Litepanels Astra IP 1×1 Bi-Color LED Light Panel

Overview

The Litepanels Astra IP 1×1 is a full-size, weather-resistant LED panel designed for professional broadcast, documentary, and location-based production. It takes the familiar Astra 1×1 form factor and places it inside a sealed, IP-rated housing, allowing the fixture to be used safely in rain, dust, and harsh outdoor environments without improvised weather protection.

The Astra IP 1×1 is built for real-world conditions where environmental control is limited or nonexistent. Its design prioritizes durability, reliability, and clean white-light performance over creative effects or complex feature sets.

Strengths

The fixture offers weather-resistant construction, dependable output, professional color quality, and compatibility with the Astra accessory ecosystem. Its full-size panel provides broad coverage while maintaining rugged reliability.

Limitations

The Astra IP 1×1 lacks RGB capability and advanced effects. Its output is limited compared to hard sources, and its feature set is intentionally restrained in favor of durability and environmental protection.

Specification	Details
General Performance
Ambient Temperature Range	−4 to 113°F
Estimated LED Lifetime	50,000+ hours
Max Power Draw	125 W
Fan Control	Yes
Range	Astra IP
Color & Output
Color Temperature Range	2700–6500K
CRI (Daylight)	95
CRI (Tungsten)	95
Comparative Output	3000 lux at 10 ft / 3 m (daylight, no diffusion)
Optics	30° custom TIR lens
Control & Interface
Dimming	Constant current, 0–100% continuous (flicker-free)
Lighting Control Modes	CCT / FX via single dial with LCD menu
Remote Control	Bluetooth (integrated), DMX, RDM (separate module required)
USB Updates	Yes
Mounting
Mounting Method	TVMP
Dimensions & Weight
Width	16.97 in
Width (without yoke)	14.8 in
Height	16.81 in
Height (without yoke)	12.36 in
Depth	4.25 in
Depth (without yoke)	4.25 in
Weight	9.7 lb

Position in the Astra Lineup

Within the Astra family, the IP 1×1 represents the full-size, weather-rated counterpart to the standard Astra 1×1 panels. It sits above the Astra IP Half in output and coverage while sharing the same ruggedized design philosophy.

The IP 1×1 is intended to complement, not replace, standard Astra fixtures. It fills the gap for exterior and adverse-weather work where traditional panels would require rain covers or be removed entirely.

Output and Performance

The Astra IP 1×1 delivers strong, usable output for a panel of its size, making it suitable as a key light in close-to-medium range exterior setups or as fill and background illumination on larger scenes. Its panel-based design produces a naturally wide beam with smooth, even distribution.

While it does not compete with hard sources for punch or throw, its output remains consistent and predictable across operating conditions, which is critical for broadcast and documentary workflows.

Color Quality and Modes

The fixture is designed as a white-light panel, supporting daylight and tungsten operation depending on configuration. Color reproduction meets professional broadcast standards, with stable output and minimal color shift during dimming or extended operation.

The Astra IP 1×1 is not intended for RGB work or stylized effects. Its strength lies in delivering clean, accurate illumination that integrates seamlessly with mixed lighting packages.

Environmental Protection

A defining feature of the Astra IP 1×1 is its IP-rated construction. The sealed housing protects internal electronics from rain, moisture, and dust, allowing the fixture to remain deployed in conditions that would normally halt production or require extensive weather mitigation.

This makes it particularly valuable for exterior interviews, live events, ENG, documentary production, and long-duration location shoots where weather exposure is unavoidable.

Power and Control

The Astra IP 1×1 supports professional AC and DC power options, allowing it to be used in both fixed installations and mobile field setups. Dimming is smooth and flicker-free, supporting broadcast and high-frame-rate shooting.

Control is intentionally straightforward, emphasizing physical reliability over deep menu systems. Wireless control and DMX integration are supported depending on configuration and accessories, enabling integration into larger lighting systems when required.

Mounting and Modifiers

The fixture uses a standard yoke-based mounting system and integrates easily with conventional grip hardware. Its 1×1 form factor allows it to be rigged on stands, booms, and exterior mounting points while maintaining stability in challenging environments.

The Astra IP 1×1 supports Astra-compatible accessories such as diffusion and light-control options, provided they are used in a manner that maintains the fixture’s weather resistance.

Typical Use Cases

The Astra IP 1×1 is commonly used for exterior interviews, documentary and ENG work, live events, and location shoots where rain, dust, or moisture are present. It is also suitable for industrial, marine, and architectural environments where environmental exposure would compromise non-rated fixtures.

Its value is highest in situations where production must continue regardless of weather.

Rental and Owner-Operator Relevance

The Astra IP 1×1 is a strong rental-house fixture for productions that regularly work outdoors or under unpredictable conditions. Its rugged design reduces downtime and eliminates the need for improvised weather protection.

For owner-operators, it is a specialty tool rather than a general-purpose panel. It makes sense for crews who frequently shoot on location and cannot afford weather-related delays or equipment failures.