LED Outdoor Lights
The days of frequently replacing burnt-out light bulbs on your outdoor wall lights are over. Now, both indoor and outdoor areas can be illuminated with efficient LED lighting.
LED outdoor lights offer:
- High energy savings: Save up to 90% compared to traditional bulbs of the same brightness
- Longer lifespan: Up to 50,000 hours of maintenance-free service
- Immediate, 100% brightness: Essential for motion detectors and burglary protection
- High switching resilience: Suitable for regular on-and-off usage, such as in passageways
Which protection class do my LED outdoor lights require?
LED outdoor lights are built to withstand various challenges. They must endure pests like mosquitoes and snails, as well as harsh weather conditions such as rain or snow.
Moisture is a common concern for many outdoor lights, and the protection level depends on the installation location. For instance, a roofed outdoor wall light may only occasionally face water exposure, while a pond light is constantly submerged.
LED outdoor lights are rated with IP (Ingress Protection) codes that specify their level of protection. For example, IP44 is standard for general outdoor lights, offering protection against particles larger than 1mm and splashing water. A pond light requires an IP68 rating, ensuring it’s dustproof and safe for continuous submersion. Recessed floor lights typically feature an IP67 rating, protecting them against temporary submersion in heavy rain.
Here’s a breakdown of the IP ratings:
Solid particle protection:
- 0: No protection
- 1: Protection against objects ≥ 50mm
- 2: Protection against objects ≥ 12.5mm
- 3: Protection against objects ≥ 2.5mm
- 4: Protection against objects ≥ 1mm
- 5: Dust protected
- 6: Dust tight
Liquid ingress protection:
- 0: No protection
- 1: Protection against dripping water
- 2: Protection against dripping water when tilted at 15°
- 3: Protection against spraying water
- 4: Protection against splashing water
- 5: Protection against water jets
- 6: Protection against powerful water jets
- 7: Protection against temporary immersion
- 8: Protection against continuous immersion
If you need help selecting the correct IP code for a specific application, feel free to contact us for expert advice.
How many watts does my LED outdoor light require?
The brightness of LED outdoor lights is now measured by lumen values instead of watts. This reflects the light output more accurately, since the luminous efficacy of LEDs varies. You can find the lumen value in the product details of each light.
For practical outdoor lights like wall lights, path lights, or ceiling lights, a brightness of 500-1,000 lumens is ideal, which typically requires around 7-15 watts. For comparison, an incandescent bulb would consume 40-75 watts to produce the same brightness. This demonstrates the energy savings possible with LED technology.
For decorative outdoor lights, the primary focus is on ambiance rather than brightness. These lights typically emit 10-20 lumens, using only about 1 watt of energy. Many LED decorative lights for outdoor use are solar-powered, offering virtually no electricity costs.
What types of LED outdoor lights are there?
LED outdoor lights come in a wide variety of shapes, designs, and colors, ensuring you can find the perfect match for your outdoor space. If you’re still using traditional outdoor lights, you can easily replace the bulbs with LED ones.
LED outdoor wall lights often feature robust materials like stainless steel, which are ideal for exterior use. Many also include sensor technology for enhanced functionality.
LED path lights benefit from modern LED technology, enabling slim, space-efficient designs. You can combine these modern designs with classic styles for a stunning effect.
LED floodlights are great for illuminating driveways and other areas, providing broad light with much lower energy consumption than traditional floodlights.
LED recessed lights are perfect for driveway entries or building façades, offering long-lasting light without the hassle of replacing bulbs.
Outdoor ceiling lights with LED technology are perfect for covered terraces. They provide reliable, long-lasting light without the need for frequent bulb changes.
In addition to functional lights, many decorative LED lights for outdoor spaces don’t require a power connection. These lights can be powered by solar energy or batteries, making them extremely energy-efficient. Options like string lights and flexible rope lights are popular, with many featuring RGB color-changing functions that can be controlled via a remote or the light itself.
Have questions about LED outdoor lights, or the required IP codes, brand manufacturers, or special product categories?
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