What is LED Lighting Supply Commercial Lighting?

Commercial LED lighting transforms business environments with energy-efficient illumination designed for demanding commercial applications. Based on 17 years in the industry, we've seen businesses reduce their lighting costs by 50% to 75% while improving light quality and reducing maintenance headaches. Our commercial LED fixtures feature wattage and lumen toggle switch adjustability on many models, allowing you to fine-tune performance after installation without replacing entire fixtures.

Unlike residential lighting, commercial fixtures deliver higher output and enhanced durability for business environments. All our fixtures automatically adjust to your existing voltage through intelligent drivers that seamlessly adapt to 120V, 208V, 240V, 277V, or 347V without any manual configuration required.

Indoor Commercial LED Lighting

Indoor commercial fixtures deliver optimal illumination for productive work environments while dramatically reducing energy costs compared to traditional systems:

• LED high bay lights
• LED panel lights
• Shop Lights

Indoor fixtures typically range from 20W to 400W depending on your space requirements and existing lighting replacement needs. Most customers choose 5000K color temperature when replacing metal halide systems, providing crisp illumination that enhances productivity and safety. For fluorescent replacements, 4000K typically delivers the most comfortable working conditions.

Our customer wanted a bright workshop, so we did a lighting plan that included this fixture: 100 / 120 / 150 / 200 Watt Adjustable UFO Fixture | 14000 to 28000 Lumens. Here are the results

Outdoor Commercial LED Lighting

Outdoor commercial fixtures provide security, safety, and area lighting while delivering significant energy savings through intelligent controls:

• parking lot lights
• security lights
• flood lights
• LED wall packs

Outdoor fixtures often feature photocells and motion sensors for enhanced energy management. Popular wattages range from 15W to 300W, with 5000K color temperature being preferred for security and visibility applications. Motion sensors can add another 20-40% to your overall energy savings by ensuring lights only operate when needed.

This is a project where the customer wanted us to upgrade their parking lot lights. We supplied them with a retrofit kit and used their existing fixtures

What is LED Lighting Supply Commercial Grade LED Lighting?

Commercial-grade LED lighting delivers the power and performance businesses need without the extreme ruggedness required for heavy industrial environments. These fixtures provide too much power and brightness for typical residential applications, though they work excellently in large outbuildings, pole barns, or workshops where high-output illumination is beneficial.

Our commercial fixtures feature intelligent drivers that automatically detect and adjust to your building's electrical system. Whether your facility operates on standard residential voltage or higher commercial voltages, the drivers seamlessly adapt without requiring any manual adjustments or special configuration from your electrical team.

What are the Common Applications for Commercial Lighting?

Commercial lighting applications vary widely, but certain environments consistently benefit from LED upgrades based on our extensive project experience:

Best Applications

• Offices benefit from 4000K color temperature and 30-50 foot-candles for comfortable working conditions. Panel lights with dimming capabilities work best for consistent, glare-free illumination.
• Schools and colleges require bright, uniform lighting with 50+ foot-candles for reading and detailed work. High bay lights in gymnasiums and panel lights in classrooms provide optimal learning environments.
• Warehouses need high-output fixtures like UFO high bays with 120-degree beam angles for wide coverage. Most customers choose 150W to 200W fixtures for metal halide replacements.
• Work shops require bright task lighting with 5000K color temperature for precision work. Motion sensors add convenience and energy savings in intermittently used areas.
• Gymnasiums need powerful fixtures mounted at 20+ foot heights with protective guards. High bay lights with wide beam angles ensure even coverage across playing surfaces.
• Pole barns work well with linear high bay fixtures or UFO lights depending on mounting height. Chain mounting options provide flexibility for various ceiling configurations.
• Parking lots require 60W to 300W fixtures with photocells for automatic dusk-to-dawn operation. Wide beam angles and 5000K / 4000K color temperature maximize security visibility.
• Security lighting applications need instant-on capability and motion sensor compatibility. Flood lights and wall packs with 5000K temperature provide crisp illumination for cameras.
• Tennis and pickleball courts require precise lighting calculations to prevent glare while maintaining 30+ foot-candles. Asymmetric beam angles minimize spillover to neighboring areas. Type III outdoor optics are perfect for this application.
• Sports field and ball field lighting demands high-output fixtures with specialized optics for uniform coverage. Professional installations typically require 20-100 foot-candles depending on competition level.
• New construction projects benefit from adjustable wattage fixtures that adapt to changing needs. Universal voltage compatibility simplifies electrical planning across different building zones.

Each application has specific lighting requirements based on usage patterns and safety needs. We typically recommend 4000K color temperature for office environments where comfortable working conditions are essential, while warehouses and workshops benefit from 5000K for enhanced visibility and safety during detailed tasks.

What are Average Foot Candles for LED Fixtures Used in Commercial Applications?

Determining proper foot-candle levels starts with understanding how your space will be used. Different activities require different illumination levels for safety, productivity, and visual comfort. We create custom lighting plans that account for your specific space dimensions, current lighting levels, and performance goals to ensure optimal results.

Common foot-candle requirements include 10-20 foot-candles for storage areas, 30-50 foot-candles for general office work, and 50-100 foot-candles for detailed tasks or precision work environments. Based on our 17 years of commercial lighting experience, we provide detailed photometric analyses that highlight both light level and light balance across your entire area.

The right fixture selection depends on your target foot-candle levels, space size, and mounting height. We recommend specific beam angles and optic configurations for each application. Our free lighting design service eliminates guesswork by showing exactly what light levels you'll achieve before installation begins.

We provided the pole and lights for this sport court application. Lighting was bright and balanced

How Many Lumens Do I Need to Light up a Commercial Indoor Space?

Lumen requirements depend entirely on your intended use, but these three ranges cover most commercial applications effectively:

• 30 lumens per square foot for light use/storage purposes
• 50 lumens per square foot for medium-use activities
• 70 lumens per square foot for high-use / fine-detail activities

Many of our fixtures offer wattage and lumen adjustability through toggle switches, allowing you to fine-tune the lighting levels after installation based on your specific needs. This flexibility ensures you achieve optimal lighting without over-illuminating spaces. Proper lumen levels save energy, reduce operating costs, and create more comfortable working environments for your employees.

What are the Benefits of LED Lighting Supply Commercial LED Lighting Solutions versus Metal Halide and Fluorescent Lighting?

Energy Efficiency delivers the most compelling financial benefit for businesses switching to LED lighting. Our LED lights reduce energy costs by 50% to 75% compared to traditional lighting systems. This dramatic reduction in energy consumption directly impacts your bottom line every month. For most commercial customers, the energy savings alone justify the investment within 2-3 years of installation.

From an environmental perspective, our lighting solutions provide a cleaner alternative to traditional options. LED fixtures contain no mercury or other harsh chemicals found in fluorescent bulbs. This means safer disposal and reduced environmental impact for your business. Many companies find this environmental benefit helps them meet corporate sustainability goals while appealing to environmentally conscious customers and employees.

Lighting controls amplify your energy savings significantly beyond basic fixture efficiency. We offer photocells and motion sensors that dim lights or turn them off completely when areas aren't in use. Motion sensors provide additional cost savings by ensuring lights only operate when needed. Photocells automatically manage your outdoor lighting schedule, turning lights on at dusk and off at dawn without any manual intervention. These intelligent controls often add another 20-40% to your overall energy savings.

The longevity of our LED lights dramatically reduces maintenance headaches and associated costs. LED fixtures last 10+ years compared to metal halide bulbs that need replacement every 2-3 years. Your maintenance costs drop significantly because you're not constantly replacing bulbs or ballasts. This translates to fewer service calls, reduced labor costs, and minimal disruption to your business operations.

Reliable operation means our LEDs aren't affected by frequent switching on and off like traditional lighting systems. Unlike fluorescent lights that degrade faster with frequent cycling, LEDs maintain their full lifespan regardless of how often they're turned on and off. This makes them perfect for areas with motion sensors or where lights are frequently switched throughout the day.

The instant-on capability eliminates the warm-up time required by metal halide fixtures that can take several minutes to reach full brightness. Our LED lights reach full brightness immediately, even in cold temperatures. This provides immediate safety and security benefits, especially important for parking lots, walkways, and security applications where instant illumination is crucial for employee and customer safety.

Adjustable lighting options give you flexibility that traditional lighting cannot match. We offer fixtures with adjustable wattage and color temperature settings that you can modify after installation. This means you can fine-tune your lighting as your needs change without replacing entire fixtures, saving money and reducing waste.

Reduced electrical load is particularly valuable for older buildings or facilities near their electrical capacity limits. LED fixtures significantly reduce amp load on your existing electrical infrastructure. This often eliminates the need for costly electrical panel upgrades when replacing old lighting systems, potentially saving thousands in electrical work and avoiding business disruption from major electrical modifications.

Universal mounting compatibility simplifies your retrofit projects and reduces installation costs. We carry all common mounting options for both indoor and outdoor fixtures and can match your existing mounting configurations. This means faster installation times and lower labor costs since existing mounting hardware can often be reused without modification.

We were asked to replace the metal halide lighting in this sports facility. Here are the results when we used 100 / 120 / 150 / 200 Watt Adjustable UFO Fixture | 14000 to 28000 Lumens

Color Temperature Options and Recommendations

Selecting the right color temperature significantly impacts employee comfort and productivity in your facility. Based on our experience with thousands of commercial installations, 5000K color temperature is the most popular choice and provides an excellent replacement for metal halide lighting systems. The crisp, bright illumination enhances visibility for detailed work and creates a more alert working environment.

For fluorescent lighting replacement projects, 4000K typically delivers the preferred lighting quality. This warmer tone creates more comfortable working conditions in office environments while still providing excellent visibility for most commercial tasks.

Many of our commercial fixtures offer 3000K/4000K/5000K selectable options through simple toggle switches. This eliminates guesswork and allows you to test different color temperatures in your actual environment before making a final decision. You can even use different color temperatures in different areas of the same facility based on specific needs.

Energy Savings and ROI Calculations

Real-world energy savings demonstrate the financial impact of LED lighting upgrades. Here's a typical example from our customer projects: Replacing 20 fixtures of 400-watt metal halide with 150-watt LED fixtures, running 12 hours daily, 365 days per year at $0.13 per kWh, results in annual energy savings of $2,847.

The calculation breaks down as follows: 20 fixtures × 250W savings per fixture × 12 hours × 365 days = 21,900 kWh saved annually. At $0.13 per kWh, this equals $2,847 in annual savings representing a 62.5% energy reduction. With typical LED fixture costs, the return on investment is achieved in approximately 2-3 years.

Over a 10-year LED lifespan, total energy savings exceed $28,000 for this single project. These savings continue month after month, providing substantial long-term value that improves your facility's operating efficiency and profitability.

Maintenance Cost Savings

Over the lifespan of LED fixtures (typically 10+ years), the same 20-fixture installation eliminates the need for bulb and ballast replacements. Traditional metal halide systems require bulb replacement every 2-3 years and ballast replacement every 5-7 years. The maintenance cost savings alone can exceed $4,000-$6,000 over the LED fixture's lifetime, including labor costs for maintenance staff or contractors.

This calculation includes $75-100 per fixture for bulb replacement costs and $150-200 per fixture for ballast replacements over the LED's operational life. When you factor in labor costs and business disruption, the maintenance savings often exceed the initial LED investment.

Certifications and Safety Standards

All our commercial LED fixtures meet rigorous safety and performance standards. Our fixtures are UL Listed or ETL Listed for safety compliance. Many of our fixtures also carry DLC and DLC Premium certifications, ensuring they meet the highest efficiency standards and qualify for utility rebate programs. These certifications assure that you're investing in tested, reliable lighting solutions.

DLC Premium certification is particularly valuable as it qualifies for the highest utility rebate tiers, often covering 30-50% of fixture costs. UL Listed certification ensures electrical safety and code compliance for all commercial installations.

We upgraded this school with our LED panels. We used a wattage-adjustable LED backlit 2X4 panel for this customer.

Warranty and Warranty Support

All our commercial LED lighting fixtures come with at least a 5-year warranty, and all warranty support is handled by our USA-based team. We take customer support seriously, and helping you with any warranty claims or technical issues is important to us. Our commitment extends beyond the sale to ensure your lighting investment performs reliably throughout its lifespan.

Free Commercial LED Lighting Plans

Lighting Plans for Commercial Areas, indoors or outdoors, ensure that the lighting project will meet your requirements. We supply free lighting plans for our business customers. Ask for yours. We are your commercial lighting manufacturer partner. Our experienced team creates detailed photometric analyses that account for your specific space dimensions, current lighting levels, and performance goals.

Common Choices and Expert Recommendations

Based on our 17 years of experience in commercial LED lighting, here are the most common choices our customers make. For wattage selection, most customers replacing 400W metal halide choose 150W LED fixtures, while those replacing 250W metal halide typically select 60W LED options. When it comes to beam angles, 120-degree beam angles work well for general area lighting, while 60-90 degree beams are preferred for task-specific applications.

For voltage requirements, simply provide us with your current voltage specifications. Our intelligent drivers automatically adjust to any incoming voltage without requiring customer configuration. Motion sensors are chosen by approximately 40% of our commercial customers as they provide substantial additional energy savings. Photocells are particularly popular for outdoor applications where automatic on/off scheduling is desired.

Less common but highly effective choices include color-changing fixtures for applications requiring flexibility and high-CRI options for spaces where color accuracy is critical. We help customers navigate these decisions through our free consultation and lighting design services.

We supplied a high output UFO high bay to light up this large industrial warehouse space

Need Help? Talk to an LED Commercial Light Expert.

With so many options and fixtures available, it's hard to decide which option is going to meet your needs and requirements. The sales engineers of LED Lighting Supply are experts in Commercial LED Lighting. Utilize our expertise and share your needs with us, and we will recommend the best commercial LED lighting options for your project or application. We can provide you with a free lighting plan to make sure the area is well-lit and the lighting is balanced.

Completed Commercial Lighting Projects using LED Lighting Supply Lights

Commercial LED Lighting FAQs

What Do LED Light Fixtures Cost Per Square Foot?

Costs vary significantly based on your required foot-candle levels and fixture specifications. After 17+ years in commercial lighting, we develop a customized lighting plan first, then calculate fixture costs per square foot. Warehouse applications requiring 30-50 foot-candles will cost more per square foot than storage areas needing only 10-20 foot-candles.

What Voltage Options Are Available for LED Commercial Lights?

Commercial LED fixtures operate in three voltage ranges: 100V-277V (standard), 277V-480V, and 347V-480V (high voltage). Our multi-tap drivers feature auto-switching technology that automatically detects and adapts to your incoming voltage - no manual setup required. Simply specify your building's voltage when ordering fixtures.

What's Better: 120v or 277v for LED Lighting Fixtures?

277V delivers superior efficiency with lower amp draw, allowing more fixtures per circuit breaker. While 120V offers easier safety protocols, 277V reduces electrical infrastructure costs significantly. Our standard 100-277V auto-switching drivers eliminate voltage concerns by automatically adapting to either input.

Is it Easy to Install LED Light Fixtures in Commercial Applications?

Commercial LED fixtures offer direct 1-for-1 replacement of existing lighting with identical mounting hardware and junction box connections. Any qualified electrician can install them using existing electrical infrastructure. Standard mounting options include chain mount, pendant, and surface mount configurations.

Is it East to Wire Commercial LED Light Fixtures?

LED commercial fixtures use simple 3-wire connections: line, neutral, and ground. This straightforward wiring eliminates the complexity of ballast wiring found in fluorescent systems. We provide detailed wiring diagrams with every fixture, though professional installation by a licensed electrician is always recommended.

What Wire Gauge is Used for LED Commercial Lighting?

Most fixtures include factory-installed whipcord connections sized appropriately for the fixture's wattage. When retrofitting existing commercial lighting, your current wiring typically exceeds LED requirements since LEDs draw 60-70% less current than the fluorescent or HID systems being replaced.

Is It Easy to Add a Dimmer Switch to Commercial Lighting?

Commercial dimming uses 0-10V step dimming systems requiring dimmable drivers and low-voltage control wires. The most practical approach integrates motion sensors with dimming capability—fixtures automatically dim to 10-20% during vacancy and return to full output when motion is detected. This eliminates additional switch wiring while providing enhanced energy savings.