What are LED UFO High Bays?

UFOs are high bay LED lights that get their name from their shape. These commercial lighting fixtures resemble a UFO spacecraft. The design emerged about 10 years ago and has been one of the mainstay offerings in high bays ever since. LED UFO round high bays are round, robust, and impact-resistant, and are a perfect replacement for metal halides and fluorescent lights. These lights are IP65 or higher rated, high impact rated, robust, versatile, and nearly maintenance-free, designed for open areas, commercial and industrial environments, as well as other harsh conditions. UFO high bay lights are commonly found in industrial settings and large indoor spaces such as warehouses and factories. These fixtures utilize advanced LED technology, specifically energy efficient LED technology, to provide bright and uniform illumination.

Our UFO High Bay Lights are available from 60 Watts to 600 Watts and are available in a voltage handling range of 100 to 480 Volts. These lights are UL listed, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. 4000K and 5000K color temperatures are available, but if you’re unsure, we have UFO High Bays where you can select the color temperature you want, after installation. Motion sensors are available, and they can be set to dim or turn off the light when motion is not detected. The watt rating helps customers compare energy use and performance.

What are the Benefits of Using UFO LED High Bays?

• Quality Products: Commercial Grade and Industrial Grade LED UFO Lights are designed for the toughest environments and built to the highest standards for commercial and industrial areas, utilizing advanced LED technology for superior performance and long lifespan.
• High lumen output: We have lights capable of producing almost 100000 lumens per fixture.
• Rugged: They’re extremely durable, high impact, and waterproof, ideal for many applications.
• Energy Efficiency: Our UFO LED fixtures use energy-efficient LED technology to reduce energy consumption by 50% to 70% when compared to metal halide and high-pressure sodium light fixtures.
• Low Maintenance Costs: UFO Lighting provides years of bright, high-quality, maintenance-free lighting without bulb and ballast changes.
• Less Heat: They produce significantly less heat than HID bulbs, reducing HVAC loads
• Works with Controls: They work well with motion sensors, so you can dim/turn off the lights when the area is void of movement
• Dimming: Our UFO Lights LED Fixtures can dim, adding to the energy savings.
• High-Quality Light Output: These lights come with at least a 70 Color Rendering Index ( high CRI ) rating, which is a measurement of light quality.
• No flickering lights: Unlike fluorescent tubes, you will never see an LED Light flicker.
• High Ceilings: No problem! UFOs have the power and optics to get the light you need where you need it, making them ideal for high ceiling environments and providing wide area illumination. UFO low bay lights are also available.
• Warehouse Lighting: UFO LED high bays are an excellent choice for warehouse lighting, efficiently illuminating large, high-ceiling spaces and ensuring optimal visibility across wide areas.
• Mounting Options: We offer both suspended and pendant mount options.

How to Select the Best UFO LED High Bay for Your Application

Generally speaking, selecting the best UFO high bay light involves understanding your lighting requirements and following standard guidelines for fixture placement and output.

Start by determining the number of foot-candles you need. Then, have us create a lighting plan for your space. You can find the right combination of fixture and lumen output. This will allow you to create the right amount of balanced, bright light in your space. Other information we will need to know when selecting UFO high bay luminaires is:

• Standard voltage (100-277V) or high voltage (277-480V)? Our UFO LED lights will automatically adjust to your input voltage
• Mounting: choose eye-hook, pendant, or ceiling mount
• Motion sensor: We offer both PIR and Infrared motion sensors
• Dimming: We offer 0-10V and 1-10V dimming
• Wiring: All come with a whipcord
• Color Temperature: Choose 3000K to 5000K. We even have color-adjustable UFO fixtures that allow you to select the color temperature before or after you install them.
• Wattage Adjustable: We offer UFO high bays where you can select the watt setting and lumen levels pre and post-installation, ensuring the light output matches the needs of your space and maximizing lumens per watt efficiency.
• Fixture Color: White or Black

What Style of UFO High Bay LED Fixture Is Best for You?

• Dimmable UFO LED: These are UFO round high bay lights equipped with a dimmable LED Driver. The drivers are typically 0-10V or 1-10V trigger dimmable and work with a 0-10V dimmer. Dimmable LED UFO fixtures work well with motion sensor-equipped high bays. Some UFO fixtures with a dimmable LED Driver are not dimmable if equipped with a motion sensor, as the motion sensor uses dimming wires.
• Motion Sensor UFO LED: We offer both microwave motion sensor options as well as PIR (infrared) motion sensors. Microwave motion sensors are a newer technology not affected by dusty environments. So, if your environment is dusty, choose a microwave motion sensor option. A motion sensor-equipped UFO LED High Bay light needs to be dimmable. An excellent warehouse light option.
• Wattage Adjustable LED UFOs: These UFO lights have onboard toggle switches that allow you to choose the wattage and lumen output. This will enable you to customize the UFO light output to meet your needs on location.
• Color Adjustable LED UFOs: These LED UFO fixtures have onboard toggle switches that allow you to choose the color temperature. Typical options are between 3000K and 5000K. 3000K is a warm, inviting light, whereas 5000K is a light that resembles the color temperature of metal halide high bays.
• High Voltage LED UFO High Bays: These UFO High Bays are equipped with a 277-480V LED Driver. They automatically switch to the incoming voltage. These can be wired for single-phase and three-phase power.
• Emergency Backup LED UFO High Bays: These UFO High Bays are hooked up to an external EMB purposely developed for UFOs. They can provide up to 90 minutes of emergency power.

Color Temperature Options for UFO LED High Bays

UFO LED high bays are available in a range of color temperature options to suit the diverse needs of commercial and industrial areas. The most popular choices are 3000K (warm white), 4000K (neutral white), and 5000K (cool white). Each color temperature creates a distinct lighting effect, making it important to select the right one for your specific application.

For example, a 3000K color temperature produces a warm, inviting light that is ideal for retail stores and commercial spaces where a comfortable atmosphere is desired. In contrast, 4000K offers a balanced, neutral white light that works well in industrial areas and spaces where both clarity and comfort are important. The 5000K option delivers a bright, crisp light that closely resembles daylight, making it perfect for warehouses, factories, and other industrial environments where maximum visibility and alertness are essential.

Choosing the appropriate color temperature for your UFO LED high bays can enhance the visual appeal of your space, improve productivity, and reduce eye strain. Whether you’re lighting a warehouse, gymnasium, a retail store, or a factory, selecting the right color temperature ensures your lighting system meets both functional and aesthetic requirements.

Best UFO LED High Bay Lights Applications

• Warehouses
• Manufacturing Plants
• Indoor Sports Field
• Aircraft Hangars
• Workshops
• Sports Arenas

These fixtures are ideal for large indoor spaces that require powerful, even illumination.

High Bay Lighting Design Considerations

Designing an effective high bay lighting system involves evaluating several factors to achieve optimal light levels, energy efficiency, and safety. The first step is to choose the right type of fixture—whether you opt for UFO LED high bays or traditional lighting will depend on your specific needs and the characteristics of your space.

Ceiling height is a critical consideration; high bays are typically used in spaces with high ceilings, such as warehouses and industrial facilities, where a high lumen output is necessary to ensure adequate illumination. The size and layout of the space, as well as the activities performed within it, will influence the number and placement of fixtures required. For example, a warehouse with tall shelving may need more powerful UFO LED high bays with a focused beam angle, while an open area may benefit from fixtures with a wider distribution.

Other important design elements include dimming capabilities for adjustable light levels, emergency lighting for safety, and the ability to integrate controls such as motion sensors. By carefully considering these factors—ceiling height, fixture type, lumen output, and control options—you can create a high bay lighting system that delivers excellent performance, energy efficiency, and safety for any commercial or industrial environment.

LED UFO High Bay Light Installation Guide

Installing high bay lights, especially UFO high bay lights, is a straightforward process that can greatly improve the lighting quality in your space. Begin by determining the number of fixtures needed based on your ceiling height, the size of the area, and the desired light levels. This ensures you achieve uniform lighting and avoid dark spots. Ask us to do a lighting plan for you. This will remove all the risk and guess work from making this decision.

Once you’ve selected the appropriate UFO high bay fixtures, choose the best mounting option for your application. Pendant mounts are a popular choice for high ceilings, but other mounting options are available to suit different ceiling types and layouts. Space the fixtures evenly across the ceiling to provide consistent illumination throughout the area.

During installation, make sure each LED UFO high bay is mounted at the correct height to maximize light distribution and minimize glare. After securely mounting the fixtures, connect them to the power supply according to the installation instructions. Once all lights are installed, test the system to confirm that each fixture is operating correctly and providing the desired light levels. Proper installation of your UFO high bay lights will ensure reliable, energy-efficient lighting for your commercial or industrial space.

Need Help? Talk to an LED UFO High Bay Expert.

With so many options and fixtures available, it's hard to decide which option will meet your needs and requirements. The sales engineers of LED Lighting Supply are experts in UFO High Bay Lighting. Use our experience and tell us your needs, and we will provide you with the best LED UFO High Bay 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.

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LED UFO High Bays FAQ

What Are UFO LED Lights?

UFO LED lights are a type of high bay that gets its name from its shape. It resembles a UFO spacecraft. The design emerged about 10 years ago and has been one of the mainstay offerings in high bays ever since. They're round, robust, and impact-resistant. It makes them a perfect replacement for metal-halide high bays. UFO High Bays are the best replacement for Metal Halide High Bays, and can easily replace these high bays one-for-one.

How Many UFO High Bay Light Fixtures Do You Need?

That depends on the building size and your lighting requirements. The best starting place is to figure out your lighting levels needed and engineer a lighting plan. A lighting plan will model your indoor space with lighting software. A lighting plan will detail brightness and balance across the space. From the lighting plan, you will be able to find the number of UFO lights you need to light the space properly. A Product Specialist at LED Lighting Supply can engineer a free custom lighting plan ahead of purchase to meet the needs of your project.

What Benefits Should I Expect if I Convert to Using a UFO High Bay Light?

They're durable, high impact and waterproof fixtures ideal for many applications. They consume 50% to 70% less energy than the same HID fixture. They provide years of bright, high-quality, maintenance-free lighting without bulb and ballast changes. They produce significantly less heat than HID bulbs, reducing HVAC loads. LED Lights offer enhanced energy efficiency benefits when paired with commercial ceiling fans. We pride ourselves as a one-stop shop providing lighting, fan, and pole solutions. Our Product Specialists can engineer a lighting plan with the recommended ceiling fan product to meet the requirements of your space.

How Do I Select Which UFO High Bay Lights To Use?

Start with determining the number of foot-candles you need. Then, have us create a lighting plan for your space. You can find the right combination of fixture and lumen output. This will allow you to create the right amount of balanced lighting in your space. Other information we will need to know: Standard voltage (100-277V) or high voltage (277-480V), the type of mount you need: hook, pendant, or ceiling mount, and whether you need a motion sensor. You should also determine if you need dimming and decide what color temperature you want.

How Many LED UFO Lumens to Replace Metal Halide and HID High Bays?

• 250 Watts Metal Halide: 10,000 to 12,000 LED lumens
• 400 Watts Metal Halide: 15,000 to 24,000 LED lumens
• 1000 Watts Metal Halide: 40,000 to 60,000 LED lumens

The lumens required will depend on the mounting height and light level required.

How High Should You Hang UFO Lights?

Since these are high bays, they should be mounted in ceiling heights above 20 feet high. We do have some wattage adjustable lights that you can switch down to 100 Watts which will allow you to mount them at around 15 feet. We do have some powerful UFOs up to 600 Watts and 96000 lumens that are designed for ceilings as high as 60 feet tall.

What Types of Controls are Commonly Used on UFO High Bays?

The most common type of control is motion sensors. They will turn the UFO High Bay to full power when motion is detected, and dim the High Bay when the area is void of motion.

What are Wattage Adjustable and Color Adjustable UFO LED Lights?

These lights have onboard toggle switches that allow you to select the light output and the color temperature on the UFO light. This takes the guesswork and risk out of selecting the right power and color temperature.

Are there Emergency Backup UFO LED Lights?

Yes, but the emergency backup units are external. These units can provide up to 90 minutes of power when power is interrupted.