1- What are the uses of street and parking lot lights?
Many things can be done with street lights and parking lot lights. These lights can be seen lighting playgrounds, parks, and sidewalks in addition to roadways and outdoor parking lots. These lights are also available in lower-powered models with a more architectural style. These post top fixtures are suitable for use along park paths, as well as walkways and sidewalks.
2- What advantages do LED parking lot lights provide?
LED street lights and parking lot lights have many advantages. Since LED parking lot light fixtures do not use bulbs, they are weather, insect, and other environmental hazards resistant. LED lights can also withstand high temperatures; they don't get as hot as HID lights and switch on instantly. They don't take long to warm up and hit their maximum light intensity. LEDs also use less energy than other types of lighting.
3- How many lumens do I need for a parking lot?
We usually recommend two LED Parking Lot Light heads of 20,000 lumens each at about 15-20 feet high on each pole. Space the pole about 20 feet apart. That is average lighting. Go brighter and higher if you want your space more inviting.
4- What kind of lights are used in parking lot lights?
Most parking lot lights utilize one of three types of lamps: high-intensity discharge (HID) lamps such as metal halide, high-pressure sodium, and - if they are very old - mercury vapor lamps.
5- What is a shoebox light?
Shoebox lights are commonly the size of shoes, from about a foot long to 16 inches. These lights are found at sports stadiums, county fairs, and large parking lots. Despite their small size, these LED lights generate up to 80 percent energy savings.
