Thorn Lighting proudly unveils College 2, the next-generation luminaire

designed to transform educational environments.

Building on the legacy of its best-selling predecessor, College 2 is engineered to meet the evolving needs of modern learning spaces, offering exceptional performance, energy efficiency, visual comfort, and flexible installation options.

Key Features and Benefits of College 2

Combines low-glare (UGR <19) diffused light with excellent cylindrical illuminance and 14 % upward light, ensuring optimal lighting for tasks, spaces, and facial visibility
Meets IP44 ingress protection standard, suitable for science labs and workshops
Easy installation with seven mounting options including surface, wire suspension, continuous-run and BESA box compatibility
Designed for fast one-for-one replacement of legacy College fluorescent and early generation LED luminaires
DALI-2, Bluetooth, emergency and sensor options for enhanced functionality

Ideal Applications

College 2 is purpose-built for educational settings including classrooms, lecture halls, and libraries. Featuring a single LED light engine integrated with a Bi-Lens Primary optic and a Quad Linear prismatic diffuser, the luminaire delivers exceptional lighting quality and a refined illuminated effect. Its versatile design also makes it suitable for offices, meeting rooms, and healthcare environments that demand visual clarity and user comfort.

Innovation and Sustainability

Designed and manufactured at Thorn’s Spennymoor facility in north-east England, College 2 reflects Thorn’s commitment to quality and sustainability. The luminaire is engineered for a long service life of 100,000 hours (L80) and features a unique patent-pending hinged gear tray for simplified maintenance. Efficacy up to 145 lm/W ensures energy savings.

Lighting the Way Forward

David Williamson, Senior Product Manager for Indoor Luminaires at Thorn Lighting, commented,

“With College 2, Thorn Lighting reaffirms its leadership in delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable lighting solutions. This next-generation luminaire has been completely reimagined with advanced optics and a market-leading specification – designed and developed entirely in-house. It’s a clear reflection of our commitment to enhancing educational spaces and supporting the future of learning.”