Why Choose LED Lamps for Outdoor Lighting?

To choose the ideal light source for outdoor lighting, the most critical requirements are good light color and long service life. When it comes to light color and service life, EXC streetlight believe LEDs will outperform other light sources.

I What is outdoor lighting?

Outdoor lighting means using various outdoor led lamps to illuminate streets, roads, gardens, water bodies, the exterior of buildings and even a tree, etc. It not only has the function of lighting, but also has the functions of artistic decoration and beautification of the environment. A fully illuminated outdoor area is extremely necessary to enhance the entertainment function, safety and beautification of the relevant area. Since the LED street light is a one-way light source, it plays a vital role in outdoor lighting.

High color rendering index, multiple color temperature options, etc. When it comes to outdoor lighting, LEDs are the ideal choice for outdoor lighting due to their high color rendering index (CRI) and numerous color temperature options.

Advances in plastic technology and optics, as well as the integration with LEDs, paved the way for the ideal combination of optoelectronics. Another advantage of LED lights is that they do not use any filaments and are inherently more robust. Moreover, the LED is not so fragile, and it is very simple, reasonable and safe to fill the light source with a waterproofing agent such as silicon or epoxy resin.

Since LED light source is small, it is very simple to produce a high-efficiency lumens with a compact size. For example, it is very possible to make a fountain lamp to cover the entire fountain, as long as the light sources are separated, small in size and connected in parallel.

II 4 unique advantages of outdoor led lighting

1. Producing brighter and better light

The main function of outdoor lighting is safety and decoration. LEDs are considered the brightest form of light, which can achieve 170-180 lumens per watt and provide reliable light.In addition to this feature, in the case of overheating or short circuit, the LED is not easy to explode or burn out at the light source.

2. Environmentally friendly

LED street lamp does not emit any infrared or ultraviolet radiation and there is no mercury at all. In addition, these lamps comply with ROHS standards, which means that LEDs do not contain any hazardous substances, such as cadmium, mercury, etc. In contrast, metal halide lamps contain high levels of cadmium and also emit ultraviolet light while fluorescent lamps contain mercury. Since outdoor lights are installed near water bodies or trees in nature, LEDs are the first choice.

3. Low maintenance cost

In modern era, families with courtyards or gardens will inevitably install garden lights. Because garden lights are usually located in fragile areas, they must be easy to maintain and replace. LED garden lights are currently the most popular lights. Using other lighting fixtures, in most cases, the cost of replacing the light is much higher than the cost of the light. For example, the underwater lights in a swimming pool are difficult to replace, because if the lights are to be replaced, the swimming pool has to be emptied. Another example is floodlights. If something goes wrong, a crane is needed to restore it.

4. Low voltage operation

The functional voltage of the LED is lower than 4V DC. In order to make it operate at 220V or other large voltages, we usually use a switching power supply to reduce the voltage to convert AC to DC. If it is any light that is in direct contact with water, it is recommended to operate at a lower voltage to avoid disasters when the current flows out.

Unlike using LEDs, when we use traditional light sources, we need to use a specific inverter circuit to increase the voltage and convert it to alternating current. But this reduces the safety and life of the lighting fixtures, and at the same time increases the cost of the lamp. LEDs are a safer choice, run at low voltages and are very safe during operation.