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Every Buy LEDs product is certified, guaranteeing the highest quality product available.
Here at Buy LEDs, we’re proud of the certifications our products have earned, guaranteeing that they are not only the highest quality possible, but will also noticeably make a difference in the world we live in. Ranging from energy saving, to sustainability and safety, here’s a rundown of what the above symbols actually mean, why you should care, and how they impact Buy LEds products. These symbols are more than just an accent mark to add to our products – they are proof of our continued commitment to innovation, excellence, and making the world a better and more sustainable place.
UL Mark (UL Listed & cUL Listed)
The Underwriters Laboratories’ UL symbol means the product, after a series of testing, meets UL’s nationally recognized Standards of Safety. UL is a non-profit organization dedicated to public safety and Bulb Daddy is proud almost all of our products meet their stringent testing and safety standards.
ETL Listed
Intertek’s ETL Listed symbol is proof the product has been independently tested and meets the applicable published standard. The ETL mark shows the product’s compliance to North American safety standards. Intertek is one of the world's largest Testing, Inspection and Certification companies and Bulb Daddy proudly displays the ETL mark on our products that meet their demanding testing standards.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
The FCC mark is a certification mark used on electronic products manufactured or sold in the United States which certifies that the electromagnetic interference from the device is under the limits approved by the Federal Communications Commission. All Bulb Daddy products carry the FCC mark.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliant
RoHS Compliant means the product is lead-free and restricts the use of six hazardous materials often found in electrical products (Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium, Polybrominated Biphenyls, and Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers). We’re excited to feature many products that are RoHS Compliant, helping build a more sustainable future.
ENERGY STAR
If you see the ENERGY STAR mark on the packaging of any product, you can have peace of mind that what you’re purchasing has been proven to save energy and help the environment. Energy Star is a trusted government-backed symbol and was created to reduce greenhouse emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy, all while ensuring product quality and energy savings at no compromise on quality.
Design Lights Consortium (DLC) Listed
The Design Lights Consortium promotes quality, performance and energy-efficient commercial sector lighting solutions through collaboration among its federal, regional, state, utility, and energy efficiency program members, luminaire manufacturers, lighting designers, and other industry stakeholders throughout the US and Canada. The DLC listing grants consumers access to rebates through their local energy supplier. Almost all Bulb Daddy products are DLC listed and approved.
LED Lighting Facts Program Partner
The LED Lighting Facts label further cements Bulb Daddy’s commitment to supporting improvement in the quality of LED products. The label was created to promote the accurate and consistent reporting of LED product performance claims and requires important information to be presented in an easy-to-read format, much like Nutrition Labels on food products. All ENERGY STAR marked products also carry the LED Lighting Facts label, clearly outlining the product’s specifications.
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Flood Lights
Four reasons why LEDs make flood lights better
LED lighting is replacing older technology in nearly every setting. Metal halides, halogens, fluorescent tubes – to some degree, LED fixtures are increasingly becoming the standard. LEDs are also a superior option for flood lighting, for a few reasons. They include:
- Excellent directionality – LEDs are, by virtue of their engineering, directional. In other words, they can be aimed with precision, so more of their output reaches the intended target. This is especially helpful in façade lighting applications, where the illumination must be directed downward to provide adequate visibility and safety.
- Superb lighting quality – Some LED lights come with impressive CRI ratings, comparable to halogen. As high CRI fixtures, LEDs represent colors well and improve visibility over extended distances. Also, with its directionality, LEDs get more of their lumens to where it’s most useful – at the ground level. This enhances overall brightness in exterior settings.
- Improved lifespan – LED lighting lasts much longer than older lighting technologies. The typical LED flood light will provide up to 50,000 hours of quality illumination, which far surpasses other flood lights. Compared to halogen flood lights, LED flood lights last 25 times longer.
- Almost zero radiant heat – While LED fixtures do generate some heat, most of this is handled by an onboard heat sink. There’s not much left over in the form of radiant heat, which makes for a safer flood light to operate.
A Few Features To Consider For Your Flood Lighting System
Flood lighting is versatile and effective on its own, but there are a few features that can take it to another level. For example:
- Dusk to dawn configuration – Flood lights are an effective option for security lighting applications, but they work better when tied to timers or photocells. Photocells, for example, detect the presence of ambient light and either switch the fixtures on or off, depending on the time of day. With dusk to dawn configuration, your flood lights will only operate when needed, saving on power and ensuring no lapses in nighttime lighting.
- Occupancy sensors – Occupancy sensors like motion detectors are another standard choice for security lighting applications. With motion detectors, your flood lights will automatically switch on when someone comes within range. This can also save energy and guarantee the lights are on when they’re most useful.
- IP rated – IP ratings are given to electronic products like lighting and describe how well the product is protected from dust and water. They consist of two numbers – the first related to dust intrusion and the second related to water intrusion. They range from zero to seven, and the higher the number, the better. If your flood lights are going to be exposed to the elements, choose fixtures with a higher IP rating to ensure long-term reliability.
- Aluminum housing – The housing is the light’s outside cover, responsible for protecting sensitive electronic components inside. Aluminum is the housing material of choice for flood lights, as it’s lightweight and highly resistant to corrosion. If you’re going to bring your flood lights outside for any reason, pick a housing made from aluminum.
Bulb Daddy Can Help Select The Right Flood Lights For Your Application
Flood lights vary greatly in their lumen output, beam angle and build, so there’s a light for every application. With so many models to choose from, it can be a challenge to match the right fixture to your needs. That’s where Bulb Daddy’s lighting experts can help. Our team has decades of experience in LED lighting, including sourcing and developing lighting solutions for our clients. If your application calls for a flood light, we can identify and source the optimal fixture.