What are Commercial LED Flood Lights?

LED Lighting Supply Commercial LED Flood Lights are a versatile and energy-efficient fixture that is used to provide illumination and security lighting in outdoor spaces. They can be used in locations such as parking lots and roadways. They are typically mounted on poles, walls, and roofs. LED Sports Flood Lights can be used for sports courts and tennis courts.

You'll find them lighting up baseball fields, softball fields, and basketball courts. They can be configured with different beam angles from 15 to 120 degrees.

This offers a range of lighting options to meet various needs and requirements. They work particularly well as security lights in large open fields or spaces.

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LED Lighting Supply Commercial and Industrial Grade LED Flood Lights

Many flood lights are not commercial or industrial grade. Flood lights are a broad category of many products. They include lower-wattage consumer products designed to add lights around the home. That is not what we sell. We are a commercial floodlight supplier.

Some of our Industrial LED Flood Lights have marine-grade coatings to withstand saltwater environments. We also offer high-powered industrial high-power LED flood lights that you can configure to replace sports field lighting. Our experience shows that customers often need guidance in distinguishing between residential-grade and true commercial fixtures that can withstand demanding outdoor conditions.

What are the Benefits of LED Lighting Supply Commercial Outdoor Flood Lights?

• Powerful Lights: Our fixtures deliver focused illumination exactly where you need it. Multiple optic packages are available from 10 to 120 degrees to match your specific application requirements.
• Reduced maintenance: Our commercial-grade fixtures operate for 10+ years with minimal upkeep. This translates to 75% maintenance cost reduction compared to traditional metal halide systems that require frequent bulb and ballast replacements.
• Light output: These fixtures produce superior light quality with consistent color temperature and no flicker. Our high-efficacy LEDs deliver more usable light per watt than traditional HID sources.
• Energy Efficiency: LED technology cuts energy consumption significantly compared to metal halide and halogen systems. Expect 60-70% energy savings with faster payback periods on utility bills.
• Wet location rated: All outdoor fixtures meet IP65 or higher weatherproof standards. This ensures reliable operation through rain, snow, and extreme temperature fluctuations.
• Instant On and Instant Off: LEDs reach full brightness immediately without warm-up delays. This feature works perfectly with motion sensors and photocells for security applications.
• Works well with controls: Our fixtures integrate seamlessly with automated lighting systems. Photocells and motion sensors connect easily for energy-saving operation and enhanced security functionality.

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What is the Best Beam Pattern for Commercial LED Flood Lighting?

LED Lighting Supply flood lights are very versatile, and a wide range of beam angles is available, providing many light patterns other than just "flood" beam patterns. Beam patterns from wide to very narrow are available. This means beam angles from as large as 120 degrees to as little as 10 degrees.

Flood lights are different from parking lot lights in that the latter offer Type 1 to Type 5 light distributions. These light distributions are not optimal for flood lighting.

Based on our experience, 60-degree beam angles are the most popular choice for outdoor flood applications, while wider angles work better for general area lighting.

What are the NEMA Beam Spread Classifications for Commercial LED Flood Lights?

• Very Narrow: NEMA Type 1, Beam Spread 10°-18°
• Narrow: NEMA Type 2, Beam Spread 18°-29°
• Medium Narrow: NEMA Type 3, Beam Spread 29°-46°
• Medium: NEMA Type 4, Beam Spread 46°-70°
• Medium Wide: NEMA Type 5, Beam Spread 70°-100°
• Wide: NEMA Type 6, Beam Spread 100°-130°
• Very Wide: NEMA Type 7, Beam Spread 130° and above

Horse Arena Lit with our 200 Watt LED Area Flood Light | 28000 Lumens.

What are the Best Applications for LED Flood Lights?

LED floodlights can be a great option for security illumination or lighting up large spaces when pole mounting is required.

From our experience working with thousands of commercial projects, we've seen excellent results in applications requiring both security and visibility.

Other applications include:

• Large parking lots work well with 60-90 degree beam angles to minimize the number of fixtures required. Wall-mount or pole-mount options ensure flexible installation on existing infrastructure.
• Billboard lighting performs best with 15-30 degree narrow beams for precise illumination without light spill. Our fixtures mount easily to existing billboard structures.
• Construction sites benefit from wide-angle fixtures that provide security lighting up to 150 feet from a single pole. Temporary mounting brackets work with portable light towers.
• Airport perimeter lighting requires IP65-rated fixtures that handle harsh weather conditions. Our fixtures integrate with existing airfield electrical systems from 100V to 480V.
• Overhead cranes need compact fixtures with vibration-resistant mounting and instant-on capability. These work particularly well in steel mills and manufacturing facilities.
• Security and perimeter lighting uses motion sensor compatibility for energy savings. Photocell integration provides automatic dusk-to-dawn operation without manual controls.
• Tennis courts require uniform lighting with minimal glare using medium beam angles. Our fixtures mount to standard tennis court poles and provide 50+ foot-candles on the playing surface.
• Pickleball courts need precise beam control to prevent light spillover onto adjacent courts. 30-40 degree optics work best for standard court dimensions.
• Basketball courts benefit from higher mounting heights with narrow beam angles to reduce shadows. Our fixtures handle the physical impact common in recreational facilities.
• Softball and baseball fields use multiple fixtures with varying beam angles for optimal field coverage. Our sports lighting packages include infield and outfield configurations.
• Football fields require high-wattage fixtures with precise beam control for broadcast-quality lighting. 600-1000 watt options replace traditional metal halide systems effectively.
• Soccer fields work well with perimeter mounting using wide flood beams for even coverage. Our fixtures handle the large area requirements while minimizing fixture count and installation costs.
• Horse arenas and riding facilities need flicker-free lighting that won't spook animals. 200-400 watt fixtures provide excellent coverage for indoor and outdoor arenas.

Outdoor Rodeo Arena converted from Metal Halide to our 200 Watt LED Area Flood Light | 28000 Lumens.

How Many LED Lumens Do You Need to Replace Metal Halide and Halogen Flood Lights?

It depends on the power of your existing flood lights. We can easily match and replace the lumen output of almost every standard halogen and metal halide bulb with a one-for-one LED equivalent light. The lumen output, although less with LED, will result in the same or better lighting because LED is a directional, high-quality light source. Based on our extensive replacement experience, here are some LED replacement guidelines to follow:

• 250-Watt HID / Metal Halide: 9,000 - 12,000 lumens
• 400-Watt HID / Metal Halide: 15,000 - 25,000 lumens
• 1000-Watt HID / Metal Halide: 35,000 - 50,000 lumens
• 1500-Watt + HID / Metal Halide: 50,000 - 90,000 lumens

Commercial LED Flood Light Specifications and Common Choices

Based on thousands of commercial installations, we've identified the most popular specifications that work best for different applications.

Color Temperatures are typically 4000K and 5000K. The most popular color temperature is 5000K, which is an excellent choice for metal halide replacement. 4000K is a slightly warmer version. If customers can't decide on color temperature, we recommend color-adjustable fixtures.

Beam angles can range from 15 degrees to 120 degrees. 60 degrees works well in lower mounting height applications. We know that as the height goes up, the beam angle decreases.

We offer voltage options from 100V to 480V. Let us know your voltage, and we will make sure you are equipped with the right driver for your application.

We help customers determine if they need motion sensors for indoor applications and photocells for outdoor installations. We carry all common mounting options for both indoor and outdoor fixtures and can match existing mounting systems.

An important advantage of LED conversion is that LED lights will reduce the amp load on existing electrical infrastructure. This means there's typically no need to upgrade electrical panels during conversion projects.

We converted these portal tower lights over from Metal Halide to 200 Watt LED Area Flood Light | 28000 Lumens

Energy Savings and Maintenance Cost Reduction

Our commercial LED flood lights deliver substantial operational savings through both energy efficiency and reduced maintenance requirements. Customers typically see 60-70% energy savings compared to traditional HID and metal halide systems. The directional nature of LED light means more lumens reach the target area with less waste.

Maintenance cost reductions are equally impressive, with customers experiencing 75% lower maintenance costs over the fixture lifetime. Our commercial flood lights are designed for 10+ years of reliable operation with minimal maintenance requirements. This eliminates the frequent bulb replacements and ballast failures common with traditional lighting systems.

200W LED vs 400W Metal Halide Replacement (with ballast)

Based on 12 hours/day, 365 days/year at $0.13/kWh

Metal Halide (460W)

Annual: $261.92 | 5-Year Cost: $1309.62 | 5-Year Savings: –

LED UFO Fixture (200W)

Annual: $113.88 | 5-Year Cost: $569.40 | 5-Year Savings: $14804.40

Single Fixture Annual Savings: $148.04 | 20 Fixture Annual Savings: $2961 | ROI Timeline: Under 24 months

Energy Reduction: 57% | 5-Year ROI: 4918% | Lamp Life: 50,000+ (LED) vs 15,000 (MH)

400W LED vs 1000W Metal Halide Replacement (with ballast)

Based on 12 hours/day, 365 days/year at $0.13/kWh

Metal Halide (1150W)

Annual: $654.81 | 5-Year Cost: $3274.05 | 5-Year Savings: –

LED UFO Fixture (400W)

Annual: $227.76 | 5-Year Cost: $1138.80 | 5-Year Savings: $42705.00

Single Fixture Annual Savings: $427.05 | 20 Fixture Annual Savings: $8541 | ROI Timeline: Under 16 months

Energy Reduction: 65% | 5-Year ROI: 7472% | Lamp Life: 50,000+ (LED) vs 15,000 (MH)

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Certifications and Quality Standards

All LED Lighting Supply commercial flood lights meet rigorous safety and performance standards. Our fixtures carry UL Listed or ETL Listed certifications for electrical safety. For utility rebate eligibility, many of our fixtures are DLC Premium Listed, ensuring they meet the highest efficiency standards.

We also offer specialized certifications, including IP65+ wet location-rated fixtures for outdoor applications, and IK08 impact-rated fixtures for high-abuse environments.

All our commercial and industrial fixtures include 5-year warranties. All warranty support is handled here in the USA at our offices.

Need Help? Talk to an LED Flood 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 LED Flood Lighting. Use our experience and tell us what you need, and we will provide you with the best LED flood 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.

LED Flood Lights FAQ

What are LED Flood Lights?

LED flood lights are high-performance fixtures designed for pole, wall, or building-mounted applications that deliver wide-beam illumination to large outdoor areas. These commercial-grade units typically range from 50 to 1000+ watts and feature configurable optics from narrow 10-degree spots to wide 120-degree floods. Most units include auto-adjusting drivers and can integrate motion sensors or photocells for enhanced security and energy management.

Are all LED Flood Lights Commercial Grade or Industrial Grade?

No, but our fixtures are exclusively commercial and industrial grade with full UL and ETL listings. We don't carry residential-grade products. Our units feature marine-grade coatings for saltwater environments and high-wattage configurations suitable for sports field applications. All fixtures include impact-resistant housings and IP65+ weatherproof ratings.

What's the Difference Between an LED Flood Light and a Spot Light?

The difference lies in beam spread and optics design. Flood lights use Type 3, 4, or 5 optics for wide-area coverage, typically 60-120 degrees. Spotlights feature narrow 10-25 degree beams for long-throw applications. Many of our fixtures offer interchangeable optics, allowing one unit to function as either flood or spot depending on your mounting requirements.

What's the Difference Between Commercial LED Flood Lights and Stadium Lights?

Stadium lights are specialized flood lights engineered for high-mounting applications with extremely narrow optics like 10, 15, or 25-degree beams. They're designed for 60-120 foot pole heights with precise light control. Standard flood lights offer wider beam options and work best at 20-40 foot mounting heights for parking lots and building perimeters.

What is the Life Expectancy of LED Flood Lights?

Our commercial LED flood lights are rated for 100,000+ operating hours, translating to 12-15 years of reliable service at 12 hours daily operation. Whether you choose 150-watt, 400-watt, or higher-wattage units, the auto-adjusting drivers and premium LED arrays maintain consistent output throughout their lifespan. This eliminates the frequent relamping costs associated with metal halide systems.

Can you Replace 400-watt and 1000-watt Metal Halide Flood Lights with LED?

Yes, we provide direct one-for-one replacements for 50W to 2000W metal halide fixtures using existing wiring and mounting infrastructure. Expect 60-70% energy savings while maintaining equivalent or superior light levels. Our units feature the same mounting patterns and electrical connections for seamless retrofits.

What are the Most Common Mounting Options with Commercial LED Flood Lights?

Standard mounting options include knuckle mount for adjustable positioning, yoke mount for heavy-duty applications, slip fitter mount for pole-top installation, and trunnion mount for building walls. We also offer 1/2" NPT threaded mounts and arm mounts. Most fixtures include multiple mounting accessories in the package.

What are the Best Outdoor LED Flood Lights?

The optimal flood light depends on your specific mounting height, coverage area, and application requirements. A professional photometric lighting layout determines the correct wattage, optics, and placement for your project. Factors include existing infrastructure, light level requirements, and whether you need DLC Premium certification for utility rebates.

What are the Best Color Temperatures for LED Flood Lights?

By far the most popular are:

• 5000K Color Temperature - Bright White
• 4000K Color Temperature - Warm White
• 3000K Color Temperature - Very Warm Lighting

5000K provides the closest match to metal halide replacement with excellent color rendering. 4000K offers balanced lighting for mixed commercial applications. 3000K works best for high-pressure sodium retrofits or areas requiring warmer ambiance.

How Can You Reduce Glare on LED Flood Lights?

Install side shields or glare guards to block direct view of the LED array from adjacent properties or walkways. Proper fixture selection with full cutoff optics and appropriate mounting angles also minimizes glare. Many of our fixtures include optional shield accessories designed specifically for glare control.