How to choose led high bay light

2020-05-20

LED lights are proving to be a groundbreaking invention – thanks to their low electricity usage, fast start times and high quality of light. These lights really help consumers save a lot of money on energy expenses and get better light in their homes, business and outdoor areas as well.  Given the daunting chouices however, most people are not sure which light to buy. LED high bay lights come in different sizes, colors and lumens and this makes it difficult to find the right high bay light.  

As the prices of electricity have increased and LED Lights have come down, businesses have started looking for cost-effective and energy saving ways of implementing LEDs.  Replacing old high bay lights with new energy efficient ones is a great start.

What are LED High Bay Lights?

A: bay lighting is the name of lights used in commercial bays. Over time they became known as high bay, to distinguish from low bay lights. Today LED High bay Lights are any fixtures hung at higher than 12' and over 10,000 lumens. Typically high bay light is ideal for warehouses, factories, gyms, supermarkets, Stadiums, Retail spaces, Workshops, Industrial areas, Garages etc.

Why LEDs for High Bay Lights?

Before we move into the detail of choosing the right LED lights, it is important to determine why you need to choose LED lights. There are different reasons why you should choose LED bulbs for high bay lights. Some of them are listed below:

Cost

The cost of LED high bay lights and LED light bulbs is very low right now as compared to other bulbs. You can get these bulbs at the same prices as other light bulbs.

Energy Saving Option

As the planet faces energy challenges and it is becoming very difficult to find new and better sources of power that does not ruin the enviroinent. This is the reason why you need to look for options that can play a part in saving energy. LED light bulbs consume less energy and produce more light. Using these lights, you can save a lot of money from those mounting electricity bills.

Appearance

Everyone wants to improve the appearance of their home and business. For that reason, they look for different décor items and other design ideas. However, a bright business attracts customers and makes them feel safe. LED lights produce more lumens of light and make your business really shine brighter.

Ease

These lights are very long lasting. You don’t have to change them again and again. At an average, a LED corn light bulb lasts for 20 years.

 

Safety

In LED light bulbs and LED High Bay Lights, there is no UV or mercury used or emitted. As a result, they are very safer to use and operate than other light bulbs.   These lights are an ideal option and safe for health as well.

Design a Layout

When you are looking for a LED High Bay Light, you should have a clear picture in mind of why you need it and where you will be using them. For different places, you would need a different light that would suit the place and meet the requirements. For example:

• Retail Store: If you have a retail store, you need a bright light to attract more customers. At a minimum, you need 800 lux on the ground to illuminate the retail store.

• Warehouse: In a warehouse, it is important to choose 500 lux so that the work environment for the supervisors could be improved.

• Storage: In case of storages, a light with 300 lux is more than enough.

When you know the requirements, it is time to choose the wattage.

LED Linear High Bay Lights

High Bay Light Shapes and Options

 

What are the different types of LED high Bay lights?

A: high bay lighting can be round in shape, now commonly called UFO high bay lights or LED Linear High Bay Lights. Modern LED technology allows a lot of light in a small fixture, so its less about the light and which one is easier to install or you prefer the look of.

High bay lights can be round, linear, long, or skinny. We'll discuss each, what they look like, pros and cons, and when to use each!

Choosing high bay lights for your commercial space is a crucial decision. The lighting in your space sets the tone for your customers and/or employees. With 75% less energy usage, LED bay lights are the way to go. Still, you'll need to choose between the many different shapes and sizes of high bay lights. How do you know what shape or size is best for your space?  Keep reading to find out which high bay light option is best for your needs.

 

LED UFO High Bay Light

Round high bay lights are also known as UFO high bay lights because of their saucer shape. They are the easiest high bay light to install because they only need to be hung at one point. Round high bay lights can be great for a place with higher ceilings. The light from UFO high bay lights averages 120 degrees which is ideal above 13ft high.

 

UFO LED High Bay Lights

The illumination from round lights can be perfect for lighting tables in a restaurant setting. For this 13ft restaurant, you'd likely use LED high bay lights 100 watts and 3000K for a warmer light. Round UFO lights can still be used for large, open commercial space as well. For the 25ft open space LED high bay lights 240 watts and 5000K will light a building beautifully.

More important to look for in a high bay light is lumens. You can have high wattage but if your lumens are off, you aren't getting the best lighting possible. The choices are 100 watts, 150 watts, 200 watts and the big 300 watts. Remember, LED high bay light application all depends on the space you're trying to light. If round lights don't work well, you aren't out of options.

Linear High Bay Light

Linear high bay lights may be more familiar to you. They're the lights you see in pretty much every grocery store and warehouse you visit. They are designed to look like the T8 bulbs, but they have nothing in common

Linear lights are great for really large buildings because they illuminate more space at one time. Linear lights can be long and wide or long and skinny. If your space has a lot of aisles or shelving, long linear lights are the best option. You can install the lights over each aisle so all your product is illuminated.

 

4FT LED Linear High Bay Light

It's important to keep your purpose in mind when choosing lights. If you're a retail store selling to customers, the lighting in your store can affect their buying habits. For a large commercial building, LED high bay lights 200w will make all your products well-lit. If you have a smaller space or the need for softer lighting, LED high bay lights 100w could do the trick.

 

Strip Lighting 

Old florescent bulbs were often run in long strips, daisy chained T8 bulbs together to create lots of light. Generally that is unnecessary and adds a ton of work in electrical and installation. Newer LEDs can generate so much light in a small package. if you are above 14ft we do not recommend them. However if you still like the look, or are doing retail ceiling lights there are LED strip lights. These long skinny fixtures come in 2ft, 4ft and 8ft, Run them together to get your coverage.

Light it Up

Now you're aware of the functions of every shape of high bay light. Hopefully, you've decided on the shape that will work best in your space.   All that's left is calculating how many you'll need to light your space the way you want to

Wattage and lumens - How to choose the correct amount

High Bay LED lights are available in different watts, but its the lumens you need to keep an eye on.   As LEDs get more efficient they will use less and less watts. You can easily choose one depending on the height where the high bay lights are installed. There are different watts for different levels of height:

• 10-15 feet – This height is ideal for lights with 10,000 to 15,000 lumens.

• 15-20 feet – This height is ideal for lights with 16,000 to 20,000 lumens.

• 25-35 feet – For this height, lights with 33,000 lumens are ideal.

Spacing

The spacing between lights is also an important factor in choosing high bay LED High Bay lights. There are three most common cases that you can consider to find the best light for your space. These are listed below:

• At 15 feet height, about 12 feet spacing is essential for a bright light. However, if you need normal light, a space of 15 feet should be present.

• At 20 feet high you can go to 15 feet spacing for generating bright light and if you need normal light, a spacing of 18 feet should be used.

• At 30 feet height, you can go for 20 feet spacing between the lights in order to get a brighter light. However, for normal light, you can go for 25 feet spacing.

Number of Lights

After you have determined the spacing between the lights, it is now time to know how many lights you are going to need. The number of lights depends on the available space. Using the spacing and the quality of brightness you need, you can know the number of lights you will be needing for a particular space. You can also create a layout to calculate.

Type of Lights

High Bay lights are available in a vareity of shapes.   We offer both round lights, now known as UFO High Bay Lights and longer larger ones knows as LED Linear High Bay Lights.   Most people do not know that round lights spread the lights out just fine if hung a few feet higher up.  Above about 15 feet we always recommend round.  They are easier to install.  In areas with aisles the linear lights become ideal.  At lower heights you can opt for the wide angle style linear high bay lights.

How to Calculate Lux?

Lux is a complicated matter to calculate. You have to make a full CAD plan, (and we do have IES files if needed) however, there are certain simple ways to help you with the calculation without doing Lux.  We can accomplish the goal with other factors the lumens per square foot of the available space as well as height and spacing.  A good number is 2 lumens per cubic foot. If you want bright light, you can go for 3 lumens per cubic foot.

Always Get Cross Over Lighting

In order to get better light, you should have light coming from different directions.  This is called cross over lighting.  Ideally we want it from at least 3 locations. The light coming from opposite sides reduces shadows and evens the lighting. As a result, you get better light that avoids the hot spots of bright light you sometimes see . You may have to plan lower lumen fixtures but more of them for better lighting.

Lumens

Last but not least, you should always look for lumens, not watts. No matter how much watts you choose, if there are not enough lumens, you will not get better light.

 

LED UFO High Bay Light

LED Linear High Bay Light for Warehouse

UNBEATABLE ILLUMINATION – This high quality and powerful high bay light gives off industry-leading illumination! It’s commercial grade compatibility and high lumens easily make this light the best choice when it comes to wide and clear illumination! With up to 140 lumens per watt, this is easily one of the highest performing lights in the industry. On top of all this, this light comes with an optional reflector cover to provide up to 20% up light!

FAST & EASY INSTALLATION - The effortless 3-minute installation process will save you the headaches and frustration that other light installations cause. This package comes with a free American hook, 5 foot power cord, and Safety Rope to make installing this light that much easier! It also features a 110V standard American plug for easy and direct power sourcing. This will save you time and energy to work on other projects!

STRONG AND DURABLE – This amazing UL & DCL certified lamp features an IP65 certified water resistant and dustproof design. It’s commercial grade, durable properties make it the toughest and most versatile light on the market. Never worry about this product being damaged from outdoor weather conditions! The pure aluminum cold forged housing provides excellent thermal transfer to extend component life and keep it from becoming damaged. It’s operation temperature is -104 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit

BEAUTIFUL & UNIQUE DESIGN – The lightweight, low profile and circular/UFO-like design makes this high bay light the most unique and beautiful product on the market. On top of all these light’s beautiful characteristics, it is also dimmable! This professional, stylish, and unique look offers its customers a supreme lighting experience

ANTLUX’s led ufo high bay lights provide high performance, long lifespan and energy savings for illuminating large commercial and industrial areas. AntLux’s led linear high bay lights provide high performance, long lifespan and energy savings for illuminating large commercial and industrial areas. ANTLUX's 5 years warranty means we got you covered! ufo high bay led light is a great replacement or upgrade choice for existing HID metal halide and fluorescent high bay light fixture. Upgrading to LED can save your money in electricity bill and improve visibility and worker safety while enhancing productivity. The high bay lighting fixtures are ideal for Warehouses, Factories, Gyms, Manufacturing facilities, Storage facilities, Retail Spaces. Recreation Centers, Hangars, Garages, Exhibition Hall, Natatorium, Airport and other areas.