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How to Choose the Right Bay Lighting
High bay and low bay lighting fixtures are quite popular in commercial and industrial places.
A choice between either depends on the region they will be mounted and the level of brightness that is required.
Also, choosing one over the other can significantly impact the safety of your facility as well as the efficiency of operations in your workplace.
That being so, there are several differences between high bay and low bay lighting, which sets either apart and gives it an advantage over the other.
Knowing the differences between high bay vs. low bay lighting helps you choose the right type for your building. There are other factors to keep in mind as well, such as bulbs, power, and energy usage.
Below, we outline what we think are the 9 most important variables to consider when you’re looking to install high or low bay light fixtures.
1.) LED vs. Fluorescent Bulbs
The first choice you should make when deciding on what type of lighting setup to use is what bulb you need. LED sales exceeded 10 billion units in 2019. They’ve officially overtaken fluorescent lamps as the most popular option.
This growth is thanks to a range of benefits. LED lighting lasts 25 times longer, uses 75% less energy, and is easier to install than traditional fluorescent lamps. It also allows you to take advantage of special rebates and enjoy lower energy and disposal costs.
2.) High Bay vs. Low Bay LED Lighting
High Bay and Low Bay are lighting terms used to describe the correct bay lights needed for the appropriate ceiling height.
When you need to illuminate a large space, you must decide between high bay LED lighting or low bay LED lighting. The first step is to measure the height of your ceiling and consider what type of space you want to illuminate.
3.) Beam Angle and Width
You should look for a beam angle that matches the light fixture’s height. Options for high bay lighting fixtures include 60°, 90°, or 120°.
Once you know the beam angle, you can calculate the beam width. Use the formula beam angle x 0.0.18 x distance from the light bulb.
4.) Mounting and Distributing Options
There are several mounting options to choose from, including slip filters, trunnions, and straight arms. Find the right one for your needs before creating your lighting setup.
There are two different types of light distribution patterns to choose from. Type III is best for parking lots and roadway lighting because it’s taller but not as widespread. Type V is shorter but spreads the light over a larger area.
5.) Retrofitting
Retrofitting kits come with most LED lighting fixtures. They include slip fitter brackets, trunnions, an arm, and other essential components.
Using these kits helps you save money and time. Consider them if your current lights are in acceptable condition and just need to be fitted with LED bulbs.
6.) Power
If your lighting fixture isn’t powerful enough, it won’t be able to illuminate the entire space. Try to find light fixtures with at least 130 lumens per watt.
Color Temperature chart for lighting
7.) Color Temperature
Find the right color temperature. Warmer colors are more comforting, but blue provides the most visibility.
8.) Shape
Keep the lighting fixture’s shape in mind. Round lights illuminate almost any large space, but rectangular lights are better for long workbenches and production lines.
9.) Energy Usage
LED lights reduce your energy usage, but additional components increase this effect. Consider adding dusk to dawn photocells, motion sensors, and dimmers. They’ll ensure your lights only work at full power when you or your staff and customers are around.
