Kosnic Neka Duo EMPAD01/SST 2.5W Dual-Mode Emergency Downlight Kit 6000K

Universal Manual & Self-Test Emergency Kit for LED Downlights

The Kosnic Neka Duo EMPAD01/SST is a versatile 2-in-1 non-maintained emergency lighting kit designed to add emergency functionality to compatible LED downlights. A selectable internal DIP switch allows the installer to choose between manual-test and automatic self-test operation, providing greater flexibility from a single emergency kit.

Delivering 100 lumens at 6000K during emergency operation, the Neka Duo provides up to 3 hours of emergency illumination following a mains failure. Its compact self-adhesive LED pad and waterproof indicator pad are designed for quick installation, without requiring a separate visible emergency spotlight to be drilled into the ceiling.

Key Features

• Kosnic Neka Duo emergency lighting kit
• Product code EMPAD01/SST
• Dual manual-test and automatic self-test operation
• Selectable test mode via internal DIP switch
• Non-maintained emergency operation
• 3-hour emergency duration
• 2.5W maximum input power
• 1W emergency output power
• 100 lumen emergency output
• 6000K daylight white
• Automatic self-test conforming to BS EN 62034
• Self-adhesive LED pad
• Waterproof LED indicator pad
• Adjustable green LED indicator brightness
• Less than 1 second emergency conversion time
• 24-hour charging time
• Push-wire terminal block included
• IP65 when installed with a suitable recessed downlight
• Designed for fast installation
• 220–240V AC input
• LiFePO4 battery system
• 7-year product warranty
• 2-year on-site warranty

Manual or Automatic Self-Test from One Emergency Kit

A major advantage of the EMPAD01/SST is its dual-mode design. An internal DIP switch allows the unit to be configured for either conventional manual testing or automatic self-testing.

This provides installers with a flexible emergency-lighting solution without needing to stock separate manual-test and self-test versions for compatible installations.

Automatic Self-Test Function

When configured for automatic self-test operation, the Neka Duo carries out emergency-lighting testing automatically, with Kosnic stating compliance with BS EN 62034 for the self-test function.

The LED indicator communicates system status, testing and fault conditions, helping maintenance personnel identify issues such as battery, duration or lamp faults.

3-Hour Non-Maintained Emergency Operation

The EMPAD01/SST operates as a non-maintained emergency lighting system. Under normal mains conditions, its emergency LED remains off. Following loss of the normal supply, the unit switches to emergency operation in less than one second.

Kosnic specifies an emergency operating duration of 3 hours, making the kit suitable for appropriately designed emergency escape-lighting installations.

100 Lumen Emergency Output

The integrated emergency LED delivers 100 lumens at 6000K, providing a clear daylight-white emergency output.

Its emergency output power is specified at 1W, while the complete unit has a maximum input power of 2.5W.

Self-Adhesive LED Pad

Rather than requiring a conventional emergency spot to be separately mounted through the ceiling, the Neka Duo uses a self-adhesive LED pad designed to work with a compatible recessed downlight.

This helps simplify installation and provides a discreet method of adding emergency illumination to suitable downlight installations.

Waterproof LED Indicator Pad

A waterproof LED indicator pad provides visual system-status information. Kosnic also allows the green indicator brightness to be adjusted by pressing and holding the test button for more than two seconds.

This can be particularly useful where a very bright status indicator could be visually intrusive.

IP65 with a Suitable Recessed Downlight

Kosnic specifies the Neka Duo as IP65 when installed with a recess-mounted downlight.

The IP65 claim therefore relates to the completed compatible recessed installation and should not be interpreted as a blanket IP65 rating for every individual component or every possible installation arrangement.

LiFePO4 Battery Technology

Kosnic's current catalogue also states a 7-year battery warranty, alongside its 7-year product warranty.

Compact Design for Ceiling Voids

The main emergency module measures approximately 175mm long x 40mm wide x 30mm deep, allowing it to be accommodated within suitable ceiling voids.

The compact format and self-adhesive emergency LED pad make the EMPAD01/SST particularly useful when converting compatible recessed LED downlights to emergency operation.

Fire-Rating Compatibility

Kosnic states that the Neka Duo has been fire-rating tested with its Mauna product range, including 30-, 60- and 90-minute ceiling constructions depending on the relevant joist arrangement.

Kosnic also lists EMPAD01/SST as optional emergency gear for current Mauna III and Mauna III Plus downlights.

Any required fire rating should therefore be verified against the exact downlight and ceiling construction rather than treating the emergency kit itself as universally fire rated.

• Brand: Kosnic
• Range: Neka Duo / Neka 2 in 1
• Product Code: EMPAD01/SST
• Product Type: Dual-Mode Universal Emergency Downlight Kit
• Emergency Mode: Non-Maintained
• Test Modes: Manual & Automatic Self-Test
• Mode Selection: Internal DIP Switch
• Self-Test Standard: BS EN 62034
• Input Voltage: 220–240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Maximum Input Power: 2.5W
• Emergency Output Power: 1W
• Emergency Light Output: 100lm
• Colour Temperature: 6000K
• Emergency Duration: 3 Hours
• Emergency Conversion Time: <1 Second
• Charging Time: 24 Hours
• Maximum Input Current: 20mA
• LED Lifetime: L80 B10 90,700 Hours
• Installation: Internal
• Minimum Downlight Cut-Out: ≥50mm
• IP Rating: IP65 When Installed with a Suitable Recess-Mounted Downlight
• Ambient Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
• Maximum Case Temperature: 75°C
• Housing Material: Polycarbonate
• Main Module Dimensions: Approx. 175mm x 40mm x 30mm
• Battery Type: LiFePO4
• Battery Capacity: 1800mAh
• Battery Voltage: 3.2V
• Replacement Battery: BATS18LFP1
• Product Warranty: 7 Years
• On-Site Warranty: 2 Years

The current Kosnic Evolve 9 catalogue gives the Neka Duo's LED lifetime as L80 B10 90,700 hours; some retailer pages still show an older 30,000-hour figure, so the current manufacturer figure is preferred here.

Suitable Applications

• Emergency Downlight Conversion
• Recessed LED Downlights
• Offices
• Schools & Colleges
• Hotels
• Corridors
• Communal Areas
• Commercial Buildings
• Retail Premises
• Public Buildings
• Apartment Developments
• Emergency Escape Routes
• Refurbishment Projects
• New-Build Commercial Installations

Why Choose the Kosnic EMPAD01/SST?

The Kosnic Neka Duo EMPAD01/SST provides a flexible way to add 3-hour non-maintained emergency lighting to compatible recessed downlights while giving installers the choice between manual and automatic self-test operation from the same product.

Its 100lm 6000K emergency output, self-adhesive LED pad, waterproof indicator, push-wire terminal connection and compact module help simplify installation. Automatic self-testing to BS EN 62034 can also reduce the burden of routine manual emergency-lighting checks.

With Kosnic specifying a 7-year product warranty, 2-year on-site warranty and 7-year battery warranty, the EMPAD01/SST is a strong option for professional emergency-lighting installations using compatible downlights.