Recessed Emergency Lights
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Ceiling Mount Emergency Lights
Shop ceiling mount emergency lights that deliver 600–1600 lumens of LED egress illumination with a minimum 90-minute runtime. These UL 924 fixtures preserve wall real estate while meeting life-safety needs in corridors, stairwells, auditoriums, and gymnasiums. Explore all emergency lights, choose recessed emergency lights for a clean ceiling plane, go weather-tough with wet-location emergency lights, or extend coverage using remote-capable emergency lights.
UL 924
LED 600–1600 lm
90-Min Backup
Recessed/Surface
120/277 VAC
Self-Testing
Buyers Guide Tips
What to Look for in Ceiling Mount Emergency Lights
- UL 924 & runtime: Verified 90-minute operation with compliant egress photometrics.
- Lumen output & height: Match 600–1600 lm to ceiling height and spacing requirements.
- Optics & aiming: Adjustable heads or beam patterns to push light along corridors and open areas.
- Mounting type: Surface, recessed, or T-bar grid kits to fit the ceiling system.
- Power & charging: Dual-voltage 120/277 VAC with solid-state charger/automatic transfer.
- Battery chemistry: Ni-Cd or lithium for temperature range, recharge time, and lifecycle.
- Environment & options: Damp/wet ratings, self-testing diagnostics, and remote capacity as needed.
What is a ceiling mount emergency light?
A life-safety fixture installed on or into the ceiling to provide overhead egress illumination during power loss—useful where wall units are impractical. Designers typically model to meet NFPA 101/IBC target levels (e.g., average ≥1 fc and minimum ≥0.1 fc along the path of egress) for the required duration.
A life-safety fixture installed on or into the ceiling to provide overhead egress illumination during power loss—useful where wall units are impractical. Designers typically model to meet NFPA 101/IBC target levels (e.g., average ≥1 fc and minimum ≥0.1 fc along the path of egress) for the required duration.
Designed for high ceilings and open areas, ceiling-mounted units pair glare-controlled optics with durable housings to throw light where you need it most. Internal, maintenance-free batteries (Ni-Cd or lithium) and solid-state charging/transfer circuits turn on automatically during an outage to keep egress paths visible for at least 90 minutes. Adjustable LED heads help you aim coverage across courts, aisles, and wide corridors.
Choose surface, recessed, or T-bar grid kits to match your ceiling type. Many models offer dual-voltage (120/277 VAC), self-testing diagnostics to automate monthly/annual checks, and remote-capable outputs for powering additional remote heads—streamlining layouts in large spaces.
Looking for other mounting styles? Compare end-mount emergency lights and wall-mount LED emergency lights.
Ceiling Mount Emergency Lights Spec Guide
Spec Snapshot
- Compliance: UL 924 with a minimum 90-minute runtime; supports NFPA 101 egress. Verify target illuminance (e.g., avg ≥1 fc, min ≥0.1 fc) at your mounting height.
- Output & Optics: 600–1600 lm LED packages with glare-controlled distributions; adjustable heads or pan/tilt modules to extend corridor and open-area spacing.
- Mounting & Ceiling Types: Surface, recessed drywall, and T-bar grid kits available; check junction box pattern, hanger bars, and ceiling thickness allowances. Pendant options on select models.
- Power & Controls: Dual-voltage 120/277 VAC input on most units; features typically include test button, status LED, brownout detection, AC lockout, and low-voltage disconnect.
- Battery & Electronics: Maintenance-free Ni-Cd or LiFePO4 with solid-state charging/transfer; consider cold-weather packages where ambient temps are low.
- Options & Environment: Damp/wet-location listings for humidity or wash-down; self-testing diagnostics available. Remote-capable variants can power additional remote heads—confirm remote wattage/runtime.
FAQs About Ceiling Mount Emergency Lights
Why choose a ceiling-mounted design?
Ceiling-mounted units free up wall space and provide broad, uniform coverage in high or open areas where wall units may not reach effectively.
Do these meet UL 924 and NFPA 101 requirements?
Yes. Compliant fixtures are UL 924 listed and provide a minimum of 90 minutes of emergency illumination to support NFPA 101 egress.
How bright should ceiling units be?
Designers typically target an average of ≥1 ft-candle and a minimum of ≥0.1 ft-candle along the path of egress. Output in the 600–1600 lm range helps meet these targets at common mounting heights.
What mounting options are available?
Most families offer surface, recessed drywall, and T-bar grid kits; some include pendant options. Verify junction box pattern and ceiling thickness allowances in the submittal.
What batteries do they use?
Common chemistries are Ni-Cd and LiFePO4 (lithium), paired with solid-state charging and automatic transfer electronics.
Are self-testing models available?
Yes. Self-diagnostic versions automate the required monthly 30-second and annual 90-minute tests and report faults via status indicators.
Can they be used in damp or wet areas?
Use damp-location models for humidity/condensation. Specify wet-location listings for direct spray, wash-down, or exterior exposure.
Do any models support remote heads?
Yes. Remote-capable units can power additional remote heads; confirm available remote wattage and resulting runtime in the specifications.
What input power do they need?
Most units are dual-voltage 120/277 VAC; select models offer other voltages. Features often include test button, status LED, brownout detection, AC lockout, and low-voltage disconnect.