Reduced Profile Thermoplastic LED Emergency Unit

EM Series – Compact LED Emergency Unit with Long Spacing

Download EM LED Emergency Unit Spec Sheet (PDF)

The EM Reduced-Profile LED Emergency Unit delivers 30 ft center-to-center spacing with dual 1.5 W LED heads, all in a slim, thermoplastic enclosure. With tool-free surface mounting and 90-minute Ni-Cd backup, the EM Series is perfect for commercial egress lighting in interiors and damp-rated areas.

Illumination

• Two 1.5 W white LED heads with chrome-plated reflectors and lenses
• Delivers 30 ft spacing on a 3 ft egress path at 10 ft mounting height

Electrical

• 120/277 VAC input (optional SPV for 120/230 VAC systems)
• 3.6 V Ni-Cd battery with 90-minute emergency runtime
• Push-to-test button with bi-color LED (green = normal, red = battery fault)
• Solid-state transfer switch; two-rate charger (24-hour full recharge)
• Input: 0.6 W @ 120 V | 0.7 W @ 277 V
• RC model provides 2.5 W remote-head capacity (6 V output)

Mounting

• Universal knockout backplate for wall or ceiling surface mount
• Includes side and top conduit entry knockouts

Housing

• Injection-molded 5 VA flame-retardant thermoplastic — white or black

Options

• RC — 2.5 W remote capacity output
• SDT — Self-diagnostic testing (monthly, biannual, annual)
• USA — Assembled in the USA for BAA compliance
• NH — No lampheads (remote-capable only)

Warranty / Listings

• 5-year warranty on housing and electronics; battery prorated 5 years
• UL 924 listed for damp locations (0 °C – 50 °C)
• NFPA 101, NEC, OSHA, and CEC Title 20 compliant

Dimensions

• 8 15/16 in W × 4 9/16 in H × 2 7/8 in D

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the emergency runtime for the EM Series?

The EM includes a 3.6 V Ni-Cd battery that delivers a minimum of 90 minutes of emergency illumination in compliance with UL 924.

How far apart can the fixtures be spaced?

Each EM unit provides up to 30 ft center-to-center spacing on a 3 ft wide egress path at 10 ft mounting height under standard conditions.

Can the unit be installed on ceilings or walls?

Yes. The EM Series includes a universal knockout backplate for surface mounting to walls or ceilings, along with conduit knockouts.

Is the EM model suitable for damp locations?

Yes. It is UL 924 listed for damp locations and designed to operate in environments between 0 °C and 50 °C.

Does this model support remote emergency heads?

Yes. The RC option supplies 2.5 W of remote capacity (6 V output) to power additional emergency lights. Not available on NH models.

Product Features

• Assembled in the USA
• Brand: Best Lighting
• Damp Location
• Housing Color: Black
• Housing Color: White
• LED
• Product: EM
• Reduced Profile
• Remote Capable
• Self Testing
• Thermoplastic
• Emergency Lights