When we buy outdoor solar lights, we always see that merchants indicate that their products have high lumens, and some products even have lumens as high as 10,000 or even tens of thousands. Is this lumen information really true and reliable? Do users really need such high lumen lamps? In fact, many users do not understand the meaning of lumens, nor do they know how many lumens they need, so it is difficult to choose the right product when purchasing lamps. Don't worry, after reading this blog, you can not only easily understand what lumens are, but also help yourself buy the most suitable outdoor solar lights for yourself.
What is lumen? Is the larger the lumen, the better? How many lumens of outdoor lighting should I choose? Let's answer these questions one by one.
What exactly is lumen?
First of all, lumen (Lumen, symbol: lm) is a unit of luminous flux, which indicates the total amount of visible light emitted by a light source. It can be used to measure the brightness of light and is a standard unit of light source brightness.
How to calculate lumen? Lumen = light intensity (Lux) × irradiation area (square meters). Note: Light intensity can be measured by a photometer. After measuring the light intensity and multiplying it by the area to be illuminated, the corresponding number of lumens required can be obtained.
Is the larger the lumen, the better?
The size of the lumen value is not the larger the better, but it should be determined according to the specific application scenario and needs. Above we know that lumen can be obtained by light intensity Lux and irradiation area. According to this formula, we can clearly know that when the light intensity or irradiation area remains a certain variable, the larger the other variable, the larger the lumen value. So when we buy lamps, it is not that the larger the lumen value, the better, but we should choose the appropriate lumen according to the light intensity and irradiation area we need. Otherwise, we may face the situation that the lamp is too bright and dazzling, or too dark and not enough lighting.
How many lumens of outdoor solar lights should I choose?
Before choosing a suitable lamp, we should figure out what the application scenario of the lamp is. Here is a simple data information for your reference:
- 1. Home area: 100-300 Lux
- 2. Industry and warehouse: 500-1000 Lux
- 3. Outdoor lighting: 20-50 Lux
These values are just rough references, and specific needs may vary depending on the environment, activity type and personal preference.
Choosing the right light intensity can improve the comfort and functionality of the space. The specific lumen required can be calculated by multiplying the Lux value referenced above by the size of the area to be illuminated. For example, if you need outdoor garden lighting and the area to be illuminated is 20m², then the required lumen is 20-50Lux multiplied by 20m²=400-1000Lm. Note: The above is only a theoretical inference. The specific lumen value should also consider the actual application scenario, brightness requirements, and the hanging height and beam angle of the lamp body.
Based on real data, we have summarized the lumen values that users need when purchasing outdoor solar lights. You can refer to the following:
- 1. Street lighting: 10 - 20 Lux
Lumen requirements: Usually the lumen value of each street light is between 300 - 1500 lumens, depending on the width of the road and traffic density.
- 2. Garage lighting intensity: 20 - 50 Lux
Lumen requirements: Each lamp requires about 800 - 2000 lumens, depending on the size and layout of the parking lot.
- 3. Courtyard and garden lighting intensity: 5 - 20 Lux
Lumen requirements: The lumen value of each lamp is about 300 - 1000 lumens, depending on the design of the path and area.
- 4. Sports field lighting intensity: 100 - 500 Lux (depending on the type of sport)
Lumen requirements: Each lamp may require 1000 - 10000 lumens, depending on the size of the venue and the requirements of the sport.
- 5. Trail and path lighting intensity: 10 - 30 Lux
Lumen requirements: Generally, each lamp requires 300 - 800 lumens to ensure safety and visibility.
(The requirements of different scenes are different and should be adjusted according to the specific situation)
Through this data, it can be found that the lamps usually used for home outdoor lighting can generally meet the lighting needs within 2000Lm. If the lumen is too high, the lamp may be dazzling when it is turned on at night, which will not be conducive to creating a good lighting atmosphere or affecting the rest of your family or neighbors, etc.
Intelamp outdoor solar lights meet your needs
Intelamp outdoor solar lights have a deep understanding of users' outdoor lighting needs. After long-term research and development and testing, the designed lamp body lumen value is very suitable for outdoor lighting, allowing you to meet lighting needs while creating an excellent lighting atmosphere effect.
Intelamp's outdoor solar lights are clearly classified, and you can choose according to different needs to better meet your lighting needs.
- Outdoor courtyard lighting: Intelamp outdoor floodlights provide 1000-2000Lm, which is very suitable for installation at doorways, courtyards and backyards. The appropriate brightness ensures safety while creating a comfortable atmosphere for night activities. You can gather, play, read, etc. comfortably under the light. Floodlights, especially 12A, 12B, and 12C, are one of our most popular products. You are welcome to click to view.
- Outdoor street lighting: Intelamp outdoor solar street lights provide 3000Lm. One lamp can illuminate a distance of 20 meters, which is bright and far. Under its illumination, your night activities and travel are extremely safe. 13P10, 16A are our hot-selling street light products.
- Outdoor pendant lighting: Intelamp outdoor solar pendant lights can provide 300-500Lm. They are bright enough, stylish in appearance, and provide a variety of light colors. They are very suitable for installation in porches or courtyards. They can create a good lighting atmosphere for you to enjoy reading and gathering time. 1F and 5C are our hot-selling products, welcome to click to view!
Do you now have a clear and clear understanding of the purchase of outdoor solar lights? We sincerely hope that you can choose the most suitable outdoor solar lights, and you are also welcome to purchase Intelamp products.
