Class 2 wire and Light Fixture wire. (+) Red to (+) Red ( - ) Black to ( - ) Black

Note: Fixture wires are tagged (+) ( - ) when red- and black-colored wires are not utilized.

12V

16-gauge Class 2 wire fed inside wall


WCON

WCOn - Barrel Connectors Class 2 Wire

Class 2 Wire from Power Supply Wire to

Lights

Note: A licensed electrician should be consulted for wiring through walls and other permanent structures. When mounting and wiring a light system, follow all local electric codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC).


Use D.I.Y. Connectorswith Class 2 Wire

For Making Junction BetweenIn-Wall Wiring & Light Fixture Wire

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120V

120V

UnderstandingVoltage Drop

When Installing Tresco® 12V LightingPockit® (Puck) Light Series

• Note: The information provided for measuring voltage drop is a general guide only based on the length of the run and assuming 50% load (30W). Voltage drop goes down with less load and voltage drop goes up with more load. Other factors may influence voltage drop. All measurements and calculations are approximate.

• In-wall wiring: Wires that are attached to or accompany Tresco lighting systems are not approved for in-wall use. Class 2, 16-gauge (AWG) wires must be used (purchased separately).

• All Tresco Power Supplies can be applied to the information provided herein on voltage drop.

Ideally, Voltage Drop variance should be within 5%. Absolute maximum should never exceed 8%.

• Recommended maximum length using links/extensions that accompany Tresco lights = 4.6 meters (15 ft.).

• Recommended maximum length using Class 2, 16-gauge wire = 7.6 meters (25 ft.).

Example 1:

12VDC Power Supply

Tresco Light

12VDC Power Supply

Mounting Block Tresco Light

5.5 m (18 ft.) 4 m (13 ft.)

-4.3% Voltage Drop from Power Supply to Mounting Block

0.3 m (1 ft.)

Example 3:

-10.3% = TOTAL Voltage Drop

Voltage drop is the amount of electric current lost due to the resistance of the conductors (wires).

On most installations – even larger installations – voltage drop is not an issue, but excessive voltage drop could result in diminished light output. Keeping wire length in mind is a best practice to ensure optimum light performance.

For instance, if specifications recommend that the maximum length from Power Supply to the first Light not exceed 5 meters (16 ft.), the light will still work if you exceed that length! Again the loss is gradual, but an excessive length could result in dimmer light.

Other factors also influence voltage drop, including the number of connectors, quality of the conductor (aluminum vs. copper wires), and cross-sectional area (gauge).

All Tresco wires and cords provided are specifically for wiring outside of walls and have a 4.6 meters (15 ft.) maximum length recommendation.

For in-wall wiring, stranded Class 2, 16-gauge wires must be used (purchased separately). Also if needed, lower gauge (which means larger wire) helps reduce voltage drop by lowering overall resistance.

Mounting Block

12V

12VDC Power Supply

Tresco Light

2.1 m (7 ft.) Total length of wires

-4.3%Voltage Drop0.3 m (1 ft.)

Mounting Block

12V

(1) L-LED-LINKD-180 extension cord

Cord that comes with light


4 m (13 ft.) Total length of wires

(2) L-LED-LINKD-180 extension cords


Example 2:

120V

-2.3% Voltage Drop


Note: The overall Voltage Drop variance between Light #1 and Light #3 is 8%, which is noticeable.

#1

#2

#3

2 m (79 in.)

3.7 m (12 ft.)


12V Pockit® Lights (Puck)

0.15 m(6 in.)

0.15 m(6 in.)

1.8 m(72 in.)

1.8 m(72 in.)

1.8 m(72 in.)

1.8 m(72 in.)

2 m(79 in.)


0.15 m(6 in.)

1.8 m(72 in.)

2 m(79 in.)

0.15 m(6 in.)

0.15 m(6 in.)

0.15 m(6 in.)

-6% Voltage Drop from Mounting Block to Light

12V

11.7V

12V

12V

11.5V

10.8V11.5V


When Installing Tresco® 12V LightingPockit® (Puck) Light Series

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120V

120V

120V


Example 1:

12VDC Power Supply

0.3 m (1 ft.)

-0.7% Voltage Drop from Power Supply to Light

First Voltage Drop is critical to ensure that the start of a run is within 5-8% variance maximum.

Secondary Voltage Drop is often less critical, since excessive link cord use is not typical.

0.3 m (1 ft.) 12V 11.9V 11.9V 11.8V

Tresco’s longest linking cords are 2 meters (79 in.) which is only a 2% voltage drop – without a noticeable difference in light output.

• Note: The information provided for measuring voltage drop is a general guide only based on the length of the run and assuming 50% load (30W). Voltage drop goes down with less load and voltage drop goes up with more load. Other factors may influence voltage drop. All measurements and calculations are approximate.

Mounting Block

0.3 m (1 ft.)

Example 2:

0.6 m (2 ft.)

12VDC Power Supply

0.3 m (1 ft.) 0.3 m (1 ft.) 11.2V

Mounting Block

5.5 m (18 ft.)

Light #1 Light #2 Light #3


0.3 m (1 ft.)

The total Voltage Drop is 1.3% with a variance between Light #1 and Light #3 of 0.6% which is not noticeable.

The total Voltage Drop is 7% with a variance between Light #1 and Light #3 of 6.3% which is not noticeable.

11.9V 11.9V 0.3 m (1 ft.)

12V Linear Lights Linked in Series Using Link Cords Linear Lights are typically within 1 meter (3 ft.) of each other without a noticeable voltage drop (less than 1%).

Example 3:

12VDC Power Supply

4.0 m (13 ft.)

Mounting Block


3.7 m (12 ft.)

0.3 m (1 ft.) 0.3 m (1 ft.) 0.15 m(6 in.)

Voltage Drop to Light #1 is above 5-8% variance. Run of lights will be dimmer than expected.


(3) L-LED-LINKD-180extension cords

(1) L-LED-LINKD-180extension cord

-0.3% Voltage Drop from previous Light

-1.3% = TOTAL Voltage Drop


-0.3% Voltage Drop from previous Light0.6 m (2 ft.)




0.15 m(6 in.)

1.8 m(72 in.)

2 m(79 in.)

12V

12V


-7% = TOTAL Voltage Drop

-6% Voltage Drop from previous Light

-9% = TOTAL Voltage Drop




10.9V11.0V 11.0V

The total Voltage Drop is 9% with a variance between Light #1 and Light #3 of 0.7% which is not noticeable.


When Installing Tresco® 12V LightingLinear Linkable Series

12V

12V

12V

3.7 m (12 ft.)


When Installing Tresco® 12V LightingLinear Linkable Series

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