Engineered for Safety in Hazardous Environments
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Champ VMVL LED luminaire with emergency back-up is a high-performance lighting solution designed to provide maintenance-free illumination in the most demanding hazardous-rated environments. This versatile fixture now features an integral battery back-up system that delivers 90 minutes of emergency lighting during power interruptions, ensuring both facility safety and personnel protection remain uncompromised.
The Champ VMVL LED is specifically engineered for egress and emergency lighting applications where uninterrupted illumination is critical during power failures. It is ideally suited for indoor and outdoor hazardous locations, including manufacturing plants, heavy industrial facilities, chemical and petrochemical plants, platforms, loading docks, and parking areas.
Key Features & Benefits
90-Minute Emergency Back-up: Integrated battery system provides reliable emergency illumination during power loss or interruption
Five Lumen Output Options: Models available from 3,000 to 11,000 lumens, suitable for mounting heights of 8-20 feet
Energy Efficiency: Up to 77% energy savings compared to traditional HID fixtures
Long Service Life: Rated for 60,000 hours at 55°C ambient, with an economic life ranging from 7 to 20 years
Shock and Vibration Resistant: Solid-state design with no filaments or fragile glass components significantly reduces premature failure risk.
Custom Optics: Type I, III, and V optical distributions to optimize light placement and potentially reduce fixture count
Instant Illumination: No warm-up required; performs reliably in cold-temperature operation.
Mercury-Free: Contains no hazardous substances, supporting environmental sustainability.
Standard Materials & Construction
The Champ VMVL is built for durability in harsh environments, featuring:
Die-cast aluminum housing and adapter with Corro-free epoxy powder coat
Heat- and impact-resistant glass lens
Silicone gaskets and stainless steel external hardware
Factory sealed - no external seals required
Certifications & Compliance
The VMVL-17L2A/UNV1 model meets rigorous safety standards for hazardous locations :
NEC/CEC Classifications:
Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D
Class I, Zone 2
Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G
Class III
Simultaneous Presence
Wet locations, Type 4X, IP66
UL Standards:
UL844 – Hazardous (Classified) Locations
UL1598 – Luminaires
UL1598A – Marine Locations
UL924 – Emergency Luminaire
CSA Standard: C22.2 No.137
Technical Specifications
| Specification | VMVL-17L2A/UNV1 |
| Luminous Flux | 18,793 lumens (cool white) |
| Input Voltage | 120-277 Vac |
| Input Power | 168W |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Operating Temperature | Suitable for 55°C ambient |
The product features 0-10V dimming capability, a Type V optical distribution, and comes with a tempered glass lens as standard. With a power factor of ≥0.90 and THD ≤20%, the VMVL-17L2A/UNV1 delivers efficient, reliable performance for critical hazardous area applications .
Applications
Egress and emergency lighting in areas requiring uninterrupted illumination
Oil and gas refineries, drilling rigs, and petrochemical facilities
Food and beverage processing facilities
Loading docks, platforms, and parking areas
Indoor and outdoor general area lighting in classified locations
Locations with corrosive, wet, dusty, or extreme temperature conditions
