LED Outdoor Lights

What are LED Commercial Outdoor Lighting Fixtures?

Converting from HID to LED outdoor lighting transforms your facility's energy profile while improving light quality. After 15+ years in commercial lighting, we've refined our approach to eliminate guesswork from outdoor conversions. Our process starts with free lighting plans that model your exact location using satellite data. We position fixtures virtually, adjust wattage and beam patterns, then deliver a photometric analysis showing precise illumination levels across your property.

Whether your priority is enhanced security with motion sensors, automated operation with photocells, or maximizing energy savings, we customize each solution. Our drivers automatically adjust to your building's voltage - whether 120-277V or 277-480V - eliminating compatibility concerns.

Most customers see immediate improvements in light uniformity and brightness at night while cutting energy costs by 50-60 percent (subject to site conditions). When you need guidance on fixture selection or have installation questions, reach out through contact us or use our online chat for immediate assistance.

These energy savings align with findings from the U.S. Department of Energy's LED outdoor lighting research, which demonstrates that LED systems consistently deliver 50-70% energy reductions compared to traditional HID lighting while providing superior light quality and control capabilities.

Case Study: Outdoor Wall Pack Perimeter Security Lighting in Hartwell, GA

After: 12 / 18 / 24 / 30 Watt Adjustable Full Cutoff Architectural LED Wall Pack	After: 12 / 18 / 24 / 30 Watt Adjustable Full Cutoff Architectural LED Wall Pack

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Outdoor Wall Pack Security Lighting Installation Plan Metrics

• Mounting height: 9 ft
• Fixture Used: LLS-WD-AWPFC-12/18/24/30-CC-PC: 12 / 18 / 24 / 30 Watt Adjustable Full Cutoff Architectural LED Wall Pack | 1584 to 3960 Lumens | 3000K / 4000K / 5000K Adjustable | 100-277V | Built-In Photocell
• FC achieved: 1.11 average
• Uniformity (Avg/Min): N/A

Case Study: Addition of LED Security Lighting to a Data Center in Wildorado, TX

After: 150 Watt and 310 Watt LED Shoebox Lights | 23350 and 47430 Lumens

Lighting Plan We Created for the Customer

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Data Center Outdoor Lighting Installation Plan Metrics

• Mounting height: 18 ft (150 Watt) and 30 ft (310 Watt) ft
• Fixtures Used: LLS-X-SB4-150/120/100/80-CC-[V]: 80 / 100 / 120 / 150 Watt Adjustable LED Shoebox | 12240 to 22950 Lumens | 3000K / 4000K / 5000K | 100-277V or 277-480V
• Fixtures Used: LLS-X-SB4-310/280/260/240-CC-[V]: 240 / 260 / 280 / 310 Watt Adjustable LED Shoebox | 36720 to 47430 Lumens | 3000K / 4000K / 5000K | 100-277V or 277-480V
• FC achieved: 2.51 FC average

Case Study: Creekside Stables Outdoor Covered Arena using LED Lighting Supply 200 Watt LED UFO High Bay Lights in Franklin, TN

After: 200 Watt LED UFO High Bay | 30000 Lumens	After: 200 Watt LED UFO High Bay | 30000 Lumens

Lighting Plan We Created for the Customer

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Covered Riding Arena Lighting Installation Plan Metrics

• Mounting height: 40 ft
• Fixture Used: (12) MLLG-LED-HB4-200-[Color]-[Beam]: 200 Watt White LED UFO High Bay | 25000 lumens | Replaces 400 Watt Metal Halide
• FC achieved: 62.94 fc average
• Uniformity (Avg/Min): 1.63

What are the Benefits of Using LED Outdoor Lighting?

Outdoor LED conversions deliver measurable improvements across every performance metric that matters to facility managers:

• Energy Efficiency: Typical installations cut electricity consumption by 50% compared to metal halide or HPS systems. Adding smart controls with occupancy sensing boosts savings to 60% or more (subject to site conditions).
• Consistent Light Output: LEDs maintain stable illumination throughout their 50,000+ hour lifespan, unlike HID lamps that dim significantly over time.
• Maintenance Reduction: Metal halide lamps typically fail around 12,000 hours and lose major brightness by 7,500 hours. LED fixtures eliminate these costly replacement cycles and service interruptions.
• Instant Illumination: LEDs reach full brightness immediately with no 5-minute warm-up delays that leave areas dim during startup.
• Smart Control Compatibility: LED systems respond instantly to dimming signals, timers, and occupancy sensors, enabling automation impossible with HID lighting.
• Precise Dimming Capability: Smooth dimming from 100% down to 10% allows tailored light levels for different tasks and times of day while maximizing energy efficiency.
• Light Pollution Control: Full cutoff shields and engineered optics focus light exactly where needed, reducing glare, sky glow, and spill light onto adjacent properties.
• Adaptable Performance: Field-adjustable wattage, selectable 3000K-5000K color temperatures, and interchangeable optics allow one fixture to serve multiple applications.

The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) recommended practices for outdoor lighting emphasize these LED advantages, particularly the ability to achieve precise light distribution while minimizing environmental impacts through better optical control and reduced light trespass.

What are the Common Applications for LED Outdoor Lights?

• Security Perimeter Lighting: Wall packs with motion sensors, flood lights with adjustable beam angles, and pole-mounted fixtures provide full perimeter coverage that deters intrusion while automated controls keep operational costs low.
• Architectural Accent Lighting: Narrow-beam floods and linear LEDs highlight building facades with precise color rendering, dimming control, and low spill light for clean, professional architectural accents.
• Roadway & Street Illumination: Type II and Type III optics deliver uniform roadway illumination for both vehicle and pedestrian safety while meeting municipal and dark-sky compliance requirements.
• Athletic Field Lighting: High-output LED sports field lights producing 100,000+ lumens illuminate sports fields with the uniformity and brightness required for safe, competitive play.
• Parking Area Lighting: Shoebox fixtures with Type V distribution replace HID systems one-for-one, offering instant-on reliability, superior coverage, and decades of maintenance-free performance.
• Commercial Signage Lighting: Adjustable floods with 10-25 degree narrow beams maximize sign visibility while minimizing wasted light and reducing long-term energy consumption.
• Public Space Lighting: Post-top fixtures and architectural wall packs provide attractive illumination for parks, plazas, walkways, and transit areas, enhancing public safety and aesthetics.
• Residential Applications: Patio and pathway lights improve nighttime visibility around stairs, walkways, and landscaping features, boosting safety and enhancing outdoor living spaces.

Outdoor Lights for Sports Applications

• Pickleball and Padelball Courts: We offer a full line of outdoor LED pickleball court lights with type 3 optics
• Tennis Courts: Our LED tennis court lights can either be mounted court-side or in the corners
• Baseball and Softball: Our LED baseball field lights and LED softball field lights provide bright, balanced light.
• Football and Soccer: Our LED football field lights and LED soccer field lights are designed to light up large fields with bright, balanced lighting
• Horse Arena Lighting: Our selection of LED Horse Arena lights can provide bright, balanced lighting for covered and uncovered horse arenas.

How Do I Choose the Correct LED Lighting Supply for Outdoor Lights?

Selecting optimal fixtures requires balancing several critical factors that directly impact performance and long-term satisfaction:

• Target illumination levels: We typically recommend 2-5 footcandles for parking areas, 1-3 footcandles for walkways, and 50-100 footcandles for sports applications (when properly specified), though specific requirements vary by use case and local codes. These illumination recommendations follow guidance from the IES RP-20 Lighting for Parking Facilities standard, which establishes minimum light levels based on safety requirements and usage patterns for different outdoor applications.
• Mounting height considerations: Fixtures range from 12-foot wall packs to being mounted on 40-foot light poles. Higher mounting requires wider beam spreads and increased lumen output to maintain ground-level illumination.
• Installation compatibility: Choose between slip fitter mounts for existing poles, trunnion mounts for adjustable aiming, yoke mounts for precise positioning, or integrated LED pole packages for new construction.
• Electrical requirements: Our universal drivers accommodate both 120-277V and 277-480V inputs automatically, eliminating the need for voltage-specific fixtures in most installations.
• Control integration needs: Built-in photocells enable dusk-to-dawn operation, while motion sensors provide security activation and additional energy savings through occupancy-based dimming.
• Performance tier selection: Commercial-grade fixtures suit standard applications, while waterproof industrial-rated models withstand harsh environments with enhanced IP65 sealing and IK08 impact resistance.
• Investment priorities: Our Good-Better-Best framework helps balance upfront costs against long-term performance, with premium tiers offering extended warranties and advanced features.
• Project timeline requirements: Many popular configurations ship same-day from our warehouse, while custom specifications may require additional lead time for optimal results when you order.
• Color temperature preferences: 4000K provides balanced white light suitable for most applications, while 5000K delivers a crisp daylight appearance preferred for security and detail work.
• Optical distribution patterns: Type III works well for roadways and rectangular areas, Type V provides circular coverage ideal for parking lots, while adjustable floods offer 15-60 degree beam control for specialized applications.
• Finish options: We offer a variety of finishes, including bronze and black, to complement your building's architecture with stylish aesthetics.

Free LED Outdoor Lighting Plans

Professional lighting design removes uncertainty from outdoor conversions by providing detailed photometric analysis before you purchase. Our complimentary lighting plans use your facility's actual dimensions and existing pole locations to model precise illumination patterns. We calculate footcandle levels across outdoor areas, identify any dark spots or hot spots, and then recommend specific fixtures and positioning to achieve uniform coverage.

The modeling process accounts for mounting heights, surrounding structures, and your specific light level requirements. We can simulate different scenarios, comparing wattage options, testing various beam angles, or showing the impact of adding motion sensors. This approach has prevented countless installation problems over the years by revealing potential issues during the design phase rather than after fixtures are installed.

Safety and Performance Certifications

All our fixtures carry essential certifications, including DLC Premium for energy efficiency and rebate eligibility, UL Listed for electrical safety, and ETL Listed for product safety compliance. These certifications ensure safety, performance, and energy efficiency while qualifying your project for utility rebates and tax incentives. DLC Premium certification guarantees the highest efficiency standards and maximum rebate eligibility.

Warranty and Support

All our lights come with at least a 5-year warranty, and all warranty support is based in the USA. Our experienced support team understands the importance of keeping your lighting operational and will work quickly to resolve any warranty issues.

Expert Support Throughout Your LED Conversion

Our lighting specialists bring decades of combined experience in outdoor commercial applications to every consultation. They understand the unique challenges of sports facilities, parking lots, manufacturing plants, and retail centers. When you need to verify compatibility with existing electrical systems, compare performance specifications between fixtures, or determine optimal control strategies for your specific use case, our team provides direct access to engineers who design these systems daily.

We complement our free lighting plans with detailed energy savings calculations that project your exact cost reductions and payback timelines. This comprehensive approach ensures you make informed decisions backed by technical expertise rather than relying on generic product specifications.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

• Mounting fixtures on poles without verifying the weight and wind load ratings. Old HID fixtures were heavy, but some LED arrays are much lighter with higher wind resistance, while others have different load characteristics entirely.
• Installing photocells facing the wrong direction or too close to the light source. Point them north when possible and keep them away from reflective surfaces that cause false readings.
• Using the wrong beam angle for your mounting height and spacing. Type V distribution doesn't work for everything, and narrow floods mounted too low create hot spots with dark rings around them.
• Skipping the voltage check at each pole before ordering fixtures. You might have 480V at the panel but only see 440V at the far end of a long run, which affects driver performance.
• Mixing different manufacturers across a single area without checking color consistency. Even fixtures rated at the same color temperature can look noticeably different side by side.
• Installing motion sensors without considering detection patterns and local interference sources. That sensor picking up traffic from the street will drive your maintenance guys crazy with false alarms.
• Failing to account for seasonal changes in tree coverage when planning fixture placement. What works great in winter might be completely blocked by foliage in summer.

LED Outdoor Lights Frequently Asked Questions

What are commercial and industrial LED outdoor lighting fixtures?

LED outdoor lighting fixtures replace HID systems with 50,000+ hour lifespans, instant illumination, and compatibility with motion sensors, photocells, and dimming controls. Universal drivers accommodate 120-277V or 277-480V automatically.

What are the benefits of using LED outdoor lighting?

LED outdoor lighting cuts electricity consumption by 50% compared to metal halide or HPS systems, with smart controls boosting savings to 60% or more (subject to site conditions). LEDs provide instant illumination with no 5-minute warm-up delays and maintain stable output throughout their 50,000+ hour lifespan.

What are the common applications for LED outdoor lights?

Applications include parking areas with Type V distribution, roadways using Type II or Type III optics, security perimeters with motion sensors and adjustable beam angles, and athletic fields requiring 100,000+ lumens with 50-100 footcandles illumination.

How do I choose the correct LED outdoor lighting?

Match target illumination levels to your application - 2-5 footcandles for parking areas, 1-3 footcandles for walkways, 50-100 footcandles for sports. Select mounting type (slip fitter, trunnion, yoke) based on existing infrastructure and verify weight and wind load ratings.

What light distribution patterns are available?

Type V provides circular coverage for parking lots, Type II and Type III deliver uniform roadway illumination, and adjustable floods offer 10-60 degree beam control. Confirm beam pattern matches your pole spacing.

What certifications do these fixtures carry?

Fixtures carry DLC Premium, UL Listed, and ETL Listed approvals. Protection ratings include IP65 sealing and IK08 impact resistance for harsh environments.

What control options are available?

Built-in photocells enable dusk-to-dawn operation, motion sensors provide security activation, and 1-10V dimming allows adjustment from 100% down to 10%. Selectable color temperatures range from 3000K-5000K.

What warranty coverage is provided?

All fixtures include at least a 5-year warranty with USA-based support.

When should I use LED outdoor lights?

Use LED outdoor lights when replacing HID systems that require frequent maintenance and have 5-minute warm-up delays, when adding motion sensors, photocells, or dimming for energy savings, or when managing light pollution with full cutoff shields and precise optical control.

When should I not use LED outdoor lights?

Do not use LED outdoor lights when extreme temperature environments exceed manufacturer specifications, when specialized applications require specific certifications not available in LED options, or when electrical infrastructure cannot support LED driver requirements or control integration. Verify operating range on the datasheet.