{"product_id":"skylume-py-recessed-embedded-artificial-skylight","title":"SkyLume PY — Recessed Embedded Panel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlush with the ceiling. Open to the sky.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"opacity:0.7;font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.6\"\u003eThe SkyLume PY is a recessed artificial skylight designed to integrate seamlessly into drop ceilings and drywall cavities. Once installed, the panel face sits perfectly flush with the surrounding ceiling plane — the only visible element is the sky itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Concept\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:1.7\"\u003eThe most convincing artificial skylights are the ones you stop noticing as fixtures. The SkyLume PY achieves this by disappearing into the ceiling architecture entirely. Its recessed design slots into standard suspended ceiling grids (T-bar systems with 600mm or 1200mm modules) or custom drywall cutouts, leaving only the luminous sky surface visible from below. The effect is remarkably close to a real architectural skylight — a rectangle of open sky overhead, framed by the ceiling itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:1.7\"\u003eThree sizes cover the most common ceiling grid formats. The 300x600mm panel replaces a single half-tile in narrow corridors and small rooms. The 600x600mm panel drops into any standard 2x2 grid position — the worldwide default for commercial suspended ceilings. The 600x1200mm panel fills a full 2x4 grid bay, creating an expansive sky aperture suitable for open-plan offices, healthcare facilities, and retail spaces. All three sizes share the same optical platform: Rayleigh scattering diffusion films over tunable-white LED arrays, producing the characteristic blue sky gradient with atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:1.7\"\u003eInstallation follows the same workflow as any recessed ceiling panel: remove the existing tile, place the PY into the grid opening, connect power, and commission. The panels require approximately 180mm of ceiling void above the grid rail to accommodate the optical chamber and driver housing. For drywall ceilings, a framing kit (included) creates the support structure within the cutout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:2\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Recessed Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — Panel face sits flush with ceiling grid or drywall surface. No visible frame, no protruding profile. The sky appears to be part of the architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRayleigh Scattering Optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — Multi-layer nano-particle diffuser produces realistic sky depth and blue gradient. Consistent optical performance across all three panel sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Standard Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — 300x600mm, 600x600mm, and 600x1200mm match worldwide suspended ceiling grid formats. Direct tile replacement with no grid modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh CRI \u0026gt;93 Ra\u003c\/strong\u003e — True-to-life color rendering for workspaces, healthcare environments, and retail displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTunable White 2100-7500K\u003c\/strong\u003e — Continuously adjustable color temperature with programmable circadian scheduling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlicker-Free Dimming\u003c\/strong\u003e — Smooth 100% to 1% dimming via BLE, DALI-2, or 0-10V without flicker or color shift at any level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop Ceiling Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed for standard T-bar grid systems. Also installs into custom drywall cutouts using the included framing kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120-Degree Beam Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wide distribution ensures even illumination across the space below without hot spots or harsh shadows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Spaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:1.7\"\u003eThe PY is the natural choice for any commercial space with suspended ceilings: open-plan offices pursuing biophilic and wellness certifications, healthcare facilities where patient wellbeing is linked to daylight exposure, educational institutions seeking to improve focus and alertness, and retail environments using sky panels as visual anchors above key merchandise zones. In residential settings, the PY suits basements and bonus rooms with drywall ceilings that have adequate void depth. Corridors, elevator lobbies, and transitional spaces benefit dramatically from even a single recessed sky panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:16px 0\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e300x600mm \/ 600x600mm \/ 600x1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003ePanel Dimensions (300x600)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e295 x 595 mm (face)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003ePanel Dimensions (600x600)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e595 x 595 mm (face)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003ePanel Dimensions (600x1200)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e595 x 1195 mm (face)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eRequired Ceiling Void\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e~180 mm minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e40W \/ 60W \/ 100W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eLuminous Flux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e1,720 \/ 2,580 \/ 5,000 lm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eCRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e\u0026gt;93 Ra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eCCT Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e2100 - 7500K (Tunable White)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eBeam Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e120 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e100 - 240V AC, 50\/60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003ePower Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e\u0026gt;0.98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003eIP20 (Indoor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eControl Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003eBLE Mesh 5.0 \/ DALI-2 \/ 0-10V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003eAluminum alloy housing + PMMA diffuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e30,000 hours (L70)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003e2.8 kg \/ 4.1 kg \/ 9.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);font-weight:600;width:40%\"\u003eGrid Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);opacity:0.85\"\u003eStandard T-bar (15mm \/ 24mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:2\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSkyLume PY sky panel (selected size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eT-bar grid clips (set of 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrywall framing kit (for non-grid installations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLED driver (matched to panel wattage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick-connect power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafety wire and ceiling anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col style=\"opacity:0.85;line-height:2\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the opening.\u003c\/strong\u003e For T-bar grids: remove the existing ceiling tile from the target bay. For drywall: cut the opening to size using the included template and install the drywall framing kit to create a support ledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition the driver.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the LED driver on the ceiling slab or structural member above the opening. Ensure there is at least 180mm of vertical clearance between the grid rail and the slab to accommodate the panel depth and driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop in the panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower the PY panel through the opening and rest it on the grid rails or drywall frame ledge. Secure with the T-bar clips or frame screws. Attach the safety wire to the ceiling structure above as a secondary support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect and commission.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plug the quick-connect cable from the panel into the driver. Power on and verify operation. Pair with the BLE app to configure scenes, dimming, and circadian schedules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eWhat ceiling void depth do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eThe SkyLume PY requires approximately 180mm of clear space above the ceiling grid rail or drywall ledge. This accommodates the panel's optical chamber and allows room for the driver and wiring. Most commercial suspended ceilings provide 300mm or more of void, which is more than sufficient. If your void is shallower than 180mm, consider the SkyLume PT (36mm hanging wire panel) or PL (70mm surface mount) as alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eDoes it fit standard ceiling grids?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eYes. The PY panels are dimensioned to fit standard T-bar suspended ceiling grids used worldwide. The 600x600mm panel fits 2x2 grid bays (common in Europe, Asia, and Australia). The 600x1200mm panel fits 2x4 grid bays (common in North America). The 300x600mm fits half-bays or can be paired in a full bay. Both 15mm and 24mm T-bar profiles are supported with the included clip set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eCan I install it in drywall?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eYes. Each PY panel ships with a drywall framing kit that creates a structural support ledge inside a ceiling cutout. The kit includes aluminum angle brackets, screws, and a cutting template. Installation in drywall requires access to the void above — either through an attic space or via a temporary access panel adjacent to the installation location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eHow does the PY compare to the PT hanging wire model?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eBoth use the same Rayleigh scattering optics and are available in the same three sizes. The PY is fully recessed — it sits flush within the ceiling plane for a clean architectural look. The PT hangs below the ceiling on wires using a modular keel system, making it suitable for spaces where recessing is not possible. The PY requires ~180mm of ceiling void; the PT requires only wire anchor points in the slab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eIs it bright enough for office use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eThe 600x600mm PY at 60W produces 2,580 lumens, comparable to a standard office troffer. The 600x1200mm at 100W produces 5,000 lumens, exceeding most office fixtures. For open-plan offices, multiple PY panels can be installed across the ceiling grid to create a distributed sky canopy. The high CRI (\u0026gt;93 Ra) ensures screen content and documents render accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eCan I combine PY panels with regular ceiling tiles?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eAbsolutely. The PY is designed to coexist with standard ceiling tiles in the same grid. You can install one PY panel as a focal sky feature, or create clusters and lines of sky panels interspersed with regular tiles. The flush mounting ensures a clean visual transition between sky panels and adjacent tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eExtoril provides a 3-year limited warranty on all PY panels, covering LED modules, optical films, driver, and housing. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and luminous degradation below L70 rated hours. Grid clips and framing kits carry a 5-year structural warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px;padding:14px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.2);border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eDoes it require maintenance?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:8px;opacity:0.85\"\u003eThe PY has no serviceable parts under normal operation. Clean the PMMA diffuser face with a soft dry cloth or mild glass cleaner as needed — typically quarterly in standard office environments. The LED modules and driver are rated for 30,000 hours of operation. End-of-life servicing is available through Extoril's support program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin-top:32px;padding:20px;border-top:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.15)\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"opacity:0.6;margin:0\"\u003eExtoril — Engineered Light, Designed for Life\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"opacity:0.5;margin:4px 0 0 0;font-size:0.9em\"\u003eProfessional-grade artificial skylights backed by 3-year warranty and dedicated support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Extoril","offers":[{"title":"300×600mm (1×2 ft)","offer_id":57389866418520,"sku":"SKYLUME-PY-300X600","price":389.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"600×600mm (2×2 ft)","offer_id":57389905641816,"sku":"SKYLUME-PY-600X600","price":563.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"600×1200mm (2×4 ft)","offer_id":57389905674584,"sku":"SKYLUME-PY-600X1200","price":780.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/6366\/8824\/files\/PY_main.jpg?v=1779990445","url":"https:\/\/extoril.com\/products\/skylume-py-recessed-embedded-artificial-skylight","provider":"Extoril","version":"1.0","type":"link"}