Preferences change fast in the lighting industry and one thing we are seeing is an added focus on warmer color temperatures for outdoor lighting. Many of the early LED retrofit bulbs were in 4000K Cool White or most often 5000K Daylight, both of which provided a stark contrast in look to the HID lamps of […]
TCP continues to expand their lighting catalogue and now offers Type C LED T8 and T5 lamps. Type C LED tubes utilize an external LED driver that is similar to how a ballast operates as the power runs through the driver. These are dimmable drivers that allow for crisp 0-10V dimming (0-10V Dimmer sold separately). […]
GE Current has long had some of the best LED HID replacement lamps and now has developed a Hazardous Location LED HID lamp that is suitable for the harshest environments. These lamps are UL-qualified for use in fixtures that are categorized in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D rated. This means […]
During the rise of LED years ago, one of the first popular styles of LED fixtures were Edgelit LED Flat Panels. They came in 1×4, 2×2 and 2×4 with dimming being standard and they had a fresh look. However, the light distribution from these fixtures was not ideal and led to glare issues. Enter the […]
Aleddra has always been known as one of the most innovative lighting manufacturers and their recent releases in the Wellness Lighting category have garnered a lot of interest from distributors and end-users alike. Their Wellness Lighting line focuses on lighting technology that can enhance productivity with circadian lighting concepts as well as keeping us safe […]
RAB Lighting has created an LED downlight that balances extraordinary value with a clean look and high-end feature. RAB’s LED Downlights come in 6″ or 8″ and color temps of 3000K, 3500K or 4000K. Both sizes have two different wattages – 6″ has 12W and 18W, while 8″ has 24W and 33W to ensure you […]
Keystone Technologies has a whole new outdoor LED fixture series which includes their XFit LED Wallpacks. They come in all the shapes and sizes you need; from traditional style wallpacks to full cutoff and small low profile LED wallpacks. Impact-resistant polycarbonate lens’ that protect while minimizing glare. Footprints that match that of HID counterparts to […]
One of the most popular products over the last few months have been freestanding protective plastic shields to protect against the spread of viruses like Covid-19. All types of businesses are picking these up, from restaurants to hotels, grocery store checkout lanes, bank teller stations, medical clinics, jewelry shops, airports, schools, churches and more. Available in 24″, […]
It goes with the territory that many LED retrofit upgrades are done for energy savings and/or to maximize rebates. But sometimes you just need to brighten up a space, and that has made the very high lumen 4′ LED T8 lamps popular. All options below bypass the ballast and wire direct, as this has proven […]
Some of the big considerations for retrofitting to LED in any application is will the end user like the color and will it be enough light. This is especially true for replacing PL lamps in recessed cans. LED manufacturers like Satco are making satisfying these needs easier than ever by creating customizable products that feature […]
