The 450 BSW IP is a YL Light outdoor moving head that combines beam, spot and wash functions in an IP66 magnesium-alloy housing. It has a Philips MSD Silver 420W/2 LL lamp, 600W total rated power, a 2°-31° beam angle, linear CMY and CTO, two colour wheels and two gobo wheels. It is aimed at fleets that want one fixture for aerial beams, projected gobos and colour looks on outdoor and indoor jobs.
This guide matches the effects in the product film to the published specifications, explains the beam data and channel modes, and lists what to check before an outdoor job. We prepared it from the product page, manual and photometric chart.
What the product film shows
The film demonstrates functions. It is not a measurement or a certification test. This table matches each scene to the specification behind it.
| Scene in the film | Specification behind it |
|---|---|
| Narrow white and coloured shafts crossing in haze | 2° narrow end of the beam angle, 140 mm front lens |
| White light moving between warm and cool | Linear CTO, 3200K-6700K |
| Mixed colours in the beam and on the floor | Linear CMY, plus 2 colour wheels with 12 colours |
| Gobo patterns across a row of fixtures | 1 static wheel with 16 gobos, 1 rotating wheel with 9 interchangeable gobos |
| Beams and gobos multiplied into fans and rings | 6-facet prism and 6-row linear prism, which can overlap |
| A pattern moving from soft to sharp, then growing and shrinking | 0-100% electronic focus and the beam angle range |
| A hard beam softening into a wide glow | 1 independent frost |
| Flash sequences | 1-20Hz strobe |
| Water falling on running fixtures with cables connected | IP66 housing, waterproof power and DMX connections |
| Close-ups of the latches, screen and base | Pan and tilt locks, 2.8-inch display, integrated folding hook |
450 BSW IP specifications at a glance
| Item | Published value |
|---|---|
| Light source | Philips MSD Silver 420W/2 LL, 3,500-hour stated life |
| Power | 600W total; AC100-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Colour temperature and CRI | 7800K ±500K; CRI >70 |
| Beam angle and lens | 2°-31°; 140 mm front lens |
| Colour | Linear CMY, linear CTO 3200K-6700K, 2 colour wheels with 12 colours |
| Gobos | 1 static wheel with 16 gobos; 1 rotating wheel with 9 interchangeable gobos |
| Prisms | 6-facet and 6-row linear, bidirectional variable-speed rotation, can overlap |
| Focus and softening | 0-100% electronic focus, 1 independent frost, 1 homogenizer lens |
| Dimming and strobe | 0-100% dimming; 1-20Hz strobe with pulse, synchronous and asynchronous effects |
| Pan and tilt | 540° / 270°, 16-bit, automatic position correction |
| Control | DMX512, RDM, master-slave, auto; 28CH or 20CH |
| Protection and temperature | IP66; -10°C to 40°C |
| Connections | Waterproof power in / out; waterproof 3-pin and 5-pin DMX in / out |
| Housing | Magnesium alloy, black finish |
| Size and weight | 709 x 386 x 290 mm, 27 kg net; packed 790 x 405 x 485 mm, 30 kg gross |
Beam output by distance
These figures come from the Beam Mode chart on the product page. Spot diameter is in metres.
| Distance | 1.95° lux | 1.95° spot | 22° lux | 22° spot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 m | 1,764,000 | 0.17 | 22,000 | 2.02 |
| 10 m | 441,000 | 0.34 | 5,500 | 4.04 |
| 20 m | 110,250 | 0.68 | 1,375 | 8.08 |
| 40 m | 27,563 | 1.36 | 344 | 16 |
| 60 m | 12,250 | 2.04 | 153 | 24 |
| 80 m | 6,891 | 2.72 | 86 | 32 |
| 100 m | 4,410 | 3.4 | 55 | 40 |
Zoom position changes the result far more than a single headline number suggests. At 40 m, moving from 22° to 1.95° raises the chart value about 80 times, while the spot shrinks from 16 m to 1.36 m.
Each column falls with the square of the distance, so read the table as a projection from a reference reading, not as seven separate site measurements. The chart does not state the colour setting or test method. If your design depends on a particular throw, ask for a test at that distance. Our guide to reading photometric data explains what to keep beside each number.
28CH or 20CH: choose before you patch
The manual gives a separate chart for each mode. The 28CH chart includes both gobo wheels and both prisms. The 20CH chart keeps pan, tilt, CMY, CTO, colour wheels, strobe, dimmer, frost, zoom, focus and diffusion, but it lists no gobo or prism channels. If your cues use gobos or prisms, patch the fixture in 28CH.
The manual's address examples for the first four fixtures are:
| Mode | Fixture 1 | Fixture 2 | Fixture 3 | Fixture 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28CH | 001 | 029 | 057 | 085 |
| 20CH | 001 | 021 | 041 | 061 |
The channel order also changes. The 28CH chart starts with colour and the 20CH chart starts with pan and tilt, so one mode's profile will not work for the other. Lamp on, lamp off and reset commands are on the last channel of each mode, and the value must be held for at least 3 seconds.
The product page has the manual and console files for grandMA2 and Avolites Titan.
Where it fits, and where it may not
The 450 BSW IP makes most sense when one rig has to cover different jobs: narrow aerial effects in one cue, gobo projection in the next, and colour on stage or set pieces after that. Having both CMY mixing and two colour wheels gives a designer two ways to build colour.
Check these points before choosing it:
- Camera work: the stated CRI is above 70 and the base colour temperature is 7800K. Test skin tones and scenery with your own camera.
- Large washes: the listed beam angle stops at 31°. A dedicated wash fixture may cover a wide area better at short throw.
- Network control: the listed protocols are DMX512 and RDM. Art-Net or sACN would need a compatible gateway.
- Handling: each fixture weighs 27 kg, so plan the structure and crew around that load.
- Lamp planning: the stated lamp life is 3,500 hours, so include replacement lamps in your service plan.
Outdoor use: read IP66 with the connections
The rain scene in the film shows the fixtures running with power and data cables attached, but a video does not prove a rating. Ask for the protection documents for the version you are buying.
The published connections are waterproof power in and out, and waterproof 3-pin and 5-pin DMX in and out. The published operating range is -10°C to 40°C. IP66 does not mean the fixture can be submerged, and it does not cover every installation. Our outdoor IP rating guide lists what to check on site.
Details your crew will notice
The film shows pan and tilt locks and an integrated folding hook on the base. The 2.8-inch display flips automatically, which helps when a fixture is hung upside down. In the film, the screen shows DMX status and a temperature reading, with four touch keys beside it.
The specification sheet also lists temperature-monitored variable-speed fans and software upgrades through the DMX data cable.
What to send for a quotation
Send the quantity, destination, indoor or outdoor conditions, throw distance, mounting method and console, and tell us if you need flight cases or your own branding. You can send your project details here or browse other beam spot wash moving heads.
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01Is the lamp 450W?
No. The 450 in the model name is not the lamp wattage. The lamp is a Philips MSD Silver 420W/2 LL, and 600W is the total rated power of the fixture.
02How many DMX channels does the 450 BSW IP use?
It has 28CH and 20CH modes. Use 28CH when you need gobos and prisms, because the published 20CH chart does not list them.
03Which console files are available?
The product page lists grandMA2 and Avolites Titan files. For another console, build a profile from the channel charts in the manual or ask us.
04Can the 450 BSW IP stay outdoors permanently?
IP66 alone does not answer that. Tell us the location, exposure and installation period, and confirm the permitted conditions in the manual.
05Can it replace a dedicated wash fixture?
It can soften and colour light with its frost, homogenizer lens and CMY system, but its listed beam angle stops at 31°. Compare the coverage you need at your throw distance.