The complete corrosion-resistant product range for marine, offshore, food processing, and chemical industries. From compact work lights to 111,300 lumen floodlights, with up to a 20-year housing warranty.
Salt, chemicals, steam, and daily cleaning take a toll on standard lighting: coatings peel, housings corrode, and within a few years, you’ll be hanging a new set of lights from your ceiling. JEL Products manufactures luminaires that are structurally designed to withstand this environment, made entirely of solid 316L stainless steel instead of coated aluminum. The difference lies in both the material and the design: 316L housings, chemically toughened glass, IP69K seals, and low-copper alloys where aluminum is unavoidable. Proven daily with Boskalis, P&O Ferries, and Farm Frites.
Warranty on the 316L Housing
High-pressure, steam and foam cleaning
Heaviest luminaire in the line, Orca SS
The right choice does not start with lumens, but with the actual exposure at the mounting position. ISO 12944 divides these into corrosivity classes; we use that scale as a guide, not as a certificate. In the event of a combination of factors, the most severe factor determines the design.
Production halls, urban outdoor installations, and coastal areas. Because our standard product range is built to C5, you are by definition well within the margin here. A stainless steel version is not necessary here; that saves on the investment.
Ports, coastal areas and heavy industry with continuous salt or chemical exposure. Our standard luminaires are suitable for this out of the box: low-copper aluminum alloy with less than 0.08 percent copper, conversion layer and 2-layer e-coating. No special version needed where others already resort to custom solutions.
Offshore, splash zones, constant salt spray, or locations where equipment must last for decades without a single replacement. That’s where you choose solid 316L: no coating that can be damaged, no pitting corrosion from scratches, and up to a 20-year warranty on the housing.
Food processing industry and areas subject to daily high-pressure, steam, or foam cleaning. The 316L luminaires are IP69K-rated, smooth, and cleanable, with glass instead of plastic: suitable for HACCP environments. For corrosive substances, CHEM versions are available, engineered for specific exposures.
All of the luminaires listed below are made entirely of solid 316L stainless steel and are covered by a warranty of up to 20 years on the housing. This is the range from compact to powerful.
The compact stainless steel work light for washdown areas, machinery, and wet areas. 70 W, available in AC and 24V DC, IP69K and IK10.
The glare-free stainless steel floodlight for decks, side decks and waterfront areas. Full cut-off, 171 lm/W, in 24V DC and AC.
The versatile stainless steel floodlight - also the choice of Farm Frites for its drying tunnels. Four beam angles, also available in CHEM and HT versions.
The rugged stainless steel floodlight for cranes, decks, and heavy-duty outdoor installations. 320 W, IK10, also available with radiation shielding (RAD).
The most powerful stainless steel floodlight in the line, designed for masts and large work decks. 800 W, 139 lm/W, proven on the Bokalift 2.
Where salt or cleaning agents come into contact with process heat above +50 °C: Snapper, Barracuda, and Orca in 316L, continuously up to +120 °C, with the driver located outside the hot zone.
For aggressive cleaning agents, acids, and process vapors: CHEM models with seals and details engineered for each specific exposure. OEM and mass production available.
| Product | Type | Power | Luminous flux | IP / IK | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piranha SS | work light | 70 W | 8,400 lm | IP69K / IK10 | AC, 24V DC |
| DarkLicht S SS | full cut-off floodlight | 60 to 75 W | 10,300 to 12,800 lm | IP69 / IK08 | 24V DC, AC |
| Snapper SS | floodlight | 150 to 180 W | 22,000 to 26,000 lm | IP69K / IK08 | AC, 24V DC, CHEM, HT |
| Barracuda SS | floodlight | 320 W | 44,100 lm | IP69K / IK10 | AC, DC, RAD, HT |
| Orca SS | floodlight | 800 W | 111,300 lm | IP69K / IK10 | AC, DC, HT |
All SS models are constructed from solid 316L stainless steel, designed for operating temperatures ranging from -45 °C to +50 °C, and are covered by a warranty of up to 20 years on the housing. SS-HT models are rated up to +120 °C, and CHEM models are available upon request; see the product pages for complete specifications.
You can’t buy corrosion resistance with a coat of paint. A coated luminaire is only as strong as its weakest scratch: as soon as the coating is damaged, rust creeps underneath and causes it to flake away from the inside out. This is followed by leaks along the seals and failure of the electronics. 316L is the low-carbon variant of 316 steel with added molybdenum, and it is precisely this element that makes it resistant to chlorides - the most aggressive component of seawater and cleaning agents. 304 stainless steel still rusts in salty environments.
Where we use aluminum in the standard range, we deliberately use a low-copper alloy with a conversion layer and 2-layer e-coating, because copper accelerates galvanic corrosion. Gaskets, glass panes, and fasteners are specified to the same standard, because a luminaire is only as corrosion-resistant as its weakest component: a single galvanized bolt ruins a stainless steel installation.
No coating that can fail, but a housing that itself resists the environment. That is the reason we can offer up to 20 years of warranty on the housing.
This is the maximum amount of copper contained in the aluminum alloy of our standard product range. Copper accelerates galvanic corrosion; by keeping it out and applying a conversion layer with a 2-layer e-coating, the standard product range is already C5-classified, without requiring a special design.
| 1 | Stone chips or road debris breach the e-coating down to the bare aluminum |
| 2 | Pitting corrosion starts in the scratch and spreads underneath the paint layer. |
| 3 | The coating is peeling off from the inside, followed by leakage and failure |
| 1 | Same scratch, but there is no coating to break through |
| 2 | The passive layer of the steel repairs itself over the scratch surface |
| 3 | The same material throughout the full thickness: no layer underneath which corrosion can creep |
Layers2-layer e-coatingconversion layerlow-copper aluminumpitting corrosionsolid 316L, single material throughout the full thickness
A scratch in a coating is the starting point for pitting corrosion. Solid 316L does not have that starting point.
316L can also experience superficial discoloration under heavy chloride exposure, known as tea staining. This is purely cosmetic and does not affect the housing; the steel’s passive layer repairs itself. In C5-M and CX environments, we therefore recommend periodically rinsing with fresh water. 316L is low-maintenance, not maintenance-free. Structural rusting, as seen with coated aluminum or 304, is not an issue with 316L in practice; that is why we are confident in offering a 20-year warranty.
Coated, heavy-duty
Coated, favorable case
Solid 316L
In practice, we find that coated luminaires in coastal environments are ready for replacement after 3 to 10 years. A 316L luminaire therefore outlasts two to six generations of coated luminaires. The LED light modules themselves last between 103,500 and 360,000 hours (L90B05), depending on the model.
In corrosive environments, the purchase price is rarely the largest expense. Every replacement cycle incurs new costs for downtime or cordoning off the work zone, aerial lifts, work permits, and installation, plus the risk of poor visibility when luminaires fail before the planned cycle. Specifying correctly the first time beats any cheaper purchase on total cost. Would you like to calculate the sum for your situation? Use the Savings calculator or request the comparison per project from us.
Every replacement in a corrosive zone is a high-risk moment: working at height, above water, between installations, or in cleaning zones. Lighting that remains in place for decades means fewer cherry picker movements and work permits, no temporary emergency lighting after failure, and no corroding brackets above work zones.
You don't choose corrosion-resistant lighting based on the product photo. What's decisive is the actual exposure of the luminaire, which consists of more than just salt or moisture.
| 01 | The type of exposure: salt spray, chemical fumes, cleaning agents or a combination |
| 02 | Cleaning method and frequency: high pressure, steam, foam cleaning or CIP |
| 03 | Housing and mounting material: a single galvanized bolt ruins a stainless steel installation |
| 04 | Coated or solid: a scratch in a coating is the starting point for pitting corrosion |
| 05 | Seals and cable glands: often the first component to fail |
| 06 | Glass or plastic: plastic weathers and clouds over under chemicals and UV |
| 07 | Combination with heat: In environments above +50 °C, a SS-HT model is required |
| 08 | HACCP requirements: smooth, cleanable surfaces and shatterproof glass policy |
Most corrosion damage we see in practice can be traced back to one of these misjudgments:
Even if your environment does not yet have a solution, we will go to the absolute limit with our engineering and customized programs.
Every corrosive environment requires its own approach: salt spray at sea, daily wasdown operations in the food industry, and chemical vapors in wastewater treatment. Six environments where our 316L luminaires perform day in and day out.
Salt spray, seawater, and constant exposure to moisture. Solid 316L without a coating that could fail, vibration-resistant mounting on steel and stainless steel brackets and fasteners. Proven on the Boskalis, Bokalift, and 2.
Along the coast, salt takes its toll slowly but surely. For highmasts, cranes, and facilities designed to last for decades, stainless steel pays for itself many times over. Glare-free options with DarkLicht. Proven with P&O Ferries and Europoort.
Daily high-pressure, steam, and foam cleaning will damage standard luminaires. The 316L line is IP69K, smooth and easy to clean, with glass instead of plastic. The CHEM version is designed for use with aggressive chemicals.
Acids, alkalis, and process vapors place the highest demands on materials and seals. We engineer per exposure, from 316L standard to CHEM execution, with a confidential project approach.
Constant moisture, condensation, and H2S exposure above tanks and in basements. IP69K-sealed cable glands and windows; 24V DC options for safe installation in wet areas; glare-free lighting above tanks with DarkLicht S.
Where cleaning or salt comes into contact with process heat above +50 °C, the SS-HT series combines the best of both worlds: 316L and continuous operation up to +120 °C, with the driver located outside the hot zone. Proven with the Farm Frites and VPK Paper.
The Bokalift 2, one of the largest crane ships in the world, is equipped with JEL marine LED lighting. Salt spray, deck water, and constant vibrations require luminaires that continue to perform without maintenance.
| Scope | Marine lighting crane vessel |
| Location | International waters |
At the Europoort terminal, the JEL replaced the highmast lighting in a fully continuous coastal climate. Salt, wind, and rain determine the service life here; the retrofit reduces both maintenance and energy consumption at the site.
| Scope | High mast retrofit ferry terminal |
| Location | Europoort, Netherlands |
Above the dryer section of the paper machines, steam, condensate, and heat combine to form an aggressive environment. The luminaires withstand this combination in positions where standard lighting failed within a year.
| Scope | Paper machines, steam and condensate |
| Location | Belgium |
The above customers are a selection. Not all of our relationships are publicly listed.
The core per luminaire, with the AC and DC versions side by side instead of as two separate sheets. Full specifications, dimensions, and photometry can be found on the product pages and in the datasheets.
| Luminous flux | 8,400 lm |
| Power | 70 W, 120 lm/W |
| Tension | 90 to 305 VAC |
| Optics | 14°, 38°, 70° of 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK10 |
| Environment | -40 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 135 × 149 × 131 mm, 5 kg |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 8,400 lm |
| Power | 70 W, 120 lm/W |
| Tension | 24 VDC |
| Optics | 14°, 38°, 70° of 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK10 |
| Environment | -40 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Also available | PI-6-55DC-SS, 6,300 lm, 12 to 24 VDC |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 10,300 lm |
| Power | 60 W, 171 lm/W |
| Tension | 24 VDC, internal driver |
| Light image | asymmetrical, full cut-off, adjustable from 63° to 75° |
| Light color | 4000K, optional 1700 to 5700K |
| Protection | IP69, IK08 |
| Environment | -40 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 103,500 hours |
| Dimensions | 260 × 200 × 130 mm, 2.3 kg |
| Dimming | 0–10 V standard, DALI optional |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 12,800 lm |
| Power | 75 W, 171 lm/W |
| Tension | 24 VDC internal, or 90 to 305 VAC with remote driver |
| Light image | asymmetrical, full cut-off, adjustable from 63° to 75° |
| Light color | 4000K, optional 1700 to 5700K |
| Protection | IP69, IK08 |
| Environment | -40 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 103,500 hours |
| Dimensions | 260 × 200 × 130 mm, 2.3 kg |
| Dimming | 0–10 V standard, DALI optional |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 26,000 linear meters |
| Power | 180 W, 144 lm/W |
| Tension | 90 to 305 VAC |
| Current draw | approx. 0.8 A at 220 V |
| Beam | 14°, 38°, 69° of 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK08 |
| Front | impact-resistant glass |
| Environment | -45 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 320 × 180 × 100 mm, 7.0 kg |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 22,000 lm |
| Power | 150 W, 147 lm/W |
| Tension | 20 to 35 VDC |
| Current draw | approx. 6.3 A at 24 V |
| Beam | 14°, 38°, 69° of 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK08 |
| Front | impact-resistant glass |
| Environment | -45 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 320 × 180 × 100 mm, 7.0 kg |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 44,100 lm |
| Power | 320 W, 139 lm/W |
| Tension | 90 to 305 or 180 to 528 VAC |
| Current draw | approx. 1.5 A at 220 V |
| Beam | 14°, 38°, 69° of 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK10 |
| Front | UV-protected polycarbonate or impact-resistant glass |
| Environment | -45 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 320 × 290 × 90 mm, 16.0 kg |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 40,800 lm |
| Power | 320 W, 127 lm/W |
| Tension | 20 to 35 VDC |
| Current draw | approx. 13.4 A at 24 V |
| Beam | 14°, 38°, 69° of 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK10 |
| Front | UV-protected polycarbonate or impact-resistant glass |
| Environment | -45 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 320 × 290 × 90 mm, 16.0 kg |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Application | nuclear and heavy processing environments |
| Versions | BA-48-320AC-SS-RAD and heavy-duty RAD-PRO |
| Basis | The complete 316L enclosure, IP69K, and IK10 rating are retained |
| Qualification | documentation and specification per project with your engineering department |
| Luminous flux | 111,300 lm |
| Power | 800 W, 139 lm/W |
| Tension | 180 to 528 VAC, remote driver |
| Current draw | approx. 2.1 A at 380 V |
| Beam | 14° up to 700 m, 38°, 69° or 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK10 |
| Environment | -45 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 500 × 441 × 96 mm, 32 kg |
| Bracket | ±240° in steps of 30°, also crane bracket |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 100,200 lm |
| Power | 800 W, 125 lm/W |
| Tension | 20 to 35 or 35 to 60 VDC |
| Current draw | approx. 16.7 A at 48 V |
| Beam | 14° up to 700 m, 38°, 69° or 14×46° |
| Protection | IP69K, IK10 |
| Environment | -45 °C to +50 °C |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 500 × 441 × 96 mm, 32 kg |
| Bracket | ±240° in steps of 30°, also crane bracket |
| Housing material | 316L stainless steel, solid |
| Bracket | high tensile strength 316L |
| Warranty | 20 years on the housing, 5 years remaining |
| Luminous flux | 7,000 lm |
| Power | 35 W, 200 lm/W |
| Environment | -45 °C to +120 °C continuous |
| Service life | L90B05: 360,000 hours at +50 °C, 103,000 at +85 °C, 71,700 at +105 °C, 51,400 at +120 °C |
| Front | chemically hardened glass (IK09) or borosilicate |
| Beam | 120° extra wide, no lenses possible |
| Cable | SiHF-OB silicone cable, 25 m, to DRB driver box |
| Protection | IP69K, IK08 |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Luminous flux | 20,600 lm |
| Power | 120 W, 172 lm/W |
| Environment | -45 °C to +120 °C continuous |
| Service life | L90B05, 360,000 hours at +50 °C |
| Front | chemically hardened glass (IK09) or borosilicate |
| Optics | 120°, HT optics on request, IR-reflective printing standard |
| Cable | SiHF-OB silicone, 15 m |
| Protection | IP69K, IK08 |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Application | aggressive cleaning agents, acids and process vapours |
| Approach | seals and detailing tailored to your substances and concentrations |
| Front | borosilicate glass and chemical resistance as an option |
| Warranty | 3 years, because of the aggressiveness of the environment |
| Evidence | material substantiation under confidentiality where necessary |
For each product type, the datasheet and the photometric files are ready for direct download, including the 316L versions: all optics in EULUMDAT (.ldt), which DIALux and Relux read directly. 3D files and IES are available on request. View all datasheets and photometric files
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The solid 316L stainless steel housing is covered by a warranty of up to 20 years against rust-through and corrosion damage to the housing itself. The LED light module and electronics have their own warranty period, typically 5 years for heavy industrial use. We tailor the exact terms to each specific application.
316L contains molybdenum, and that element makes all the difference: it protects against chlorides, the most aggressive component of seawater and cleaning agents. 304 stainless steel still corrodes in salty environments. Coated aluminum is only as strong as its weakest scratch: as soon as the paint layer is damaged, pitting corrosion begins underneath.
Honest answer: Even 316L can experience superficial discoloration under heavy chloride exposure, known as tea staining. This is purely cosmetic and does not affect the housing; the passive layer repairs itself. In C5-M and CX environments, we recommend periodically rinsing with fresh water. Structural rusting, as seen with coated aluminum or 304, is not an issue with 316L in practice.
Yes, made of high-quality 316L. That’s essential: a stainless steel luminaire mounted on a galvanized bracket will still rust at the mounting point, and contact between dissimilar metals accelerates galvanic corrosion. Using a single material grade for the entire installation is the only sustainable approach.
Yes. C5-M and CX environments are exactly the type of conditions for which the SS line was designed. The Boskalis and Bokalift 2 are equipped with our luminaires and operate in international waters. We tailor the specifications for offshore applications on a project-by-project basis.
Ranging in luminous flux: Piranha SS (8,400 lm) for washing areas and machinery, DarkLicht S SS (10,300 lm) where glare-free light is required, Snapper SS (up to 26,000 lm) as a versatile floodlight, Barracuda SS (44,100 lm) for cranes and heavy equipment, and Orca SS (111,300 lm) for masts and large work platforms. Not sure which one to choose? We’ll calculate the configuration for each location, including a light distribution analysis.
Both are available. AC is the standard for permanent installations connected to mains power. 24V DC is available for ships, vehicles, and installations with low-voltage power supplies, such as the Piranha SS, Snapper SS, and DarkLicht S SS. For most models, 0-10V and DALI dimming options are available; please indicate that you want dimming when placing your order.
The SS line is IP69K-rated: resistant to high-pressure and steam cleaning at close range. Foam cleaning and standard cleaning agents used in the food industry are also no problem. For aggressive or unusual chemicals, we offer CHEM models; please let us know which agents you use.
Yes: a smooth, cleanable 316L housing without edges that trap dirt, chemically tempered glass instead of plastic, and a IP69K seal to prevent cleaning water from entering. Farm Frites uses these designs in its drying tunnels. We deliberately do not claim any formal food certification; however, we consistently design our products in accordance with the hygiene requirements of HACCP environments.
316L is resistant to the humid atmosphere containing chlorine and H2S found in sewage treatment plants and wet basements. Because concentrations vary greatly depending on the installation, we provide recommendations on a case-by-case basis; for heavy chemical exposure, we will jointly select a CHEM version with adapted seals.
This brings you to the SS-HT combinations: 316L and continuous operation up to +120 °C, with the driver located outside the hot zone in a DRB driver box. Think of drying tunnels in the food industry or steam-rich process zones. The complete temperature data, including the lifespan curve for each ambient temperature, can be found on our high-temperature page.
No. Corrosion and explosion hazards are separate issues. The SS luminaires are CE-marked and manufactured in accordance with IEC 60598, but are not ATEX-certified. If your corrosive zone also has a ATEX classification, please describe the situation to us: often, the lighting position can be chosen so that the luminaire remains outside the ATEX zone while the light still reaches the zone.
Install the luminaire just like a standard floodlight, but the details determine its service life: use stainless steel fasteners, prevent direct contact between stainless steel and galvanized steel or aluminum, and carefully seal the cable glands. The included brackets are 316L as standard. On moving and vibrating structures such as cranes and ships, the luminaires are designed for vibration-resistant mounting with safety locks.
Not much, but not zero. In cases of heavy chloride exposure, we recommend periodic rinsing with fresh water and an annual visual inspection of seals and cable glands. In areas requiring frequent cleaning, this maintenance is automatically performed as part of the regular wasdown cleaning routine. If a part does happen to get damaged, the luminaires are modular, and glass panels and mounting parts are available separately.
Yes, that’s the core of our approach. Tell us what kind of stress the system is under: salt, cleaning agents, chemicals, concentrations, and temperatures. Our engineers determine the correct model for each application - ranging from the standard 316L to the CHEM - and combine that with a load calculation for the system. For shipyards, machine builders, and OEMs, we provide custom configurations and mass production.
Yes, and in case of doubt about the actual load, we even recommend it. With a trial placement in the harshest position, you can see how the luminaire holds up in your environment before making the investment.
Describe the load, the cleaning method, and the mounting positions. An engineer will assess your situation and honestly tell you what is and isn't possible.
We will respond within 1 business day with concrete advice and, where relevant, a lighting calculation.
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