LED Technology: Optimizing LED Parking Lot Light Fixtures

 It's easy to overlook the benefits of LED parking lot lighting in terms of safety and protection, but it's an essential factor for businesses and property owners to consider.

The most important thing is to consider how much brightness is required. For example, pathways require brighter and concentrated lights provided by track lights and on the other hand, inside the general parking area requires LED pole lights for optimum brightness. 

To build a parking area that needs to be strategically lit, various lighting fixtures of different heights are required. If the height at a particular site is low, then the brightness focuses on a tight region, and one needs to install more fixtures to compensate for the dark spots.

To prevent any unnecessary shadows, landscaping and nature, such as trees, must be considered when determining a suitable location for the outdoor lights. For applications that necessitate lighting that is closer to the structure, wall packs effectively illuminate the entryways and doorways.

Illumination quality

The amount of traffic, time of day, and use of the driving space influence the light quality criteria of the parking lots. LED lights having cooler color temperatures (white/blue glow) are more suitable for high-security applications such as banks and car dealerships.

LED Parking lot Lights

The contrast in the brightness makes car and pedestrian visibility difficult, resulting in an unsafe atmosphere. Use LED parking lot lights to create consistent lighting in the parking lot to avoid this issue.

Automatic sensors :-

Dimmable and motion sensors are a huge benefit for outdoor LED light fixtures. 

Photocell sensors - These sensors on and off the lighting fixture following the natural light 

Astronomical clock - Precise lighting for the fixture according to the seasons.

The next step is to create lighting controls for the business owners and facility managers to deliver efficient brightness in the parking lots.

Outdoor lighting designs

When determining which LED fixture to use and where to use it, proper planning is crucial for adequate lighting. Here are six different forms of light delivery to help you choose the correct fixture and get the most out of your lighting fixture.

Types of fixture	Light Distribution
Type 1	Two-way lateral width distribution for walkways and sidewalks
Type 2	Lateral width distribution for ramps
Type 3	Lateral width distribution for roadways and parking areas
Type 4	Lateral width distribution for perimeter parking areas
Type 5	Circular distribution for commercial parking areas
Type 6	Square distribution for center roadways and intersections

The mounting height must begin from 12 feet to 25 feet. The fixture’s mounting height determines the distance between parking lot lights; the higher the fixture, the fewer poles are required to light the same area. 

When determining the appropriate height and spacing, the Lumen performance of the LED parking lot lights should also be considered in terms of uniform brightness.