Slate™ from Axis Lighting: Sleek, Slim and Elegant from Every Perspective

April 21, 2023

Clean lines and discreet lighting to give the ceiling center stage

Introducing SlateTM, a contemporary styled flat luminaire ideally suited for modern-day environments, including open-plan offices and other architectural spaces.

  • A family of luminaires created with compatibility with different types of wood ceilings
  • Slim profile
  • Sleek construction
  • Seamless integration
  • Quality visual comfort
  • Cost-effective architectural solutions
Seamless Integration

SlateTM for Wood Ceilings

Featuring seamless integration and simple mounting.

Welcome to an assortment of minimalist, stylish luminaires for suspended wood panel ceiling grids. 

Offering cost effective architectural lighting, hassle-free installation and easy adjustments with the exclusive Axis Universal Wood-ceiling Bracket.

Slate 2, 3 & 5:
  • Streamlined flat-style housing – Only 1” height
  • Patent pending optical system with single side edge-lit light guide
  • Compatible with different types of wood ceilings
  • Choice of aperture widths (2”, 3 ¼”, 5 ¼”) ideal for replacing most wood slat sizes

Universal Wood-ceiling Bracket (UWB)

  • Allows for easy installation
  • capable of end-to-end mounting
  • Controls regressed position using aligner
  • UWB supplied by Axis
Inspired simplicity. Appealing versatility.

At only 1 5/8″ deep, Slate Pendant is one of the slimmest flat luminaires around. Thanks to a minimalist design approach complemented by our signature integral mini driver, Slate Pendant features a streamlined profile that blends well in any space. 

Featuring:
  • Ultra-slim design: only 1 5/8” height
  • Slightly regressed full-width acrylic spotless lens
  • Choice of end caps: Flat and Radius
  • Integral mini driver
  • Available lengths: 2’ to 8’ (0.5’ increments) / Continuous runs

Sophisticated Lines of Light

Continuous runs make for graceful, seamless lighting statements. Featuring a one piece light guide and lens delivering uniform brightness and an uninterrupted appearance.

coming soon

Slate 1

A minimalist luminaire to fit all wood ceiling types with a spacing between slats of at least 1.5”.

Available in lengths from 2’ to 8’ with many optics to choose from:

  • Spotless Flush Lens
  • Spotless Regressed lens
  • Micro Louver
  • Mikrolite 1.0
  • Accent spotlights

More information available Here

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