Industrial-Grade Illumination for Extreme Environments
Heavy-duty high bay lights for extreme temperature applications such as foundries and glass manufacturing, commercial kitchens and industrial ovens. High temperature high bay LED lighting, for temperatures up to 90°C (194°F).

The Challenge of Extreme Heat Environments

There are many industries today that operate at constant high temperatures. In these applications standard industrial-grade lighting simply fails in ambient temperatures of 45-50° C. There are several forms of failure including: rapid lumen depreciation, color shift, driver failure, and reduced life of the LED chips.

Facilities dealing with these conditions include:

Steel mills and foundries

Glass manufacturing plants

Ceramic and brick production facilities

Industrial bakeries and food processing

Powder coating operations

Automotive paint booths

Metalworking and heat treatment facilities

Boiler rooms and engine compartments

Facilities with industrial high temperature applications can be a nightmare for maintenance because of the number of constant changes. Not only is there a cost to the new fixture, but you are left running around trying to come up with a solution in the meantime. Even when you have installed a good amount of quality lighting in your industrial plant, there is always the chance of accidents or decrease in productivity caused by inadequate lighting.

High temperature high bay LED lighting is designed to operate in extreme thermal conditions and provides reliable solutions for all high temperature applications.

How High Temperature LED High Bays Work

Standard LED fixtures are not designed for high temperature environments. As temperature increases, the electronic components and even the LED chips can degrade rapidly. High temperature high bay LED lighting has been engineered to function in extreme thermal conditions.

Advanced Thermal Management

Many of the commercial grade fixtures found on the market that are designed to operate in high temperature environments have large aluminum heat sinks. The heat sinks can be oversized to allow for maximum surface area for heat dissipation or have extra large fins that allow for efficient heat transfer. There are also some of the high end of the high temperature rating fixtures that incorporate heat pipes into the fixture. These heat pipes allow for maximum effectiveness in the transfer of heat from hot components in the fixture to other areas of the fixture where the heat can then be dissipated.

Heat-Resistant Components

These fixtures have been designed with the goal of maintaining all critical components (such as heat sinks and printed circuit boards) at safe temperatures in 90°C ambient conditions. They utilize the highest temperature parts, such as long-life heat resistant LED chips, high temperature-rated power supply components, flexible high temperature resistant gaskets, and a high-grade durable housing that can be used for long periods of time at high temperatures without losing performance.

Benefits of High Temperature High Bay LED Lighting

Reliable Performance in Extreme Heat

Unlike typical types of LED fixtures that can fail in hot environments, high temperature LED high bay lighting really works in hot environments. This type of high bay lighting maintains the rated lumen and color temperature of the fixture at 90°F ambient temperature. People who use standard LED high bay lighting experience a cycle of frequent failures and premature demise of their lighting systems followed by costly repairs and replacement. High temperature high bay fixtures provide a reliable lighting system for years to come.

Extended Operational Lifespan

Quality high temperature high bay LED lighting is built to last with a long life of 50,000+ hours, as opposed to normal LED lighting that can fail in a few months in extreme heat. High temperature high bay LED lighting is also far superior to typical HID lighting that have to have bulbs replaced frequently, even if they last for years.

Significant Energy Savings

High temperature LED high bays are more energy efficient than other lighting solutions of high bays (like metal halide or high-pressure sodium high bays) by up to 50-70% and they deliver the same or even better amount of light.

Many industries consider the energy savings from the use of LED lighting to be critical. While the amount of money saved per fixture in a year is commonly over $200-400 for 12-24 hours a day running facilities, for large manufacturing plants and industrial buildings this can translate into significant yearly savings.

Improved Safety and Productivity

For environments where most work is done with molten material, heavy machinery, or very precise parts, the light from high temperature high bay LED lighting will help illuminate the area. This is especially important in preventing accidents in low light and in assuring that products are made to the highest quality.

The High Temperature High Bay LED Lighting has excellent color rendering. Therefore, it clearly shows the colors of objects and surfaces. This is very important when working with color coded materials. It also helps in detecting defects and in accurate work with detailed parts and components.

Instant On Performance

Unlike metal halide or high pressure sodium lighting that requires 10 to 15 minutes to reach full brightness after start up, our high temperature high bay LED lighting is immediately 100% at full brightness after power-up. This makes the high temperature high bay LED lighting an ideal choice for facilities that operate at irregular hours, or need emergency lighting.

Reduced Maintenance Burden

In typical industrial environments there are many instances where the long life of high temperature high bay LED lighting, combined with the great performance of such lighting and the reduced need for maintenance of high temperature high bay LED lighting can be very advantageous.

More advantages

Lumen Output and Efficacy

170+ lumens per watt to maximize energy efficiency.

Color Temperature

2700K-6500K color temperature options - High light output and bright, crisp light to maximize visibility and create alertness.

IP and IK Ratings

IP-rated lighting is used in many environments to safeguard against dust and water. In high-temperature environments, the risk of physical impact also has to be considered. For such applications, high temperature high bay fixtures are available with IP66 / IP68 or higher degree of protection against ingress of water and dust, combined with IK 10+ impact tested, e.g. by dropping a sample from a height of 1 meter.

Applications for High Temperature High Bay LED Lighting

These are the various types of industries in which High Temperature High Bay LED Lighting can be used.

Steel and Metal Processing

High-Temperature High Bay Fixtures are utilized in various industries with high-temperature furnaces. Steel mills, foundries, and metalworking facilities with various furnaces (such as acid bath, heat treat, etc.), forges, and other high temperature ovens all can be best served with High-Temperature High Bay Fixtures. These facilities require High-Temperature High Bay LED light Fixtures that can provide adequate light to assist the workers performing their tasks safely while handling molten metal and operating very large and very heavy pieces of equipment in very hot surroundings.

Glass Manufacturing

Glass production facilities have large furnaces that are operating at extreme temperatures. The ambient temperature in these production facilities can be so high that conventional lighting fails quickly. The high temperature high bay LED lighting are designed to operate in these extreme temperature environments and provide a consistent level of light to support the glass production process and the safety of employees working in these facilities.

Ceramics and Brick Production

For Ceramic and Brick production, specialized high temperature high bay LED lights are typically utilized. In many Ceramic facilities, there are a large number of high temperature furnaces of varying sizes and that generate considerable amounts of heat. In many cases, this heat is released into the surrounding work environment creating a very hot work space. The ambient temperature of such a working environment is typically not a problem for the majority of industrial high bay LED lighting fixtures. However, there are a number of specialized high temperature high bay fixtures, designed to operate in high temperatures and provide high levels of light to facilitate the inspection of fired products, and to allow for effective monitoring of production on a production line.

Commercial and Industrial Kitchens

Commercial and Industrial Kitchens: Large food production facilities, commercial bakeries and industrial kitchens – We provide High Temperature High Bay LED Lighting Fixtures for large food production facilities, commercial bakeries and industrial kitchens. These types of facilities are typically equipped with high-temperature ovens, cooking equipment, broilers, etc. that operate in high ambient temperatures. A reliable and safe fixture to operate in these environments is crucial to the operation of your business.

Automotive and Industrial Paint Operations

High temperature high bay LED lighting can be used in Paint booths and powder coating facilities. These areas are typically at a raised temperature during the curing process of painted and powder coated products.

Power Generation Facilities

In addition to the various other industries listed above, High temperature LED high bay lighting is also widely used in various types of power generation facilities. This could include the lighting in a boiler room, in a turbine hall or even in the engine compartment of a mobile power generating facility. These environments can have higher ambient temperatures than many other industrial environments and standard lighting products are not designed to operate in such high temperatures.

Installation Considerations

In order to receive the highest level of performance from your high temperature high bay LED lighting and ensure it has a long life, it must be installed properly.

Mounting Height and Spacing

Determine the mounting height and spacing of High Temperature High Bay fixtures based on their lumen output in order to obtain the best possible light distribution and achieve the required light intensity for your specific applications. A typical light intensity for industrial applications is 30-50 foot-lamberts.

Electrical Requirements

When choosing a fixture for high temperature industrial applications, make sure the electrical installation requirements of the fixture can be met by the existing electrical infrastructure in your facility. Many of the high temperature LED high bay fixtures are rated for 120-277V or 347-480V input.

Airflow Considerations

All our high temperature high bay LED lights are designed to be able to operate in high temperatures. However as with all items that are subject to heat, good airflow around the fixture is crucial to assist in heat dissipation and to prolong the life of the fixture. Therefore it is recommended to ensure that there is good airflow around the fixture to assist in heat dissipation.

Return on Investment

High temperature high bay LED lighting, for facilities operating in extreme temperatures, is typically priced higher than other industrial lighting fixtures but provides a return on your investment.

Energy Savings

Energy savings generated from the high usage of high temperature high bay LED lighting can yield many dollars of savings over the life of a fixture. High usage facilities can realize payback in the operational savings in as little as 2 to 3 years.

Maintenance Reduction

By replacing your typical industrial lighting products with high temperature high bay LED lighting and reducing the amount of maintenance that you have to do on the lights that you already have will save you money by avoiding the costs of taking down old lighting fixtures that are no longer in service. Many of these lighting fixtures are mounted in high ceilings and must be removed to service them. This can be a problem when the fixture fails at a time when the rest of the facility is functioning normally.

Productivity Improvements

Reliable good quality commercial lighting will keep you business running 24/7 at maximum safe productivity level. The best working conditions will ensure your staff are working to the best of their ability, producing good quality work and minimizing any potential errors which could result in waste.

FAQ

Do High Temperature High Bay LED Fixtures perform in Normal Temperature Applications?

No. These fixtures are designed for normal applications and since they are overbuilt for higher than normal thermal situations- they also function very well in normal ambient lighted facilities.

What happens if temperatures exceed rated limits?

Temporary dimming is possible to avoid exceeding rated temperature through thermal protection but continued operation at temperatures above rated temperature will shorten life of the fixtures be reduced.

Are high temperature LED high bays more expensive?

These types of fixtures are more expensive but in an extreme temperature environment they are the only option for a high temperature LED high bay fixture. The ROI in these types of extreme environments will be good.

Can existing fixtures be retrofitted?

Some products are available for retrofitable but for extreme environments, total replacement with a superior fixture is recommended.