Designer Flood LED

Floodlighting

A flood of practical design and

exceptional performance
The Philips Gardco Designer Flood LED combines impressive floodlighting
performance and control with the efficiency and energy savings of the LED source.
Based on the popular Designer Floodlight Series, this new line of architectural
luminaires is specifically designed for advanced LED arrays.
LEDs are significantly more sensitive and operate differently than HID systems. Simply placing
LEDs into existing luminaires is almost certain to reduce LED life and adversely affect performance.
The housing of the Designer Flood LED provides advanced thermal management to dissipate heat,
thereby maximizing the inherent sustainability of the LED source.
While the housing shape is redesigned to better suit the source, the best elements of the Designer
Floodlight Series are retained, including the die cast aluminum construction, rugged mounting
knuckle, integral splice box, and tamper-resistant fasteners, all protected by a textured polyester
powdercoat finish, silicone seals and moisture-proof gasketing.

DFC7 luminaire shown with natural aluminum paint (NP)

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DFL7 luminaire shown with natural aluminum paint (NP)

Whether ground, wall, ceiling or pole mounted, its timeless form is always appropriate,
comfortably blending into its surroundings. It is performance, however, that distinguishes
Philips Gardco and the Designer Flood LED. When used in place of HID systems, the
Designer Flood LED offers energy savings of up to 50%.
Six precision optical systems are available, delivering the right pattern for any application. Free from streaks and
striations, these distributions place the intended target in its best light.
But having the right distribution pattern is only half of the battle. Frequently, setback considerations and
architectural limitations make placing the luminaire extremely challenging. With its numerous mounting options,
the Designer Flood LED addresses these concerns practically and handsomely. Mounting accessories are
specifically designed to complement the luminaire, and with its integral splice box, the luminaire can be mounted
flush at grade. Combined with 358 horizontal and 180 vertical rotational ability, you have a precision lighting
instrument that can only come from Philips Gardco.

Intelligent
Construction
The low-level environment is extremely
severe. Vandalism, landscaping
equipment and Mother Nature combine
to gradually destroy everything within
its grasp. And yet it is also a setting
where the luminaire is most often seen, with
mounting positioned nearer to the users of the
site. A luminaire must be solid and durable if it is
to survive in these harsh surroundings.

Heavy Duty Knuckle

The knuckle is the Achilles Heel of the common
floodlight, where even a minor impact can break
or bend the assembly. Philips Gardcos structural,
die cast aluminum knuckle integrally supports the
luminaire and withstands abusive treatment.

Integrated J-Box
Wire splices are made in the
spacious splice compartment,
which is suitable for through-circuit
wiring. No auxiliary junction box is
required, allowing for at-grade
mounting.

Durable and practical construction features are a hallmark of all Philips Gardco
products, including the Designer Flood LED. Die cast aluminum construction
ensures precise mating of the luminaire components and provides for longlasting operation. Deep integral airways direct airflow around the luminaire
serving to dissipate heat, crucial to long LED life. The luminaire is thoroughly
sealed and gasketed at all points of entry and material transition to exclude
moisture, dust, contaminants and insects. Textured polyester powdercoat
finishes repel moisture, corrosives and ultraviolet rays. Every luminaire is
thoroughly tested to ensure proper electrical operation.

Easily Adjustable
A single hex head bolt is tightened to
secure the luminaire's tilt.
Incremental 5 tick marks are
provided in the casting to allow for
precise aiming and to facilitate the
alignment of multiple luminaires.

Versatile Options
A full range of options is
available, including Barn Doors, a
Polycarbonate Shield, a Wire Guard
and an Extended Splice Box that
allows for additional wire throughput.

LED performance offering savings

of up to 50% vs. HID
The primary assessment of a sophisticated floodlight is performance. The needs are simple: provide practical
distribution patterns that feature clean, unstriated illumination, allow for wide luminaire spacings and minimize
brightness at normal viewing angles. The Philips Gardco Designer Flood LED accomplishes this with a total of
six precision optical systems, each providing distinct visual cutoff to the LED source at normal viewing angles.
The DFC7 features a cutoff hood to further control unwanted brightness.

15 tilt

HFL Horizontal Flood

VFL Vertical Flood

MSP Medium Spot

The optical system of choice

for providing broad even
floodlighting illumination of
vertical surfaces from setbacks
of 8' to 15'. Typical applications
include single story building
facades or sign lighting with
setbacks of 4' to 10'.

This optical system achieves

a taller distribution from
setbacks of 8' to 15'. Multistory building floodlighting,
monuments, and highlighting
landscape elements are
common applications.

The medium spot provides a

symmetrical distribution and
is designed for illuminating
architecture from setbacks
of 10' to 25'. These
luminaires are frequently
employed for illuminating
churches, storefronts and
historical buildings.

0 tilt

70 tilt

0 tilt

45 tilt

45 tilt

0 tilt

0 tilt

NSP Narrow Spot

WSP Wide Spot

HSP Horizontal Spot

The narrow spot distribution

creates an intense and
symmetrical beam, providing
the opportunity to highlight
from considerable setback
distances of 20' to 60'. In
addition, this distribution
allows for wall grazing of tall
facades or accent lighting
of architectural elements.
Flagpoles, towers and
downlighting of atriums are
common applications.

The wide spot provides a

symmetrical distribution and
is designed for illuminating
architecture from typical
setbacks of 8' to 20'. The
wide spot optics are similar
to the medium spot for
illuminating churches,
storefronts and historical
buildings, yet provide a
broader distribution pattern.

This wide yet highly

concentrated beam is
extremely versatile. It is
appropriate for lighting
facades or architectural details
where setbacks of 8' to 25'
are necessary. Additionally,
the horizontal spot can
be used for sign lighting
where setbacks up to 15'
are required or when higher
illuminance values are desired.

45 tilt

0 tilt

20 tilt

0 tilt

Patterns are shown both at 0 and at their optimal tilt.

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Designer Flood LED Specifications

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Philips Gardco Designer
Flood LED is an architectural LED flood luminaire with a choice
of six (6) precision LED optical systems. Each is designed to
provide a specific distribution, minimizing stray light. Designer
Flood LED luminaires provide performance comparable to HID
units, while providing the energy saving benefits of advanced
class 1 LED technology. The luminaires feature integral LED
thermal fins to provide the thermal control vital to LED system
performance and life. The high strength die cast aluminum knuckle
features an integral splice compartment eliminating the need for
a supplementary junction box and thereby permitting closer to
grade mounting.
HOUSING: A single-piece aluminum housing is die cast in an
architectural form. A one-piece extruded gasket mates with the
door frame.
DOOR/LENS ASSEMBLY: A heat and impact resistant 1/8"
(.318cm) tempered glass lens and one-piece silicone gasket are
mechanically secured to the door frame. DFL7 luminaires feature
a flat door and lens assembly. DFC7 luminaires include an integral
cutoff hood door and lens assembly providing additional shielding
from source brightness.
IP RATING: The luminaire (excluding the knuckle and splice
compartment) is rated IP66.
KNUCKLE: The die cast aluminum knuckle features an integral
splice compartment. A single captive 3/16" (.48cm) stainless
steel allen-head bolt and stainless steel nut securely lock the
knuckle aiming teeth in 5 increments. An opposite cover plate
is removable for access to splices. The knuckle assembly is fully
gasketed.
Splice Compartment
Capacity

Standard Units

Luminaires with Extended

Splice Box (ESB) Option

#12 AWG Conductors1

#10 AWG Conductors1

1. Including ground.

OPTICALSYSTEMS: Precision high performance LED lensed

arrays are arranged to provide the specified lighting pattern,
including Horizontal Flood (HFL), Vertical Flood (VFL), Horizontal
Spot (HSP), Narrow Spot (NSP), Medium Spot (MSP) and Wide
Spot (WSP) distributions. LED arrays are field replaceable.

ELECTRICAL: Luminaires are equipped with an LED driver

that accepts 120V through 277V, or 347V through 480V, 50hz to
60hz, input. Driver output is based on the LED wattage selected.
Component-to-component wiring within the luminaire will carry
no more than 80% of the rated current and is listed by UL for use
at 600 VAC at 302F / 150C or higher. Plug disconnects are listed
by UL for use at 600 VAC, 15A or higher. Power factor is not
less than 90%. The luminaire consumes 0.0 watts in the off state.
Surge protection, when provided as an option, provides protection
to 10kv.
LED RELIABILITY:
PREDICTED LUMEN DEPRECIATION DATA
Ambient
Temperature C
25 C

40 C

LED Wattages /
Driver mA

L70 Hours

35LA / 350 mA

230,000

55LA / 530 mA

200,000

75LA / 700 mA

150,000

35LA / 350 mA

200,000

55LA / 530 mA

170,000

75LA / 700 mA

120,000

Predicted performance derived from LED manufacturers data and engineering design estimates,
based on IESNA LM-80 methodology. Actual experience may vary due to field application
conditions. L70 is the predicted time when LED performance depreciates to 70% of
initial lumen output.

LED THERMAL MANAGEMENT: The Philips Gardco

Designer Floodlight LED provides die cast aluminum integral
thermal radiation fins to provide the thermal management critical
to long LED system life.
FINISH: Each standard color luminaire receives a fade and
abrasion resistant, electrostatically applied, thermally cured,
triglycidal isocyanurate (TGIC) textured polyester powdercoat
finish. Standard colors include bronze (BRP), black (BLP), white
(WP), beige (BGP), verde green (VGP) and natural aluminum (NP).
Consult factory for specs on optional or custom colors.
LABELS: All luminaires bear UL or CUL (where applicable) Wet
Location labels.
WARRANTY: Philips Gardco luminaires feature a 5 year limited
warranty. Philips Gardco LED luminaires with LED arrays feature
a 5 year limited warranty covering the LED arrays. Polycarbonate
lenses carry a 1 year warranty only. See Warranty Information on
sitelighting.com for complete details and exclusions.

Prior to ordering, consult Submittal Data Sheet on sitelighting.com for the most current information, notes and exclusions.
Philips Gardco reserves the right to change materials or modify the design of its product without notification as part of the companys continuing product improvement program.

Dimensions

16.74"
45.52 cm
5.20"
13.21 cm

9.87"
25.07 cm

9.90"
25.15 cm
13.05"
33.15 cm

358
Rotation

180

7.00"
17.78 cm

DFL7
with Standard Flat Hood

DFC7
with Cutoff Hood

9.50"
24.13 cm

C Mounting
Stub-up Conduit Mount

7.00" dia.
17.78 cm dia.

5.00"
12.70 cm

0.63"
1.60 cm

3.00"
7.62 cm

ESB Option
Extended Splice Box

0.63"
1.60 cm

2.50"
6.35 cm

6.90"
17.53 cm

7.00" dia.
17.78 cm dia.
11.88"
30.18 cm
J Mounting
J-box Mount

W Mounting
Wall/Ceiling Canopy Mount

18.00"
75.72 cm

3.54"
8.99 cm

W90 Mounting
Wall Arm Mount

WMB Mounting
Bolt Pattern

WMB Mounting
Wall Mount Bullhorn

36.75"
93.35 cm

TAB - Twin Arm Bracket *

PTA - Pole Top Adaptor *
ST-18" Stanchion *

RSA Pole with 2 3/8" x 4" Tenon

(6.03 cm x 10.16 cm) (Specify Height)
24.00"
60.96 cm

ST Mounting w/TAB
Stanchion Mount with Twin Arm Bracket

PTA Mounting w/TAB

Pole Top Mount with Twin Arm Bracket

30.13"
75.53 cm

2" - 12"
5.08 - 30.48 cm
PT2 - Twin Pole Top Adaptor *

RSA Pole with 2 3/8" x 4" Tenon

(6.03 cm x 10.16 cm) (Specify Height)

6.00"
16.24 cm

PTA - Pole Top Adaptor *

RSA Pole with
2 3/8" x 4" Tenon
(6.03 cm x 10.16 cm)
(Specify Height)

ST-18" Stanchion *

4.00"
10.16 cm
PT2 Mounting
Pole Top Tenon Adaptor for
Twin Back-to-Back

ST Mounting
Stanchion Mount in Ground/Concrete

PTA Mounting
Pole Top Mount with Pole Top Adaptor

* Order mounting accessories separately.

Example

Designer Flood LED Ordering

PREFIX

MOUNTING

DISTRIBUTION

LED
WATTAGE

LED
SELECTION

VOLTAGE

PAINTED FINISH

OPTIONS

DFL7

HFL

75LA

NW

UNIV

NP

Standard Flat Door

DFL7
Standard Luminaire
DFL7-DIM
with 0-10V Dimming

C
J
W
WMB
W90
ST
SM

HFL
Horizontal Flood
VFL
Vertical Flood
HSP
Horizontal Spot
NSP
Narrow Spot
MSP
Medium Spot
WSP
Wide Spot

35LA
55LA
75LA

CW
Cool White
NW
Neutral White
WW
Warm White

UNIV
120V through 277V
HVU
347V through 480V

Integral Cutoff Hood

DFC7
Standard Luminaire
DFC7-DIM
with 0-10V Dimming

MOUNTING

OPTIONS

C
J
W
WMB
W90
ST
SM

PCB
BD
PSO
F
ESB
WG
SPR
SPRH

Stub-up Conduit Mount

J-Box Mount.
Wall/Ceiling Canopy Mount.
Wall Mount Bullhorn
Wall Arm Mount
Stanchion Mount
Surface Mount Stanchion

Refer to Submittal Data Sheet on sitelighting.com for more

detailed information on mounting options.

BRP
BLP
WP
NP
BGP
VP
OC
SC

Bronze
Black
White
Natural Aluminum
Beige
Verde Green
Optional Color
Special Color

PCB
BD
PSO
F
ESB
WG
SPR
SPRH

Button Type Photocontrol

Barn Doors
Offset Polycarbonate Flat Shield
Fusing
Extended Splice Box
Wire Guard
Surge Protection - 120V through 277V Input
Surge Protection - 347V through 480V Input

ADDITIONAL MOUNTING ACCESSORIES

PTA
TAB
PT2

Pole top 2 3/8" (6.03cm) Tenon Adaptor

Twin Arm Bracket for use with ST or PTA
Pole top 2 3/8" (6.03cm) Tenon Adaptor for
Twin Back to Back Luminaire Mounting

Prior to ordering, consult Submittal Data Sheet on sitelighting.com for the most current information, notes and exclusions.
Philips Gardco reserves the right to change materials or modify the design of its product without notification as part of the companys continuing product improvement program.

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Philips Gardco Warranty

Philips Gardco luminaires feature a 5 year limited warranty. Philips
Gardco LED luminaires with LED arrays feature a 5 year limited
warranty covering the LED arrays. Polycarbonate lenses carry a 1
year warranty only. See Warranty Information on sitelighting.com
for complete details and exclusions.

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