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Softball Field Lighting Layout | Softball Field Lighting Design

Q: What Goes into a Successful Lighting Layout for Softball Fields?

Diamonds and other sports facilities are using softball field fixtures and LED sports lighting systems instead of previously traditionally used softball ballparks with metal halide or halogen floodlights to light up the playing field. A successful softball lighting layout starts with understanding the needs and usage of the playing field. Determining the proper lighting levels for both infield and outfield locations. The lighting layout takes into consideration the existing light poles or suggests locations for fields without existing poles. Lastly, as the calculations are performed, it’s important to pay attention to light levels and light balance across the entire space.

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What Goes into a Successful Lighting Layout for Softball Fields?

Diamonds and other sports facilities are using softball field fixtures and LED sports lighting systems instead of previously traditionally used softball ballparks with metal halide or halogen floodlights to light up the playing field.

A successful softball lighting layout starts with understanding the needs and usage of the playing field. Determining the proper lighting levels for both infield and outfield locations.

The lighting layout takes into consideration the existing light poles or suggests locations for fields without existing poles. Lastly, as the calculations are performed, it’s important to pay attention to light levels and light balance across the entire space.

How Does a Lighting Layout Differ for Softball Stadiums and Softball Fields?

It doesn’t, the end goal is essentially the same. LED Lights are either attached to poles or stadium structure locations. They’re aimed onto the field area to get the light levels required. Understanding the physical location of light installations is important. Just as the mounting heights, but otherwise, there is no difference.

What are the Softball Field Lighting Standards for a Softball Field?

There are different levels of lighting for each level of play. Professional levels require much higher levels than little league play.

Recreational Play: 10-20 fc outfield, 20-30 fc infield
Little League Play: 20-30 fc outfield, 40-50 fc infield
High School Play: 20-30 fc outfield, 40-50 fc infield
Collegiate Play: 40-50 fc outfield, 60-70 fc infield
Collegiate Play (Televised): 70 fc outfield, 100 fc infield

What is the Ideal Poles Height to Use when Doing a Lighting Layout for Softball Fields?

There is an advantage that high poles have over low poles. It’s easier to create a balanced light over the space of the field. We would like to see poles 30 feet or higher when we perform a lighting plan on any outdoor sports field.

How Many LED Lighting Fixtures Do You Need to Light a Softball Field?

That also depends on the level of play for your softball lighting project. LED Fixtures are variable in terms of power output and lumens produced, so the actual amount of led light fixtures you need depends a lot of your needs. A lighting plan will easily sort this out.

How Many Lumens Do You Need to Light a Softball Field?

The range is quite large and depends on the level of play. On the low end, 10 lumens per square foot is a starting level. On the high end, infield lighting of 100 lumens per square foot is a very bright target.

What is the Difference Between a Lighting Design Calculator and a Lighting Plan?

Use a calculator if:

You are looking for a free, online tool to quickly calculate the number of fixtures you need
You want quick, simple, and immediate results
You are looking for a count of light fixtures needed based on a specific budget
You need a rough estimate on quantity and layout/configuration does not matter
There is no need to include specific light balance and shadows in your documentation

Use a lighting plan layout if:

You would like a professional lighting plan engineer to review your requirements
You need a calculated lighting plan that shows foot candle readings
You need to see how balanced the light levels are, and you care about reducing shadows
You want to show aiming angles, and light positions in scale within your indoor or outdoor area
You need professional assurance that the lights you buy will be the right choice