Sparks Electrical News August 2017

LIGHTING

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CHOOSING THE PERFECT FLOODLIGHT OR SECURITY LIGHT WHEN deciding between a floodlight and a security light consider the following:

Large: Ahigher wattage floodlight (20 - 145Wfor LEDor 150 - 1500W for halogen) would likely be needed for large areas of illumination. High Intensity Discharge (HID) floodlights are also useful in spacious areas and are available in options ranging from 35 W to 400 W. Use in coastal areas When using floodlights at the coast, aluminium-coated fittings or low heat CFL floodlights are recommended to avoid rust, degradation and damage from the sea air. IP rating denotes a fitting’s resistance to mois- ture and foreign objects. The higher the rating, the higher the resistance. Traffic volume Low traffic residential areas should consider security lighting with PIR (Passive Infrared) motion sensors that turn on the lights automatically when people are nearby.

and open spaces on farms or reserves. They ensure the area is safe by lighting up when someone drives or walks past the sensor at night. Aesthetic: Floodlights are most often used for illuminating and bringing out the beauty of outdoor entertainment areas with garden features. The floodlights are usually only on for a few hours at night and, when equipped with a timer, will automatically turn on and off at set times. A range of colours is available. Warm white is a more familiar colour, whilst cool white provides a brighter light for a stark modern look. Green is commonly used by landscapers to bring out the beauty of a garden. Size of area Small: A lower wattage floodlight (10 - 20 W for LED or under 85 W for CFL) should provide adequate lumens in small areas of illumination.

Purpose of the light Security: Sensor security lighting is an ideal lighting solution for driveways, back gates and garages, lighting up when someone is in the vicinity. Standard settings typically ensure that only people will be detected and pets will not trigger the light unnecessarily. The effectiveness of this lighting option is the element of surprise – alerting property owners of an intruder on the property and warning potential intruders. Safety: Floodlights with a day/night sensor will be activated at night by the motion sensor to illuminate walkways when guests arrive or leave. The floodlights are also useful in construction sites, storage yards,

High traffic commercial properties such as restaurants and malls or residential homes can use all night flood lights. These lights will also assist security guards and residents to ensure the property is well lit and safe. Cost and energy efficiency It is important to choose energy efficient lighting if the light will be on all night. LED is currently the most energy efficient light source and also has the best life expectancy. A 20 W LED floodlight is 7.5 times more efficient than a 150 W linear halogen lamp and lasts 15 times longer. The only consider- ation is that the lamp’s upfront cost is higher than that of other light sources. A wide range of floodlights and security lights solutions is available at Eurolux. MAJOR TECH LAUNCHES HIGH POWER LED FLOODLIGHT SERIES MAJOR TECH has introduced its innovative, slimline HLF LED floodlight series. “LED floodlight solutions have become very popular in industrial and commercial holdings, and more so with safety and security playing a vital part in decision making,” says Rhodam Evans, Major Tech’s lighting specialist. Commercial and industrial floodlights are designed to provide bright, even lighting across widespread areas with ease. The HLF series, which is suitable for warehousing, agricultural holdings, parking lots and sports grounds, brings any exterior to life. The high quality, inexpensive, value-for-money high power floodlights have several benefits compared to halogen or standard incandescent options. Evans, explains that the HLF Series is available in 500 W (>34 000 lumen), 300 W (>23 000), 200 W (>14 000 lumen) and 100 W (>8000 lumen) versions and includes the new 170° rotation feature, which makes the floodlight easy to install and, since it is no longer restricted to a wall mounting, allows the light to be aimed in any direction. “The premium quality aluminium body which is corrosion resistant makes it easy to maintain and clean” says Rhodam. Features: • 170° Rotation • Slimline housing with modern design • Outstanding corrosion resistance • SMD LED • High-quality IP65 cable connection • 120° beam angle • 6000 K – 6500 K cool white The HLF LED floodlight series is; energy efficient, inexpensive and provides value for money owing to its low maintenance. It is also environmentally friendly, with a long life span of 30 000 to 50 000 hours and offers bright even light. Enquiries: www.eurolux.co.za

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SPARKS ELECTRICAL NEWS

AUGUST 2017