How to choose integrated LED lighting fixtures

What are LED ready fixtures?

Any type of fixture designed for use with LED lights is considered a LED ready fixture. These fixtures normally don't include LED bulbs, so users are free to use any LED bulb as long as it meets the necessary requirements for size, shape, and wattage. One of the greatest advantages of LED ready fixtures may be the independence from restrictions on modification. Although replacing just the bulb is easier if you already have the fixture, installation is quite similar to that of LED integrated lighting. As new technologies appear, upgrading your LED lights is also made simple by LED ready fixtures. Before making a choice, one should be aware that dimming issues with LED tubes might arise.

What are integrated LED fixtures?

LED fixtures that include integrated LED arrays are complete fixtures. The diodes in this type of light are made with an established Kelvin color temperature and Lumen output, unlike LED ready fixtures. When compared to the LED lights in traditional fixtures, these fixtures frequently have a higher initial cost but also tend to have a longer life rating and greater effectiveness. Being an all-in-one solution, compatibility issues with ballasts are also eliminated.

Which fixture do you need?

There are a few factors to take into account when choosing which fixture is the best option for your building. Do the present fixtures first require significant repairs? Sometimes it is more cost-effective to just replace the complete fixture with an integrated LED one when adding repair expenses to the price of LED bulbs. What construction regulations must your lighting comply with, secondly? Codes set out by the U.S. Department of Energy order higher efficiency standards. You must be aware of what is required in your county because these codes could be different from county to county. Do you consider rebate opportunities, to finish?

A non-profit organization called the Design Lights Consortium (DLC) is funded by a number of electric utility companies. Installing DLC-qualified fixtures may result in rebates for our business. According to the DLC 4.0 efficiency specifications, every type of fixture or bulb must meet minimum effectiveness ratings as well as criteria for Kelvin color temperature, CRI, and life hours. Additionally, keep an eye out for regional rebates.