NEOZ Owl 1 Cordless Table Lamp

Cordless & rechargeableIP52: covered outdoorDesigned in SydneyReplaceable battery & parts5-year warranty

In the box: the lamp and its NEOZ charging base, so it is ready to charge on arrival. NEOZ lamps charge only on a NEOZ base, tray or charging station.
Buying several for a restaurant, bar or hotel? If you already have NEOZ chargers, or will charge them on a NEOZ tray or charging station, choose Charging Base: Not included and save $50 per lamp.

A NEOZ hospitality classic: a dome reflector throws glare-free light straight down, with almost no reflection on windows.

The Owl 1 tops the tapered Owl body with a dome reflector that casts a warm, glare-free pool of light onto the table, flattering food and faces while throwing almost no reflection onto nearby glass. That makes it a favorite for tables beside windows and views. Choose the N1 battery for everyday use, or the Pro battery for the longest possible time between charges.

Designer’s pick

Choose the Owl 1 for any table with a view: the dome keeps the glow off the glass so guests see out, not reflections.

Specifications

• Brand: NEOZ (Sydney, Australia), cordless lighting since 1995
• Model: Owl 1
• Designer: Peter Ellis & Gabriel Tam
• Year of design: 2006
• Type: Cordless rechargeable LED table lamp
• Light: Glare-free downlight
• Light color: 2600K warm white
• Dimensions: H 7.48" × W 3.54" (190 × 90 mm)
• Weight: 12 oz (340 g); with Pro battery 1.3 lb (610 g)
• Materials: Brushed stainless steel, or brushed and lacquered real brass or real copper; dome reflector
• Finishes: Real Brass, Stainless Steel, Real Copper
• Battery: Panasonic Li-ion 3.7V 2900mAh, rated 500+ full charge cycles, replaceable; or the Pro battery for the longest runtime
• Run time: Up to 17.5 hours on high and up to 55 hours on low (N1); up to 66 hours on high and up to 310 hours on low (Pro)
• Charge time: About 3.5 hours (N1); about 8.5 hours (Pro)
• Dimming: Three brightness levels: low, medium and high
• Charging: Sits on a NEOZ charging base, tray or station to recharge, with LED charge indication; add a base with the “Charging Base: Included” option
• Power supply: 100–240V switch-mode power supply, approved for worldwide use
• Water and dust rating: IP52: dust-protected and resistant to dripping water
• Where to use: Indoors and covered outdoor spaces such as verandas and sheltered terraces; not for rain
• Certifications: CE, CSA, C-Tick, FCC, RoHS, SASO
• Serviceability: Battery, LED and diffuser are replaceable; NEOZ also repairs and services its lamps
• Warranty: Five years on materials and workmanship; battery one year
• Made in: Designed, engineered and hand-assembled in Sydney, Australia
• Item numbers (MPN): SOWL1N1BR, SOWL1PBR, SOWL1N1SL, SOWL1PSL, SOWL1N1CP, SOWL1PCP

Why cordless, and why NEOZ

A cordless lamp puts light exactly where people gather: the middle of a dining table, a terrace, a bedside with no outlet nearby. No cord to trip over, no drilling and no electrician, and unlike candles there is no flame, wax or smoke, just the same warm light every evening. NEOZ developed the world’s first professional cordless table lamp in 1995 and engineers every model for nightly restaurant service: Panasonic lithium-ion cells rated for 500+ full charge cycles, a battery you replace instead of the lamp, and charging that scales from a single base to a 48-lamp station. NEOZ notes it still services lamps that are 20 years old.

Features

• Cordless and rechargeable: up to 17.5 hours on high and up to 55 hours on low (Pro: up to 66 hours on high and up to 310 hours on low)
• Three brightness levels
• IP52: dust-protected and resistant to dripping water
• Designed by Peter Ellis & Gabriel Tam (2006)
• 3 finish options

Best for

Window-side tables, restaurants with views, outdoor-facing dining rooms and desks. Pair it with: NEOZ Owl 2, NEOZ Owl 3, N1 Charging Tray (6 lamps).

Who this is not for

• Anyone looking for a bright reading or task lamp: NEOZ lamps are made for ambience at the table.
• Uncovered tables in the rain: it is rated for covered outdoor spaces only.
• First-time NEOZ owners who choose “Charging Base: Not included”: you need a NEOZ base, tray or station to charge it.

Why we carry it

We’ve been curating design-led lighting since 2009 and are an authorized NEOZ retailer. NEOZ, founded in Sydney in 1983, created the professional cordless table lamp and still hand-assembles every lamp in Australia. According to NEOZ, its lamps are specified in more than 100 countries, at venues including The Ritz London, The Ivy, Annabel’s, Claridge’s, Corinthia Rome, Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, InterContinental Sapporo, Mandarin Oriental Palace Lucerne, Six Senses, Sketch London, MGM Grand Macau, Crystal Cruises and Carbone at the Riviera in Las Vegas.

Buy once: durability and care

Dust the metal with a soft, dry cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners. If you store the lamp for a while, NEOZ advises recharging it every two to three months and keeping it below 77 °F (25 °C). When the battery eventually tires (NEOZ suggests every three to five years), replace the battery, not the lamp.

Meet the designers

The NEOZ Owl 1 was designed by Peter Ellis & Gabriel Tam. Every NEOZ lamp is drawn, engineered and hand-assembled by the company’s in-house design and engineering team in Terrey Hills, Sydney, led by founder and industrial designer Peter Ellis.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the NEOZ Owl 1 run on one charge?

With the N1 battery, up to 17.5 hours on high and up to 55 hours on low, and it recharges in about 3.5 hours. With the Pro battery, up to 66 hours on high and up to 310 hours on low, recharging in about 8.5 hours. Brightness has three levels; lower settings last longer.

Do I need the charging base for the NEOZ Owl 1?

Choose “Charging Base: Included” if this is your first NEOZ lamp. If you already own NEOZ bases, a charging tray or a trolley, choose “Not included”: the lamp works with all of them.

Can the NEOZ Owl 1 be used outdoors?

It is rated IP52: dust-protected and resistant to dripping water, so it suits covered terraces and verandas. Avoid rain and never submerge it.

How long will the NEOZ Owl 1 battery last, and can it be replaced?

The Panasonic lithium-ion battery is rated for 500+ full charge cycles. NEOZ suggests replacing it roughly every three to five years with regular use, and it is replaceable, so you keep the lamp.

Should I choose the N1 or the Pro battery for the Owl 1?

The N1 runs up to 17.5 hours on high and 55 on low and charges in about 3.5 hours. The Pro runs up to 66 hours on high and 310 on low and takes about 8.5 hours to charge. Restaurants that can’t charge every night usually choose Pro.

How fast does the NEOZ Owl 1 ship?

Ships in 2–3 business days. We are an authorized NEOZ retailer.

Trade & project orders

Designers, architects, hotels and restaurants can apply to our Trade Program for trade pricing on NEOZ lamps and charging systems, including multi-lamp orders for whole dining rooms.

Shipping

Ships in 2–3 business days.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.