Continuing the long tradition of elegant Scandinavian flame luminaries, Candela, designed by Francisco Gomez Paz, advances this classic product typology with 21st century technology. As the first product of Astep, Candela is a manifesto that speaks to evolution in design and technology, and respect for the environment.

Astep is inspired by evolution; the use of fire to power LED lights represents both the oldest and the newest forms of illumination in a single product. By harvesting energy, Candela provides light and powers your mobile devices with an aesthetic that is both technical and warmly domestic.

For Candela, Astep has crafted a novel energy harvesting system that generates electricity from the heat of the flame thanks to the thermoelectric Seebeck effect. Powered by bioethanol, a clean, natural and renewable fuel made from plants, Candela produces it’s own electricity to provide cosy LED illumination, and charge mobile devices via USB.

Candela generates its own electricity, enabling you to charge your mobile devices via USB cable. It is easily ignited with a match or lighter; a full tank contains 300 ml of bioethanol enough for five hours of use. With an internal battery that charges whenever there is a flame, Candela can charge mobile phones and tablets even when powered‑off.

The smokeless flame can be used indoors and outdoors. Ideal for cafés, restaurants, waiting rooms and private homes, Candela provides a warm cozy light and a thoughtful power port.

Candela is responsibly assembled in Italy, with recyclable materials such as opalescent glass and aluminum, and a variety of high-temperature advanced thermal materials.

Type: Portable Table Luminaire
Environment: Indoor
Materials: Opaline Glass, Anodized Aluminum, Alumina Wick, High-Temperature Materials
Finish: White Diffuser, Anodized Aluminum Fuel Tank
Dimensions: ∅ 186 x 241 mm
Color Temperature: 2200 Kelvin
Battery Capacity: 3400 mAh
Connectivity: USB Type A Port
Fuel Type: Bioethanol
Fuel Capacity: 260 ml (5 hours)