Sustainable lighting innovator LightArt is thrilled to introduce the commercial lighting industry’s first optically clear, 3D-printed pendants with the launch of their 100% recycled Clear Coil Collection. The groundbreaking collection harnesses molecular recycling technology to upcycle discarded materials like clothing and carpet fibers, dense plastic containers, and packaging into beautifully designed, long-lasting, clear light fixtures. The collection comprises six new pendant shapes, expanding the company’s multi-award-winning Coil family.

The molecular recycling process at the heart of the Clear Coil Collection breaks plastics down into molecular components that are used to create new materials. Compared to the traditional mechanical recycling process, which is limited to specific sources of plastic waste that can be recycled a finite number of times, molecular recycling can break down a much broader range of waste an infinite number of times. By integrating this technology into their manufacturing process, LightArt can increase the recycled content used in their materials without compromising aesthetic value or quality. As a result, the company reduces waste destined for landfills while decreasing the production of more plastics from newly extracted fossil fuels.

Dubbed the M series, where “M” represents molecular, the collection’s six pendant shapes range from geometric to organic in form. The M1, M2, and M3 pendants take cues from the small form factors of the original Coil Collection, emphasizing angles and shapes that enhance the material's clarity and internal light refraction.

The M4, M5, and M6 pendants are available in two sizes. The M4's cylindrical shape evokes the classic appeal of a ceramic bottle, while six faceted sides create the M5’s hexagonal shape. Inspired by the contoured forms found in nature, like raindrops and beehives, the M6 features an organic, elongated silhouette.

"With five years of experience integrating 3D technology into our manufacturing process, we’ve dialed in on what works and what doesn’t,” explained LightArt's Director of Research and Development, Edwin Vice. "The Clear Coil Collection distinguishes itself with its unique material, the impressive scale of the pendants, and our mass production capabilities."

To coincide with the launch of this new collection, LightArt has unveiled a Coil Collection Take Back Program. The latest initiative supports the company’s closed-loop system, encouraging customers to return their Coil fixtures at the end of their lifecycles so LightArt can repurpose them. The company will supply packaging and cover shipping costs to reduce participation barriers.

The evolution of the Coil family embodies LightArt’s commitment to sustainability and pursuit of zero-waste manufacturing. Born out of the desire to reduce company waste, the original Coil Collection launched in 2020. After mastering internal waste streams, the company expanded the Coil family in 2022 with the Ocean Coil Collection, which sources 100 percent recycled polypropylene from ocean-bound and nearshore waste.

Whether used individually or grouped in clusters, Clear Coil pendants are suitable for adding visual intrigue to various environments—from commercial spaces to healthcare settings. The larger M4, M5, and M6 pendants are well-suited for spaces with high ceilings. The pendants are assembled with a PVC-free cord and are finished with TGIC-free powder-coated hardware. The M1, M2, and M3 are available with a socketed E26 base or LightArt’s Performance Lighting Core. The M4, M5, and M6 come equipped with the Performance Lighting Core.