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The Hess City Elements 230 is a highly versatile, modular architectural lighting system that combines superior performance with elegant design, allowing professionals to create customized, multifunctional light columns tailored to any urban or landscape project.
At the core of the City Elements 230 is its 9.1-inch (230 mm) diameter extruded aluminum structure, enabling heights from compact low-level bollards to impressive columns reaching up to 30 feet. The system's true strength lies in its modularity: columns are built from interchangeable components that stack and configure seamlessly to deliver multiple lighting functions—such as broad area illumination, pathway lighting, accenting, waymarking, facade highlighting, or integrated technical features—within a single, cohesive pole.

 

Key components include:

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Multiple Top Elements — A variety of crown luminaires cap the column and define its primary lighting character. Options include models like the AR600 (360° lens for uniform area distribution), AR900, AA600, AA900, DAL650, AS/BS300, and others. These feature advanced LED optics (e.g., LEVO C modules with high-power LEDs), offering Type II, III, IV, or V distributions, color temperatures of 3000K warm white or 4000K neutral white, CRI 80+, and lumen outputs typically in the 3,200–3,800 range (depending on configuration). Power-efficient at around 37W for many top modules, they ensure excellent visibility with low glare and solid BUG ratings.
 

Intermediate Elements — These stackable sections add height, incorporate additional lighting functions, or integrate specialty modules. Examples include projector elements for facade/ground display (with gobo projection or adjustable optics), accent modules, camera housings, or other functional add-ons. They allow precise customization, such as combining area lighting at the top with downward pathway illumination or accent beams below.
 

Base Elements — Available in flanged or flangeless designs for secure installation, with optional extensions in 100-mm increments for fine-tuned height adjustments.

This modular approach means each City Elements 230 column is factory-assembled to exact specifications, supporting endless arrangements: a single top element for simple area lighting, layered intermediates for multi-level illumination, or fully integrated solutions with optional features like security cameras, GFCI convenience outlets (with in-use covers), surge protection, dimming controls (0-10V), photocontrol receptacles, or house-side shields.

 

Built for durability and longevity:

Materials — High-quality 6061 aluminum housings and shafts, clear optical-grade acrylic lenses, stainless steel hardware, and finely textured matte finishes in standard colors (Silver Grey metallic, Graphite Grey, Dark Grey, Matte Black, Dark Bronze) or custom RAL shades.
Performance Features — Moisture filters, removable caps for easy access and upgrades, electrical disconnects for future LED board replacements, flush hand holes, and CSA certification for wet locations.
Warranty — 5-year limited warranty on the product and LEDs (driver warranty per manufacturer).

Ideal for public plazas, parks, pedestrian zones, campuses, promenades, and modern architectural settings, the City Elements 230 transforms functional lighting into an expressive design element—offering timeless aesthetics, energy efficiency, and unparalleled flexibility.

Explore configurations via the Hess Configurator or contact a representative to design your perfect City Elements 230 solution today.