Description

The Elation Proteus Excalibur is the most powerful IP65-rated beam fixture in its class, engineered for outdoor environments that demand maximum output, durability, and creative flexibility. Designed for large-scale productions, festivals, architectural lighting, and stadium-level events, this fixture combines unmatched beam intensity with rugged, weatherproof construction. Its 550W Philips MSD Platinum lamp delivers an incredibly tight 0.8° beam capable of cutting through long distances with sharp focus and clarity.

Featuring full CMY color mixing and a 14-color dichroic wheel, the Excalibur offers a stunning palette of saturated hues, pastel tones, and color correction options, including UV and high CRI filters. With dual gobo wheels, overlapping prisms, and frosts, lighting designers have an extensive range of tools to shape and enhance their beams. The integrated Sky Motion control system allows standalone programming of aerial effects without the need for external consoles, making it a powerful solution for mobile, broadcast, and permanent installations.

Built to withstand rain, dust, and extreme conditions, the Proteus Excalibur is fully IP65 rated, ensuring reliability and performance in any environment. Its advanced control options include DMX, RDM, Art-NET, and sACN protocols, ensuring seamless integration with professional lighting systems.

Key Features

550W Philips MSD Platinum 500 Flex lamp with 4,000-hour life
Ultra-narrow 0.8° beam angle with optional 3.5° expander
Output up to 20,000 lumens with 7000K color temperature
CMY color mixing plus 14-color dichroic wheel (includes UV, CTO, and high CRI filters)
Dual gobo wheels (8 rotating/indexing + 17 static gobos)
Dual overlapping prisms (4-facet linear and 8-facet circular)
Light and medium frost filters for wash effects
Sky Motion system for standalone aerial beam programming
IP65-rated aluminum housing for outdoor use
High-speed mechanical shutter and adjustable strobe effects

Specifications

Light Source: 550W Philips MSD Platinum 500 Flex discharge lamp
Beam Angle: 0.8° native; 3.5° with beam expander
Lumen Output: Up to 20,000 lumens
Color System: CMY + 14-position color wheel (CTO, UV, CRI)
Effects: 2 gobo wheels, dual prisms, 2 frost filters, Sky Motion, iris, shutter
Pan/Tilt: Pan: 540° or 630°; Tilt: 250°
Control Protocols: DMX512, RDM, Art-NET, sACN
DMX Channels: 26
Power Consumption: 800W max
Power Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz (Auto Sensing)
Dimensions: 19.4" x 15.1" x 27.4" (493mm x 383mm x 697mm)
Weight: 108 lbs (49 kg)
Rating: IP65 (dust and waterproof)

Applications

Outdoor concerts and music festivals
Sports arenas and stadium lighting
Architectural landmark lighting
Searchlight and sky tracking effects
Permanent installations in theme parks and cruise ships

Why Choose the Elation Proteus Excalibur?

Industry-leading output in an IP65-rated beam fixture
Designed for durability in extreme outdoor environments
Wide array of beam-shaping tools for creative flexibility
Stand-alone Sky Motion system simplifies rig operation
Trusted performance from Elation’s Proteus series

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ Extreme Output – "The Excalibur blasts through any atmosphere. It's a game-changer for large outdoor shows."
★★★★☆ Rock Solid – "Withstood wind and rain without a hiccup. Truly a professional-grade beam fixture."
★★★★★ All-In-One Powerhouse – "The color mixing, gobos, and prisms give us endless options. This is now our go-to for high-impact beam effects."