Aerelight A1: A Pioneering Leap in OLED Lighting Design

OTI Lumionics Unveils the First Consumer-Ready OLED Lamp

The inspiration for the Aerelight A1 came from the unique form factor and illumination quality of OLED lighting. Unlike traditional light sources, OLED offers a thin sheet of uniform, warm, natural light. It delivers the illumination of a traditional 60W bulb while consuming 80% less energy. This groundbreaking technology inspired OTI Lumionics to create the world's first consumer-ready OLED lamp, allowing users to experience this naturally soft and diffuse light.

The Aerelight A1 stands out for its simplicity, user interaction, and cutting-edge technology. The lamp's incredibly thin and elegant profile is only possible with OLED, which casts an ultra-wide footprint of warm, glare-free light. The innovative use of flat flexible power cables blends seamlessly with the minimal and thin form factor. Touch activation for brightness control eliminates accessory switches, while the base conceals a convenient wireless charger for compatible mobile devices.

The Aerelight A1 is the first consumer lamp utilizing energy-efficient OLED lighting technology. The carbon-based materials used in OLED manufacturing are sustainable and contain no toxic metals such as mercury and lead. Additionally, the light produced is free of UV and IR emission. The Aerelight A1 is handcrafted in Canada using premium materials, the precise angles in the anodized Aluminum frame deliver maximum illumination while providing visual balance. The lamp is accented with walnut wood, offering a warm contrast to the durable metal frame.

The Aerelight A1 is designed for simplicity and intuitive user interface. Three brightness levels are controlled easily through touch activation, which is sensitive anywhere on the metal frame. This intimate user interaction was inspired by OLED which is characterized by low heat emission, uniquely making it a light source that is not dangerous to touch. This simple user interface makes the lamp safe and easy for anyone to use.

Creating a product with a new innovative technology presented many challenges for the project. There were many unknowns for OLED in terms of product reliability, market reception, and material supply. Hence the internal design team was responsible to custom engineer all aspects of the design from the control circuits to mounting schemes to the interconnect design to the durability testing. There were no consumer OLED products to benchmark and hence OTI Lumionics' design solutions were all derived through their own innovative solutions and methods all within the timeline of one year.

The Aerelight A1 is not just a lamp; it's a testament to the potential of OLED technology in revolutionizing the lighting industry. With its sleek design, energy efficiency, and user-friendly interface, it sets a new standard for lighting design. As the world moves towards more sustainable and energy-efficient solutions, the Aerelight A1 serves as a beacon of innovation and a glimpse into the future of lighting design.