Watts vs. Lumens – Overview

Watts vs. Lumens – Overview

Some fixtures produce more light at the same input power than others. The energy used is measured in watts. The light output is measured in lumens. The wattage used is not directly related to the lumen output. Some fixtures have a higher efficacy. This means that the...
LED Luminaire Terms You Need to Know

LED Luminaire Terms You Need to Know

If it is time to purchase new lighting such as LED high bay luminaires or LED wall packs, you likely have already seen how confusing it can be to navigate all of the style, wattage, and Kelvin options. This process is often made even more difficult given the array of...
What Is Voltage?

What Is Voltage?

Voltage refers to pressure from an electrical circuit’s power. Voltage is what pushes a current through a conducting loop, enabling it to illuminate a light. It is essential that managers of commercial facilities know the line voltage where fixtures are to be...

What Does Kelvin Temperature Mean?

If you want a light source to emit a specific color light, you will need to be familiar with Kelvin temperature, or the color temperature, of the light source. The color temperature of a lamp indicates whether the lamp or LEDs have a warm, neutral, or cool color...