OT02 Series — Port & Terminal Lighting
DIP switch selectable 48W–300W wattage and 3000K/4000K/5000K CCT. One SKU covers perimeter fencing to container yard mid-pole zones — up to 191 lm/W efficacy.
The OT02 Series (Gen 2) brings DIP switch wattage selection and CCT tunability to port and terminal lighting — one SKU adjustable from 48W perimeter security to 300W container yard mid-pole, with field-selectable 3000K/4000K/5000K. Peak efficacy reaches 191 lm/W, approximately 17% higher than OT Gen 1. For mid-pole port zones (25–50 ft poles) including perimeter fencing, service roads, gate/inspection areas, and supplemental container yard lighting, OT02 offers real procurement and energy advantages. However, for heavy-duty high-mast applications (60 ft+ poles) requiring 600W–800W per head, and for marine environments with direct salt spray exposure, the OT Gen 1 Series remains the better choice — its IP66/IK10 rating and higher wattage ceiling are purpose-built for those demanding conditions.
Honest Comparison
OT02 (Gen 2) vs OT Gen 1 — Port Applications
Neither series is universally "better" — each excels in different port zones. Choose based on your specific needs.
| Feature | OT02 Series (Gen 2) | OT Gen 1 | Port Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Efficacy | 191 lm/W ★ | ~163 lm/W | OT02 wins — 17% more lumens/watt |
| Wattage Range | 48W–300W (DIP switch) | 75W–800W ★ | Gen 1 for high-mast 600W–800W |
| DIP Switch Wattage | ✓ 9 levels across 4 tiers ★ | Limited (3 levels per model) | OT02 wins — one SKU, many zones |
| DIP Switch CCT | ✓ 3000K/4000K/5000K ★ | Fixed at order | OT02 wins — field-adjustable |
| IP Rating | IP65 | IP66 ★ | Gen 1 wins — salt spray/marine |
| Impact Rating | IK09 (10J) | IK10 (20J) ★ | Gen 1 wins — heavy equipment zones |
| Max Lumen Output | 51,636 lm @300W | ~122,000 lm @800W ★ | Gen 1 for high-mast lumen needs |
| Salt Spray Endurance | Standard protection | 5,000+ hr ASTM B117 ★ | Gen 1 for direct ocean exposure |
| Procurement Simplicity | 2–3 SKUs cover all zones ★ | 4–6 SKUs needed | OT02 wins — inventory reduction |
✅ Choose OT02 When
- Mid-pole zones: perimeter, roads, gates (25–50 ft poles)
- Inland terminals / intermodal yards (limited salt exposure)
- Need to reduce SKU count and simplify procurement
- Energy efficiency is the top priority (191 lm/W)
- CCT flexibility needed (environmental permits, camera optimization)
🔵 Choose OT Gen 1 When
- High-mast container yard poles (60–150 ft, 600W–800W/head)
- Direct ocean salt spray exposure (IP66 + 5,000 hr salt spray)
- Heavy equipment zones needing IK10 (20J) impact protection
- Berth/wharf areas with powerful water jet wash-down
- Maximum lumen output per fixture (>50,000 lm)
What We Hear
Common Port Lighting Challenges
"We have 6 different wattage fixtures across our terminal — perimeter, roads, gates, container areas. Every zone is a different SKU. Spare parts inventory is a nightmare and every replacement is a special order."
— Port Operations Manager, inland intermodal terminal
"We ordered 5000K fixtures for the entire terminal. Then the coastal wildlife permit came through requiring 3000K along the waterfront. Had to reorder 80 fixtures. $35,000 wasted and 8 weeks delay."
— Logistics Director, Pacific Coast container terminal
"OSHA inspector flagged 12 poles where illuminance dropped below spec. The original design was fine, but over 5 years nobody tracked lumen depreciation. Now we need a way to bump output without replacing every fixture."
— Terminal Safety Director, Gulf Coast port authority
"Our procurement team sends out bids for 4 different SKUs every year. If we could standardize on fewer product lines without compromising performance, we'd save 200+ hours of admin time annually."
— Procurement Specialist, East Coast port authority
Tested Performance
IES Verified Data — All 9 DIP Switch Wattages
Every DIP setting independently tested via EVERFINE GO-2000B goniophotometer. Port zone mapping shows where each wattage is typically deployed.
| Tier | DIP Wattage | Lumens | Efficacy | Uplight | Port Zone Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80W Tier | 48W | 9,222 lm | 191 lm/W ★ | U0 ✓ | Security perimeter fence |
| 65W | 12,413 lm | 189 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Perimeter road, walkways | |
| 80W | 14,956 lm | 185 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Service roads, parking | |
| 140W Tier | 100W | 18,313 lm | 182 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Internal roadways, truck lanes |
| 140W | 24,761 lm | 175 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Truck staging, empty container area | |
| 200W Tier | 165W | 30,639 lm | 185 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Gate / inspection approach |
| 200W ★ | 36,805 lm | 182 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Gate / inspection area, loading docks | |
| 300W Tier | 240W | 42,872 lm | 178 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Container yard supplemental poles |
| 300W | 51,636 lm | 172 lm/W | U0 ✓ | Container yard mid-pole (40–50 ft) |
IES file data from EVERFINE GO-2000B goniophotometer (2026-04-07). All values @5000K. U0 confirmed: 0.00 lm in 90–180° zone across all 9 IES files. Expandable to 800W with additional tiers (400/500/600/700/800W).
Design Standards
OSHA / IES RP-7 — Port Illuminance Requirements
| Zone / Task Area | Min Horizontal (fc) | Min Vertical (fc) | Uniformity | Standard | OT02 Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Container stacking area ★ | 20 fc | 10 fc | 4:1 | IESNA RP-7 | 300W @40ft poles |
| Container handling — crane | 30 fc | 15 fc | 3:1 | OSHA 1910.303 | Gen 1 recommended (high-mast) |
| Truck loading / unloading | 20 fc | — | 4:1 | IESNA RP-7 | 200–300W |
| Gate / inspection area | 30–50 fc | 15 fc | 3:1 | IESNA / CBP | 200W @30ft |
| Service roads | 1–2 fc | — | 6:1 | IESNA RP-8 | 65–80W @25ft |
| Security perimeter fence | 2 fc min | 1 fc | 4:1 | MTSA / DHS | 48W @25ft |
| Wharf / berth area | 10–20 fc | 5 fc | 4:1 | IMO / IESNA | Gen 1 recommended (IP66) |
Sources: IESNA RP-7-01 "Lighting Industrial Facilities", OSHA 1910.303, IMO port facility guidelines, MTSA security lighting requirements. OT02 zone mapping based on IES file photometric calculations.
Configuration Guide
DIP Switch Selection — Port Scenarios
OT02's DIP switches let you set both wattage and CCT on-site. Here's how to configure for each port zone — no reordering, no returns, no wasted inventory.
Security Perimeter Fence
MTSA requirement: 2 fc min, 4:1 uniformity
Wattage DIP: 48W → 9,222 lm
CCT DIP: 5000K (max visibility for cameras)
Mount: 25 ft pole, Type III optic, 100 ft spacing
Lowest DIP setting — 48W perimeter coverage costs just $2.10/night per pole at $0.12/kWh.
Service Roads & Truck Lanes
IESNA RP-8: 1–2 fc, 6:1 uniformity
Wattage DIP: 80W → 14,956 lm
CCT DIP: 4000K (balanced visibility)
Mount: 25–30 ft pole, Type III optic, 120 ft spacing
Same 80W tier SKU as perimeter — just flip DIP from 48W to 80W in the field.
Gate / Inspection Area ★
IESNA/CBP: 30–50 fc, CRI ≥70, OCR cameras
Wattage DIP: 200W → 36,805 lm
CCT DIP: 5000K (OCR camera optimization)
Mount: 30 ft pole, Type V optic, single arm
200W tier covers both 165W (approach) and 200W (inspection zone) — use 165W DIP on approach lanes, 200W at the checkpoint. Same fixture, different setting.
Container Yard — Mid-Pole (40–50 ft)
IESNA RP-7: 20 fc horizontal, 10 fc vertical
Wattage DIP: 300W → 51,636 lm
CCT DIP: 5000K (container ID visibility)
Mount: 40–50 ft pole, Type V optic, 2–4 heads/pole
For mid-height poles supplementing high-mast systems, or smaller container yards without high-mast infrastructure. For 60ft+ high-mast, use OT Gen 1 (800W).
💡 DIP Switch = Future-Proofing
Port operations evolve. A perimeter road may become a container staging area. A temporary inspection point may become permanent. With fixed-wattage fixtures, every zone change means new fixtures. With OT02 DIP switch, your electrician flips a switch — 48W becomes 80W, 165W becomes 200W — in 2 minutes with zero capital expenditure. The same applies to CCT: when an environmental review requires 3000K in a zone that was 5000K, it's a DIP flip, not a purchase order.
Optic Selection
Light Distribution Analysis — Port Applications
OT02 offers Type III, IV, and V optics. Selecting the right distribution per zone is critical for IESNA compliance and avoiding navigation light interference near berths.
Type V (Symmetric) — Container yard mid-poles, gate/inspection areas
Symmetric 360° distribution provides even coverage below each pole. At 40–50 ft mounting with 300W (51,636 lm), Type V covers approximately 0.3–0.5 acres at 20 fc. Ideal for container yard supplemental poles where uniform horizontal and vertical illuminance is needed for OCR cameras and container ID reading.
Use 200–300W DIP settings
Type IV (Asymmetric Wide) — Perimeter road edge, loading dock frontage, yard boundaries
Type IV throws light forward while minimizing backlight. The T401 optic pattern provides Acuity/Lithonia-level precision forward throw. Use along yard edges to illuminate inward without wasting light beyond the property line. Near waterfront areas, Type IV prevents light directed toward vessel channels — critical for IMO compliance.
Primary optic — IES file suffix T401
Type III (Asymmetric Forward) — Service roads, perimeter fence lines, truck staging lanes
Standard roadway distribution for linear coverage. Type III along perimeter fences provides the minimum 2 fc required by MTSA while keeping light contained within the facility boundary. Low backlight reduces light pollution beyond the security perimeter.
Use 48–80W DIP settings for roads/perimeter
⚠️ Full Cutoff — U0 Across All 9 Wattages
All OT02 IES files confirm 0.00 lm in the 90–180° zone — physically zero uplight from every DIP setting. This isn't just a dark-sky compliance metric: at ports, the USCG and IMO require that no lighting interfere with vessel navigation lights. Full cutoff is a maritime safety requirement, and OT02 achieves it at every wattage level.
ROI
Energy & Cost Savings — Mid-Pole Port Upgrade
Scenario: 120 mid-pole positions (perimeter + roads + gates) replacing 250W–400W HPS/MH with OT02 at various DIP settings. Operating 12 hr/day average.
| Metric | 250–400W HPS/MH | OT02 (DIP Adjusted) | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg system wattage per fixture | 340W (incl. ballast) | ~120W (DIP avg across zones) | 65% reduction |
| Total facility load (120 fixtures) | 40.8 kW | 14.4 kW | 26.4 kW demand reduction |
| Annual kWh (12 hr/day, 4,380 hr) | 178,704 kWh | 63,072 kWh | 115,632 kWh saved |
| Annual electricity cost ($0.14/kWh) | $25,019 | $8,830 | $16,189 / year |
| HPS lamp life (outdoor marine) | 15,000–20,000 hr | L70 >100,000 hr | Eliminates 4–5 relamping cycles in 10 yr |
| 10-year maintenance (parts + labor) | $72,000 (120 fixtures × 5 cycles) | $0 (warranty) | $72,000 avoided |
| SKU consolidation savings | 4–6 SKUs, separate POs | 2 SKUs (80W + 300W tiers) | ~$8,000/yr admin + inventory |
💰 Payback Period: Under 3 Years (Mid-Pole Zones)
$16.2K
Annual electricity savings
$72K
10-year maintenance savings
65%
Energy reduction vs HPS/MH
DIP switch bonus: Because OT02 can be field-adjusted to exactly the wattage each zone needs (not over-lit with the nearest available fixture), you avoid the 15–30% energy waste typical of "closest-match" fixed-wattage installations. DLC rebates of $50–200/fixture further compress payback to under 2 years for many utilities.
Recommendation
Recommended OT02 Configurations by Port Zone
| Port Zone | SKU Tier | DIP Wattage | DIP CCT | Optic | Pole Ht | Target fc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security perimeter | 80W | 48W | 5000K | Type III | 25 ft | 2 fc (MTSA) |
| Service roads | 80W | 65–80W | 4000K | Type III | 25–30 ft | 1–2 fc |
| Truck staging | 140W | 100–140W | 4000K | Type IV | 30 ft | 10–15 fc |
| Gate / inspection ★ | 200W | 165–200W | 5000K | Type V | 30 ft | 30–50 fc |
| Container yard (mid-pole) | 300W | 240–300W | 5000K | Type V | 40–50 ft | 20 fc h / 10 fc v |
| Waterfront walkway | 80W | 48–65W | 3000K | Type IV | 20 ft | 2–5 fc |
All configurations use OT02 Series with field-adjustable DIP switches. Only 3 SKU tiers (80W, 200W, 300W) cover 6 distinct port zones. Add 140W tier for truck staging if needed.
Compliance
Certifications & Regulatory Compliance
DLC Qualified
Utility rebate eligible — $50–200/fixture from most US utilities. Required for federal and state project specifications.
✓ All OT02 models DLC qualified
UL 1598 Listed
UL Listed for wet locations. Required for all outdoor luminaires in port environments.
✓ UL Listed, wet location rated
IP65 / IK09
IP65: dust-tight + water jet protection. IK09: 10-joule impact resistance. Suitable for inland terminals and sheltered port areas.
✓ IP65 + IK09 certified
Title 24 (California)
California Energy Code compliance for port facilities within state jurisdiction. Required for CA port authority projects.
✓ Title 24 compliant
FCC Part 15
Electromagnetic interference compliance. Required for installations near port communication and navigation equipment.
✓ FCC Part 15 certified
MTSA Security Lighting
Maritime Transportation Security Act requires 2 fc minimum perimeter lighting at TWIC-required facilities.
✓ OT02 48W @25ft meets MTSA perimeter
OSHA 1910.303
General industry illumination standards for container handling zones. 30 fc minimum for crane operating areas.
✓ OT02 300W achieves 20+ fc at mid-pole heights
20kV/10kA Surge Protection
Built-in surge protection handles lightning-induced surges common in port environments, especially Gulf/Atlantic coast terminals.
✓ 20kV/10kA integrated SPD
Buy America Act
Federal port infrastructure projects may require BAA-compliant products under USDOT and DOE grant conditions.
✓ BAA-compliant options — contact Auvolar
⚠️ Honest Note on IP65 vs IP66
OT02's IP65 rating provides dust-tight sealing and protection against water jets from any direction. For most inland port terminals, intermodal yards, and sheltered berth areas, IP65 is fully adequate. However, for facilities with direct, heavy salt spray exposure (open ocean wharfs, unprotected breakwater), IP66 provides additional protection against powerful water jets. In those environments, we recommend the OT Gen 1 Series (IP66/IK10).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the OT02 Series replace high-mast port fixtures at 60ft+ pole heights?
A: The OT02 Series maxes out at 300W (51,636 lm), which is excellent for mid-pole applications up to 40–50 ft. For 60ft+ high-mast container yard poles requiring 600W–800W per head, the OT Gen 1 Series (up to 800W, IP66/IK10) remains the recommended choice. OT02 is ideal for perimeter, road, gate, and lower-mounted container yard supplemental lighting where its DIP switch flexibility and higher efficacy (191 lm/W vs ~163 lm/W) provide real advantages.
Q: How does the DIP switch wattage selection help port procurement?
A: Port facilities have diverse lighting zones — security perimeter (48W), service roads (65–100W), gate areas (200W), and container yard supplemental poles (300W). Traditionally this requires 4–6 different SKUs with separate purchase orders, warehousing, and spare inventory. OT02's DIP switch lets you stock just 2–3 SKUs (80W tier and 300W tier) and field-adjust to exactly the wattage each zone needs. This reduces procurement complexity, eliminates dead stock, and simplifies spare parts inventory.
Q: Is IP65 sufficient for port and marine terminal environments?
A: IP65 (dust-tight, protected against water jets) is adequate for most inland port terminals, intermodal yards, and sheltered berth areas. However, for facilities directly exposed to heavy salt spray — open ocean wharfs, unprotected breakwater zones, and tropical storm–prone Gulf/Atlantic coast piers — the OT Gen 1 Series with IP66 (protected against powerful water jets) and IK10 (20J impact) provides superior marine-grade protection. We recommend honestly assessing your salt exposure level before choosing.
Q: What is the advantage of DIP switch CCT selection (3000K/4000K/5000K) at ports?
A: Different port zones benefit from different color temperatures. 5000K provides maximum visibility and OCR camera performance in container yards and inspection gates. 4000K offers a good balance for general roadways and working areas. 3000K reduces blue light content near wildlife-sensitive waterfront areas and residential buffer zones — increasingly required by coastal environmental permits. With DIP CCT, one fixture adapts to any zone without reordering.
Q: How does OT02 efficacy (191 lm/W) translate to real energy savings vs OT Gen 1?
A: At the 48W DIP setting, OT02 delivers 9,222 lumens at 191 lm/W — approximately 17% more lumens per watt than OT Gen 1 at comparable outputs. For a port with 200 perimeter/road fixtures running 12 hr/day, this means approximately 15,000 kWh/year in additional savings beyond what Gen 1 already saves over HPS/MH. The efficiency advantage is most pronounced at lower wattage DIP settings, making OT02 especially cost-effective for the many lower-output zones in a port facility.
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