A standard badminton court (doubles) measures 13.4 m long × 6.1 m wide (about 44 ft × 20 ft). Lighting needs depend on the use case: recreational, training, or professional.
Recommended Lux Levels (Illumination)
Recreational / casual play: 200–300 lux (minimum 300 lux recommended).
Training / club level: 300–500 lux (often 400–500 lux for good visibility).
Professional / competition: 500–750+ lux (up to 1,000+ lux for televised events).
Uniformity is critical - light should be even across the court with minimal shadows or glare, especially important for a fast-moving shuttlecock.
Typical Number of LED Lights for One Court
Modern setups use LED high bay lights, linear high bays, or surface-mounted fixtures (anti-glare, flicker-free).
| Level of Play | Typical Number of LED Fixtures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Recreational | 4–6 lights | Basic even coverage |
| Training / Club | 6–8 lights | Good for regular play |
| Professional | 8–12+ lights | Higher output, better uniformity |
For a single standard court, 6–8 linear or high bay LEDs (e.g., 100–200W each) is a common range for training-level lighting.
Some designs use more lower-wattage fixtures (e.g., 14+ units) for very even distribution.
Key Factors Affecting the Number
Ceiling height: Higher ceilings (9–12m+) need more powerful or more fixtures.
Fixture type & wattage: Higher-lumen LEDs (e.g., 150–200 lm/W efficiency) reduce the total number needed.
Layout: Lights are typically arranged in rows parallel to the sidelines, avoiding direct placement over the net or in players' sightlines. Often 2–4 rows per side.
Total lumens required: Rough estimate = Court area (≈82 m²) × Desired lux × Maintenance factor (usually 1.2–1.5 for uniformity/losses).
Example: For 500 lux on an 82 m² court, you might need roughly 50,000–70,000+ total lumens depending on design efficiency.
For best results, request a photometric lighting design from a supplier - this provides an exact layout, fixture count, and lux map.
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