LEDs have been widely used as the main light source for LED lighting lamps & fixtures. These LEDs have a much smaller footprint and are directional light rays compared to other light sources such as incandescent lamps. They usually comes with primary optics attached but the light distribution pattern is wider than most applications. Since […]
Isolated & Non-Isolated LED Driver Explained
LED drivers are an important part of industrial lighting fixtures, which greatly affects the lifespan and quality of the fixtures. In the field of LED commercial and industrial lighting, there are mainly two forms of drivers that are commonly used: isolated drivers and non-isolated drivers. Before we dive into details, let us first understand the concept […]
UL vs ETL listed, what is the difference?
Many of us are wondering about the differences between UL vs ETL labels. These labels are everywhere in the marketplace and are seen on various pieces of technology. But what do these safety labels mean? What are the differences between these different safety certifications? Before we get into details, let us explore why do we […]
Understanding LED Life Expectancy
In the era of LED lighting, less energy and a long lifespan have been billed as key advantages of LEDs. Understanding and communicating how these products fail and how long they last can be challenging. Most LED lighting products hold the potential to achieve a long lifespan that can meet or exceed traditional lighting. Manufacturer […]
DLC LUNA v1 & SSL v5.1
The Design Lights Consortium (DLC) introduced its LUNA v1 in 2021 to address the sky glow & light trespass and to mitigate light pollution issue. DLC LUNA v1 was designed to minimize light pollution while providing energy savings of outdoor solid-state lighting. It was released after more than a year of research & development. LUNA […]
The Difference Between CRI vs CCT
When it comes to selecting high-quality lighting, we hear a lot about CRI and CCT. What are these and what is the difference between these two?CRI stands for Color Rendering Index, on the other hand, CCT stands for Correlated Color Temperature (known simply as color temperature for many lights). Let’s talk about these two measures […]
BUG Ratings explained.
IES TM-15-11 : (Backlight, Uplight, and Glare) What do we need to know?BUG Rating, also known as Backlight-Uplight-Glare Rating, is a system that evaluates and specifies the optical performance of outdoor light fixtures. Specifically, BUG assesses the impact of a luminaire’s backlight, uplight, and glare characteristics on its overall performance and efficiency. Published in the […]
Class 1 & Class 2 Driver Differences
The Differences Between a Class 1 & Class 2 Driver and a Class I & Class II LED Driver What does it mean and what is the differences?When dealing with drivers, it’s important to remember that not all drivers are created equal. There are several classifications of drivers that power lighting systems, and understanding the […]
Microwave vs PIR Motion Sensors
What do we need to know?A motion sensor is a device used for identifying moving subjects such as humans. It is used to control lighting fixtures as well as the operation of related other connected devices. Sensors work incredibly well in commercial and residential settings to monitor, improve and safeguard surroundings. There are two types […]
ETL Sanitation,UL EPH,NSF Certification
What does it mean and why is it important?When we are dealing with food safety, lighting products are not exempt. As a lighting manufacturer, we follow the food safety laws that are in place these days. There are several popular food equipment certifications that relate to both sanitation and safety such as ETL, UL, and […]