Is there a fast and simple way to switch to LEDs for your outdoor lighting? Simply consider LED corn bulbs. The hundreds of individual light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that make up these bulb-shaped lights are all linked to a metal heat-dissipation element. LED corn lamps are quickly becoming the clear choice for individuals wishing to replace their outdated lighting with energy-saving LEDs since they are up to 80% more efficient than metal halide, high-pressure sodium, or incandescent bulbs.
So what exactly are LED corn lights?
An assemblage of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) mounted on a metal frame is known as a corn lamp. Because the yellow LEDs resemble corn kernels on a corn cob, they are known as "corn lamps." Using LEDs, which need a lot of diodes, corn cob lamps are designed to provide a lot of light. To keep the diodes cool, they are attached to a metal "cob" that has a lot of surface area (often hundreds of them).
Which kind of fixtures are compatible with LED corn lamps?
A LED corn light will fit into many screw-in sockets, but you must make sure you have the proper one. There are corn lights for E40, E27 (Edison), mogul, and medium bases, and more are being created every day.
How should I mount LED corn lights?
It's as simple as installing a light bulb! Make sure the corn lamp will fit into the luminaire you are attempting to ignite by checking its measurements.
What qualities need to excellent corn lights have?
Cooling
A good corn lamp should have a large surface area aluminum construction to allow heat to escape. Although they seem sophisticated, certain LED corn lights with fans are challenging and expensive to produce. If the fan is not stopped by insects or dust before then, the motor will burn out long before the LEDs start to dim. A maize light from the company 3BL is seen in the picture to the left. A fan wouldn't be as effective at dissipating the heat as the complex structure of 6063 aluminum would. This corn lantern is quite good!
LED caliber
LED chips come in a variety of grade levels. Low Color Rendering Index will be found in the less expensive models (CRI). Choose LEDs from a recognized manufacturer. Samsung makes the semiconductors that 3BL utilizes.
Protective Garments
A clear plastic covering should be placed over the diodes to shield them from dust and insects so that the LEDs may continue to work as intended over time. By doing this, the light's quality will not deteriorate over time.
Can I use corn lights where?
For any high lumen-output lighting, including those used in these situations, corn lamps make excellent substitutes.
Post Top Lamps corn lamp post top lights
Boulevard Path lighting a maize lamp on a bollard lamp post
Wall packs for exterior walls for corn lamps
Highway Lighting Corn lamps parking lot lights
Interior High Bay Lamps corn lamps high bay light
Roadway Lighting
Which kind of bulbs can I swap out for corn lamps?
Almost any bulb with a matching base Checking that your corn light will fit in your luminaire with the lid on is the most crucial step. Every product page on the AIS LED website has a dimension checker.
Can I place corn lights with big wattages horizontally?
As the wattage increases, these lights do grow heavier, and sometimes they will be too hefty to fit in the screw socket. They will function perfectly if you put the light vertically (up or down). To support the bulb and lessen strain on the socket, you may need to attach a thin wire if your socket is horizontal.
