Best Down Light for Tight Spaces? Why Lighting Professionals Choose the SL33

By Patrick Harders, LC

If you’ve ever climbed 20 feet up into a tree just to splice a connection because your down light had a 6-foot lead, or tried to use a full-sized down light only to realize the space was way too small, you already know why the SL33 matters. I didn’t build this down light just to have “one more product” in the lineup. I built it because I needed it in the field. My guess is that you do too.

Why Mini Matters  

 Small spaces are often the most challenging to light well. They demand control, precision, and a soft touch without sacrificing durability.

This isn’t about saving space. It’s about creating impact in small spaces. When I introduced our SL33 Mini Down Light, it wasn’t to check a box; it was because I felt that the industry's existing options didn’t serve those detail-heavy applications well enough.

I was working on real jobs and running into real limitations. I needed a micro-sized luminaire that could:

• Fit discreetly into tight corners without compromising on light quality

• Avoid hot spots and harsh glare

• Be installed quickly, cleanly, and with confidence 

One-Handed Mounting. 30-Foot Lead. Zero Hassle.  

What makes the SL33 so popular among professionals is how deliberately it’s been engineered to work with you, not against you. Every feature was designed with the installer in mind:

• Offset stainless steel mounting bolts – Pre-installed at a 2-3" offset so you can accommodate tree growth and get both bolts in with one hand and a drill.

• 30-foot wire lead – Splicing wires in a tree canopy can be an unpleasant experience. I gave this 30 feet of lead so you can bring all your connections down to the ground where they belong. It’s safer, cleaner, and saves you time—especially on service calls.

• Lightweight & compact – The SL33 is small, but it’s got a solid build. And less weight means less strain on mounts, leaving the whole thing working better.

• Installation kit available – We even offer a specialized install kit designed to work with a drill driver to increase ease of installation.

Built for Installers. 

To me, the SL33 is more than a miniature fixture with clean output. It represents what I believe all lighting tools should be, purpose-driven, field-tested, and built to serve the professional.

When you’re managing a crew, working against the clock, and climbing trees before lunch, you don’t have time to fight with your gear. You need tools that anticipate the demands of the job. That’s exactly what we designed the SL33 to be.

Your time is valuable. Your work deserves precision. The SL33 delivers both.

Watch the video to see how the SL33 performs in the field and why it’s become an essential tool in our installs.