Diffusing lenses are symmetrical beam-spreading lighting accessories made of glass, polycarbonate or film, providing an extra level of control in lighting applications.
The most common use of diffusing lenses is to increase beam coverage and soften beam fall off.
CLEAR LENS
Clear lenses are furnished standard with fixtures and not considered a spread lens.
FROSTED LENS
The Frosted lens softens and creates a uniform gradient effect from beam center to outer edge. These lenses also help to maximize blending, which is particularly useful with multi-source fixtures like RGBW.
SOLITE LENS
The Solite lens, also referred to as “small pebble,” only slightly removes beam’s punch while softening edges.
PRISMATIC LENS
The Prismatic lens, also referred to as “large pebble” or “general spread,” has a more pronounced widening effect compared to Solite, creating larger beam spreads while also softening edges.
| Nominal Optic | 10º | 24º | 36º | 60º |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measured values | ||||
| Clear | 11º 896 lm | 27º 1,211 lm | 35º 1,125 lm | 54º 1,135 lm |
| Solite | 14º 887 lm | 31º 1,203 lm | 40º 1,192 lm | 55º 1,106 lm |
| Frosted | 31º 803 lm | 50º 1,070 lm | 55º 1,108 lm | 64º 1,022 lm |
| Prismatic | 37º 837 lm | 64º 1,151 lm | 63º 1,138 lm | 66º 1,099 lm |
Check with your local Zaniboni Lighting representative for more information.
