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High CRI Lighting for Art Studio

I need high CRI even lighting for initially ~ 5"x6 art/painting area, (ceiling joist is 7' from the floor), and if that works out another 5X6 for the working table. Looking at your LED Shop light fixture and Linear light fixture. Questions: Does either have a diffuser? Dimmer? what is cord length? 

Based on the details provided, it seems as though our T5 Linear Light Fixtures and LED Shop Lights could be a great fit for your art and painting areas!

While these products are not dimmable, we can confirm that the LED Shop Lights contain a polycarbonate lens, and the T5 Linear Light Fixtures have a diffusion cover to evenly distribute the light output. We can further confirm that the T5 Fixtures have a 12" power cord, whereas the LED Shop Light Fixtures have a 60" power cable. Longer power cables are available from third-party storefronts as well, should your installation require them. 

If a dimmable light source is preferable, we might alternatively recommend either the 5000K CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ LED Strip Lights for Commercial & Retail or the 6500K FilmGrade™ WHITE LED Strip Lights. These products can be paired with either in-wall dimmers or in-line dimmers and can utilize DC power supplies or the TRIAC Dimmable Power Supply.

Many of our customers also choose to use our aluminum channels with these products, which contain diffusion covers for even light distribution. Other customers have also installed these lights so that they can be controlled using smart home systems, such as Lutron Caseta. 

Lights with Daytime Brightness for Garage Gym

I turn my garage into a gym, there are no windows. So I would like to get lights that would give me the daytime brightness and feel. As you know when outside at times gives you more energy.

Based on the details provided, we would likely recommend out 4000K CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture, which is designed to be hung from ceiling supports using the included hook and chain. 

In the event that you would like to try the LED Shop Light in your converted garage, please feel free to take advantage of our 30-day return policy if it winds up not being the right fit. We will gladly provide prepaid return labels for any unneeded items from domestic orders. 

Shop Light Fixture for Furniture Shop

I have a small furniture shop and I would to purchase 6 of your shop lights. I’m deciding between the Northlux and the Centrix Daylight models. The only difference I can see is that the Centrix is flicker-free. Since they are the same price, what reason would I choose the Northlux?

We can confirm that the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures and NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures are identical products that are provided with unique landing pages for marketing purposes. We would like to sincerely apologize for any confusion this may have caused. 

As such, identical light output can be expected from both listings, which provide flicker-free output and a high CRI of 95+. The only difference between the listings is the available color temperatures, where the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture is also available in 4000K. 

How many shop light fixtures are needed for a space with a north-light window?

I am an oil painter. Always had a north-light window. Now a 13X13 ft studio with no window. How many Northlux light fixtures are needed for that space? 1 over the easel and 1 over color charts on the wall? Are there 2 bulbs per fixture? The ceiling is 9 1/2 ft tall. How long do these LED bulbs last?

By placing the dimensions of the space into our Lumen Estimation Calculator, it appears that the space would benefit from three units of the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures for thorough illumination for artwork, with each providing 4200 lumens. 

Each of the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures utilizes two integrated strips of LED lighting, rather than T8 lights or bulbs as traditional fixtures might. 

​This item is also available in both the 5000K and 6500K color temperature options. In the hopes that it proves to be helpful, I have shared a link to a guide to these options below. 

Difference Between 5000K and 6500K Bulbs

These fixtures also have a three-year warranty. If they encounter any malfunctions during that time, we would be happy to assist with troubleshooting or providing a new replacement unit. 

Does the Centric Daylight LED Shop Light Fixture flicker-free?

I need two of the above-mentioned lights. I'm an artist, and these lights hang over my work table in my studio. I'm replacing two lights. Are you saying that these don't "flicker"? Do they have a plug? The ones I have plugged into an extension cord. 

We are happy to confirm that the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures offer fully flicker-free light output and utilize an included DC power cable for operation. These fixtures can also be daisy-chained to share a single DC power source using the included daisy-chain cables. 

Flicker-free with 800+ lumens Output Lighting

 I am trying to achieve the lighting required on page 4 of the link below. https://trackman.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/4403267887003/Spotlight_Installation_Instructions_4.20__1_.pdf. Can you please recommend which of your lighting would work best? I can use the shop light style or more of a can/flood option. 

Based on our review of the document provided, it appears that a flicker-free option with an output greater than 800 lumens is recommended for your installation. As such, it appears that we have several options that could work well. 

As a primary consideration, while our BR30 bulbs are a great option for recessed lighting, they are unfortunately not flicker-free which may affect the video capture of your installation. 

You may be interested in our NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures due to the ease of installation, flicker-free output, and high CRI of 95+. These light sources can be conveniently installed using the included brackets and DC power cable, and do not require a dedicated power supply. 

As a secondary recommendation, our NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures are similar to the linear light fixtures in that they only require a DC connection for power, and offer flicker-free output. As is also true of the linear light fixtures, this product is not designed for wiring to line voltage or use with dimmers. 

If wall dimmers and smart home systems are of benefit for your installation, we would recommend the FilmGrade™ WHITE LED Strip Lights, which are designed with video capture in mind. As this item is available in both the 12V and 24V versions, we strongly recommend selecting a power supply of a matching voltage. 

How much the NorthLux 95 CRI Shop Light Fixture weighs?

I was wondering how much the Northlux 95 CRI shop light fixture weighs. Did not see the weight of the fixture on the specs. 

We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture weighs 3.2 lbs (1.5 kg). 

Does the bulb is included with the shop light fixture?

I'd like to purchase the NorthLux Shop light fixture. It says in the product description that no separate bulb is needed. Can you please let me know if the bulb is included with the light fixture? 

We are happy to confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture includes integrated light sources that do not require any additional purchase. This is unlike our T8 LED Tube Fixtures, which are sold separately from the T8 LED Tube Lights. 

How long is the expected lifespan of the Shop Light fixtures?

I want to buy 6 T8 light fixtures and bulbs for a new 700 sf art studio. I see that your NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture is integrated with the bulb, so I would not be able to switch out for a new bulb if one dies. How long is the expected lifespan of the bulbs in these fixtures and is there any guarantee/warrantee on its lifespan?

We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture contains integrated LED lights that are not intended to be replaced. If one of these fixtures encounters malfunctions or LED outages within the three year warranty period, we will gladly provide a new warranty replacement. 

If your installation would benefit from a ceiling fixture that can have the light sources replaced, we would alternatively recommend our LED Ready T8 Fixtures as well as our NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio. 

Can I surface mount the LED Shop Light Fixture?

Can I surface mount these fixtures on the bottom of the floor joists exposed in my basement?

As the LED Shop Light Fixtures are designed for hook and chain mounting rather than surface mounting, they may not be the ideal product for your installation. We do sincerely apologize for any impact this may have on your purchase planning. 

For alternative options, we might recommend our recently launched LED Ready T8 Fixtures, which are designed to be compatible with our T8 LED Tube Light products. 

As a further option, you may also be interested in our NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures. While these products utilize DC power cables for operation, they can be easily mounted to several types of surfaces using the included brackets and accessories. 

Do you have a diffuser for the shop light fixture?

I ordered and installed a shop light in my art studio and the color temperature is perfect! But the clear casing of the light lets the LEDs cast some glare on the easel and it’s also a bit too bright for my work, so do you have a recommendation for a diffuser of some sort I could put over the 4ft shop light?

While we do not have any filters available in our own catalog, we might recommend investigating the gels that are available from B&H Photo. In my investigation, there appear to be many options available that would appear to be compatible with our LED Shop Light Fixtures. 

Do you have a downlight for the painting studio?

We have a painting we just acquired and the artist recommends a downlight of 5000K. Can you recommend a fixture with light? We were planning on plugging it into an outlet below the painting.

Based on the details provided, you might be interested in our 5000K NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixture. This product is designed to be easily installed using mounting clips or screws and can utilize a DC power source without the need for additional connection accessories. 

As an alternative option, you may also be interested in our 5000K NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture. This product offers identical output as the aforementioned T5 fixture. This item can also be easily installed from ceilings using the included hook and chain. 

Shop Light Fixture for Artist Studios

I am an architectural designer currently working on lighting strategies for a series of artists' studios. The spaces, on average, are 11' W x 16' L, and the ceiling height is 10'-6". I was looking at your NorthLux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture and have used your lumen estimation tool to determine how many of these lights I would require. Based on my calculation, it appears each studio would require about 4. Is this a fair estimate? I also wanted to see if you had any recommendations for spacing these out (minimum distance between the light source and wall, the distance between multiple lights, etc.) or anything else I should keep in mind as I think through this. 

Based on my use of our Lumen Estimation Calculator, it does appear that an art studio of the dimensions provided would require 14,192 lumens for thorough illumination. As such, four units of our LED Shop Light Fixtures, each outputting 4200 lumens, would appear to meet that illumination target. 

Though we do not have recommended spacing for each product, we would likely recommend hanging the fixtures with even spacing between them so that even distribution of light occurs in the space. 

As a final note, it might be helpful to know that the LED Shop Light fixtures can be daisy-chained to the same power source. That being said, please note that these fixtures are not dimmable. 

I suppose one thing I am wondering is how close to the walls would be too close. At the moment, I am hanging them a minimum of 1'-6" from the walls of the studio and I wanted to know if there's a better distance in your opinion. I am wary of overlighting the wall by placing it too close. I am also curious if you have any other similar products ideal for art studios that would allow for fewer lights in the space. In an ideal world, each space could get away with 2 fixtures but of course, I don't really want to compromise on the quality of light.

As our LEDs have a 120-degree beam angle, we recommend that the LED Shop Light Fixtures are spaced no further apart than the distance between the light and the illumination surface. 

For example, as your ceiling is 10'6" high, we would recommend spacing the units no more than 10'6" from each other. That being said, we do not have any specific advice as to how far the lights should be from the walls. Some gallery and residential installations can benefit from diffused wall washing, which will occur if the LED Shop Lights are installed fairly close to the wall surfaces. 

Do you have an equivalent strip LED fixture that would perform as well as the NorthLux shop light? We cannot have plug-in fixtures for our commercial project so it would be great if you could recommend an equivalent.

While we do not have fixtures that directly match the details provided, we might alternatively recommend either our 5000K CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ LED Strip Lights for Commercial & Retail, or our 6500K FilmGrade™ WHITE LED Strip Lights. 

​These products can be connected to in-wall power supplies and utilize wall dimmers, which is hopefully a helpful option for your construction project. Further, we would also recommend reaching out to local compliance experts to ensure that these items are compliant with local laws for new construction before installation. 

How many shop light fixtures and how far apart would I hang them?

I have a photography studio where I do digital work. And I hang photographs on the walls, which is what I need your lighting to illuminate. The room is 32’ long x 16’ wide. The ceilings are 13’ high. I only need to light the walls - and one wall only partially - this is the wall space I need lighting for: one wall 10’, one wall 32’, and 2 walls 16’.

This is the fixture I am interested in (the one I saw in my friends’ studio): NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture. I want a daylight bulb, not too blue, so would you advise 5000K color? How many fixtures and how far apart would I hang them? How far does the light spread? How far away from the wall should they hang - 4’? 

Based on the details provided, we would likely recommend the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture in the 5000K option. If another color temperature winds up being preferable, simply reach out and we will gladly provide you with a prepaid return label for any unneeded products. 

Regarding spacing, we typically recommend placing the fixtures no further apart than the distance between the light source and the illumination target. As the ceilings have a height of 13', we would suggest spacing the LED Shop Light Fixtures no more than 13' apart from each other. 

As such, we would likely recommend a total of five LED Shop Light Fixtures for your installation. Based on my rough calculations, we would recommend 1 fixture for the 10' wall, 3 fixtures for the 32' wall, and 2 fixtures for the 16' wall. 

I need you to tell me some more about the calculation of spacing the fixtures 13’ apart based on 13’ ceilings. To clarify, the lighting only needs to illuminate the walls. Also, if the fixtures hang 4’ below the ceiling, how far away from the wall should they be placed - 4’? 

If I space the fixtures 13’ apart, then I will need to order 8 fixtures — 2 fixtures for each 16-foot wall, (there are 2 - 16 foot walls), as well as 3 fixtures for the 32’ wall and 1 fixture for the 10’ wall.

To clarify, the optimal spacing between the LED Shop Light fixtures should not be greater than the distance between the fixture and the floor (or illumination target). 

If your fixtures are installed to hang 4 feet from the 13-foot ceilings, we would then recommend spacing each fixture no further than 9 feet apart. We recommend installing the fixtures roughly 4.5 feet from the wall.

Given the above, we would slightly adjust my order quantity recommendation to 1 fixture for the 10-foot wall, 4 fixtures for the 32-foot wall, and 2 fixtures for the 16-foot wall. 

We would also recommend purchasing more fixtures than your initial estimates may require so that pre-installation tests can be performed to see how many fixtures would be required to illuminate the space to your liking. 

Lighting Recommendation for Single Car Garage Space

I am in the process of converting a single-car garage into a space where I will have a single car on display in a relaxed and "man cave" sort of setup. I have two objectives in lighting the space (dimensionally the space is 279"x197" and the ceiling is 111" high) 1) The car is the star in this space. It is red with a black interior. 2) I have some artwork on one wall in the garage I would like to light independently. My leaning is to have dimmers on both circuits. This is not a workspace or a hospital ward; I want to avoid a super bright/cold/antiseptic feel. What it will be is a place to relax with a little music, my wife, our car, and a cold beer. In what direction would you steer me? 

By using my Lumen Estimation Calculator in the interim, it appears that the space would be evenly illuminated by 8,265 lumens. 

Based on the details provided, I might recommend utilizing ~19 feet of the 2700K or 3000K CENTRIC HOME™ LED Strip Lights for Home & Residential for a warmer installation. 

These lights can be installed within the ceiling cornices of the space within our flat or cornered aluminum channels, and controlled using in-wall power supplies and wall dimmers. 

While we also have the LED Shop Light Fixtures available, these products are not available in the warmer color temperatures that you mentioned a preference for. 

If you would like to test which color temperature works best for your garage, we might recommend purchasing a few of our A19 lightbulb options to ensure that they provide the right illumination. 

If any of the bulbs wind up being unneeded, simply let us know and we will gladly provide you with a prepaid return label for their return. 

LED Bulbs Recommendation for Art Studio Room

I am looking at lighting for an art studio room, size of approximately 11x12 ft. I think the bulbs I need are the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio. For this size room, how many bulbs would be needed in a shop light fixture?

In the hopes of clarifying, it might be helpful to know that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture ships with pre-installed LED lighting within, and would not require any bulbs to be installed for operation. 

Based on my review of our Lumen Estimation Calculator, it appears that ~10,379 lumens would be required to evenly illuminate your studio space for artwork creation. 

If the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture is indeed preferred, it appears that two to three shop light units would be able to meet that goal, each providing 4200 lumens. 

If a third-party shop light fixture were to be used, the Lumen Estimation Calculator recommends 13 units of the NorthLux™ 95 CRI BR30 LED Bulb for Artwork & Studio, each providing 800 lumens. 

How do I configure these to hang them? Is there a fixture that holds 2 or 3 bulbs, or do I have to hang them individually?

The LED Shop Light fixture does not require any lightbulbs for functionality, as the light sources are installed within the product housing.

On the other hand, the BR30 bulbs can be used in most common residential fixtures, such as floor lamps and recessed ceiling lighting. 

In the hopes that it proves to be helpful, track lighting systems are often utilized for installing BR30 lightbulbs. Based on my review, several of those fixtures appear to be available from retailers such as The Home Depot and Lowe’s. 

Lighting Recommendation for Painting Studio

I’m interested in purchasing strip or bulb LED tube lights and fixtures from you— something that can light a 400 sq foot space w only a glass garage door as the source of daylight. I hope to find something in the 4500k range, with a high CRI. 

As a primary recommendation, you may be interested in our FilmGrade™ HYBRID LED Strip Lights, which can be calibrated to achieve any color temperature between 3200K and 6500K. 

For an easier installation that would require less wiring, you might be interested in our 4000K or 5000K options, such as the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ Full Spectrum Flicker-Free T8 LED Tube Lights, which are designed to be compatible with our LED-Ready T8 Fixtures. 

You might also be interested in our CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture, which is designed for easy installation using the included hook and chain. This integrated fixture has been very popular with artists who utilize garages or other areas as studio spaces, due to the easy installation. 

Are any or all of these lights dimmable?

The products that we shared are unfortunately not dimmable. If dimmable products are preferable, we might alternatively recommend the NorthLux™ 95 CRI BR30 LED Bulb for Artwork & Studio, or an installation that utilizes our LED Strip Lights. 

The LED Strip Lights can be mounted to ceiling or other surfaces by using the Aluminum Channel for LED Flex Strip, and powered using either in-wall power supplies or standard DC power. These products can also be controlled using the majority of standard in-wall dimmers, such as Lutron and others. 

If it proves to be helpful, we have attached a few LayoutMap links below which illustrate LED Strip Light installation options. Each diagram contains installation descriptions, as well as links to each of the recommended connecters and power supplies. 

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1A

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1B

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3002_2B

I’d like to know if you have a tube light structure that’s LED and also dimmable. Do the strips work in the first hanging fixture you sent?

Unfortunately, we do not have any fixtures which are flicker-free and dimmable at this time. We do sincerely apologize for any impact this may have on your purchasing plans. 

As a further note, the LED Shop Light fixtures shared in my initial reply are designed with pre-attached LED lighting products within. As such, no additional lighting products are required for operation. 

Are the LED shop light fixtures flicker free? Space is a total of 400 sq ft. Could the fixture be hung upside down so that it bounces off the ceiling as opposed to being hung as overhead lights?

We can confirm that the LED Shop Light Fixtures are indeed flicker-free.

While these fixtures could be installed in such a fashion that they shine directly upwards for indirect lighting, they are designed to be hung from the included hook and chain. 

Based on the dimensions provided, it appears that the space would be evenly illuminated for artwork creation with 31,451 lumens. This target could be reached with seven of the LED Shop Light fixtures, which each output 4,200 lumens. 

As an alternative, the target could also be reached using 18 units of the T8 LED Tube Light products, which are designed to be compatible with our LED Ready T8 Fixtures. 

Do you have overhead mountable fixtures/bulbs for art studio lighting?

I’m looking for overhead mountable fixtures/bulbs to light my 600-square-foot studio space. I’m looking for full spectrum, daylight, bulbs. What do you recommend? 

As a primary recommendation for art studio lighting, we would recommend our LED-Ready T8 Tube Light Fixtures and NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio. These products are available in the most common color temperatures for artwork spaces (5000K & 6500K) and offer full spectrum output. 

If you would prefer to utilize fixtures that would not require hardwiring, we might alternatively recommend the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture, which can be easily installed from ceilings using the included chain and hook. 

For lighting installations where a mobile light source would be beneficial, you may also be interested in our NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixture, which can be attached to different mounting surfaces using the included clips and magnets while offering the same high-quality light output as the above products. 

How long is the power cord of the shop light fixture?

How long is the power cord plug-in? What happens if not long enough? Is there any situation where I need an electrician to install it? 

We can confirm that the Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture includes a 60” (152 cm) DC power cable. If this cable is not long enough, we would recommend locating a standard 2-prong extension cord so that the fixture can reach the preferred power outlet. 

As these fixtures are designed for DC plug rather than in-wall power, it is unlikely that an electrician would be required for installing the product. As a further note, we would not recommend converting this product for use with in-wall power, as this will void the product warranty. 

How many shop light fixtures are needed for a 20" x 60" small studio?

I am an artist in the process of putting together a small studio in my apartment. I will be primarily working on a small-scale sculpture at a standing desk whose footprint measures 20 x 60 inches. I was looking at your NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture as a potential fixture to hang over my desk, 36-48 inches above the work surface. Two questions: I appreciate a high level of illumination. To achieve this, would I need one fixture, or two? Are 36-48 inches above the work surface too close, or too far? What distance would you recommend? 

Based on our review of the Lumen Estimation Calculator, it appears that a single NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture would be able to provide more than sufficient output to illuminate your 20x60” desk area for artwork creation.

Further, we believe that the 36-48" distance between the light source and the target would also be sufficient. It might also be helpful to know that the hook and chain can be rigged to hang the fixture at various heights, if you would like to adjust the distance at a later time. 

8-ft fluorescent LED Tubes Replacement for Art Studio

I am an artist so I'm happy to learn about your products for use in my art studio. I have read quite a bit about your NorthLux LED products but I'm still not sure how many fixtures I would need to purchase to replace what I now have. My current setup is three 8ft fluorescent fixtures installed end to end equalling a 24 ft run. Each fixture holds two tubes. I have 6 fluorescent tubes spanning 24 feet installed on my art studio ceiling. I am looking at your Northlux 95 CRI LED 4 ft Shop Light fixture.

In order to adequately replace the fluorescent fixtures, it might be helpful to know what the listed lumen output of each existing tube light is. 

With that information available, we can easily recommend a quantity of LED Shop Light Fixtures in order to match that lumen output to provide your studio with adequate illumination. 

For example, four fluorescent tubes which output 2000 lumens each would be easily replaced with two NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures, which each output 4200 lumens. 

Can you confirm that Shop Light Fixture has no diffuser?

I may want the 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture. Can you confirm that there is no diffuser and one would be looking at the bare LEDs? If so, is there a glass surface I can adhere to a film?

Now the shop light fixtures themselves would unfortunately clash with the aesthetics of the space so I am considering the Full Spectrum Flicker-Free T8 LED Tube Light in fixtures from a more design-oriented manufacturer. So, I need to know what to look for concerning compatibility. 

We can confirm that the LED Shop Light Fixtures contain a pre-installed clear polycarbonate panel below the LED strip lights applied within. 

Regarding compatible fixtures, it might be helpful to know that many T8 tube light fixtures utilize internal ballasts that may be incompatible with the power requirements of LED lights. 

Some of these ballasts are compatible with our products, while others will require ballast bypass for functionality. If you would like to share a few fixture product links with us, we would be happy to check for compatibility. 

D65 Illuminant for Color Correcting Lighting

I'd like to purchase an accurate D65 illuminant (6500k?) for color-correcting a custom-built camera with a MacBeth chart. Can you please recommend a kit of hardware to purchase from you to create this lighting?

We offer several D65 color-calibrated products which may be of specific interest to your needs. Below are some recommendations:

All of these options at 6500K are also calibrated to the D65 color point and are excellent options for color matching using digital imaging equipment (D50 is of course another popular option for visual inspection).

​We have a windowless room dedicated to different camera calibrations, used frequently. The A19 and T5 are great options as they seem to be easily removable. For the A19, would something like this be what you recommend for hosting the bulb? What differences should I expect in light output from the A19 and T5?

Our calibration room has never been used for color calibration, so I am also shopping for a white booth/background. Unlikely, but I’m open to suggestions for this too.

In terms of color quality, you would not notice any difference as both are calibrated to the exact same D65 color point, so it ultimately comes down to the lighting installation and how you'd like to configure the lights.

In terms of brightness, the A19 lamps emit 800 lumens, while the T5 linear fixtures 900 lumens and 1800 lumens for the 2-ft and 4-ft versions, respectively. If your illumination target is a longer, more rectangular area, the linear fixtures might be a better way to evenly illuminate the entire surface.

I've reviewed the Amazon link and can confirm that this would be a great lamp fixture for the A19 lamp!

While we aren't able to provide direct support for the lighting booth and background, here's an article from Church Film School which features our products and may have some overlaps with your project and may be helpful: 

https://www.churchfilmschool.com/blog/how-to-set-up-your-office-for-color-grading

Your lamps have been working great, but now I’m looking for something that has a variable temperature. Do you sell anything with a wide range of temperatures?

We, unfortunately, do not have any complete lamp products that offer color temperature control. The closest option we offer is an LED strip component for film and TV studio applications. I've provided the link below:

Does your Shop Light Fixture come with any diffusion?

Does either model of the NorthLux 95 CRI shop light fixture or the D50 Shop light (same model, right?) come with any diffusion? If not, do you sell any diffusion sheets for them? have specs or a source for diffusion inserts? Does the D50 linear light come inside a diffuser? seems to come inside a bulb housing or something like a diffuser. 

We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture and D50 5000K LED Shop Light Fixture for Color Matching are the same model which has been provided with unique landing pages for marketing purposes. 

This can be noted by the shared part number (PN4025.50), and we do apologize for any confusion this may have caused. 

We can also confirm that the T5 line of products, including the D50 5000K T5 LED Linear Light Fixture for Color Matching, utilizes a diffusion cover for even light distribution. 

Is there any diffusion on the PN 4025.50? The picture is not clear, and it would be ideal to have some diffusion on this, otherwise, I will be going with the single bulbs, T5 line to get the best lighting distribution. 

Though the product photo is not quite clear, we can confirm that the LED Shop Light Fixtures include a pre-installed clear polycarbonate cover. 

This cover is not designed for light diffusion as the enclosures of the T5 Linear Light Fixtures are. 

Do you know if the polycarbonate is clear? sanded at all? Is it removable/accessible? I know it isn't for diffusion as you stated, but if it offers some, then I could possibly sand it or add a filter to provide more diffusion or just stick with more of the 4ft T5 linear lights. 

While we have not personally attempted to remove the polycarbonate material, we can confirm that the material is clear and untextured. 

As such, you might be able to utilize a gel filter (such as those sold by B&H Photo or other retailers) or sanding to create diffusion, though please note that permanent product alterations will disallow returns and refunds. 

Do you have an integrated shop light fixture of 3000K?

I'm looking for a 3000K 2' or 4' integrated shop light, but it doesn't seem that they are available anywhere. I find that higher K LEDs are not comfortable for me. Do you have anything? 

While we unfortunately do not sell any fixtures in the 3000K color temperature, you might alternatively be interested in our 3000K LED Strip Lights or traditional A19, A21, and BR30 light bulbs in that color temperature. 

Are the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture flicker-free?

I am looking for high CRI, flicker-free shop lights. Are the "NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture" flicker-free? Do they contain an integrated constant current supply? If not, do you have a recommendation? 

We are happy to confirm that the LED Shop Light Fixtures contain integrated power supplies and offer flicker-free light output. 

Do you have a diffuser available for the Shop Light Fixture?

I ordered six 5000k shop lights. I really like the color rendering, but find the light pretty harsh. I mistakenly thought they came with a diffuser lens. Is a diffuser available or do you have any other recommendations?

Though we do not have diffusor covers available, you might alternatively be interested in our recently launched LED-Ready T8 Tube Light Fixture which utilizes a prismatic lens. 

This fixture is designed to be compatible with our T8 LED Tube Lights, such as the 5000K NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio. 

Lighting Solution for Billiard Table Lighting

I am searching for a lighting solution for my 4x9 billiard table. The glare and eye strain from the lighting we have now are just awful. What options do you recommend?

Based on the details that you provided, you might be interested in our NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture, which is designed to hang from the ceiling using the included chain and hook​.

That being said, the cool 5000K and 6500K color temperatures that the product is available in may not be as warm as you might hope for the installation area. 

I also noticed that you sell two different high CRI bulbs that would fit that fixture. One is the Northlux. The other is the Centrick Daylight. Can you compare and contrast the two for my application?

Some experts in GB studied this and concluded that 5500k was optimal for billiards. I am thinking that swapping out a couple of them for the 6500k might bring me closer to this. Or is my thinking off? You hinted that I may not like the bulbs in a range near 5000K.

Most of the companies in the USA and GB which sell high-end billiard lights are putting parabolic louvers below the lights to further diffuse and reduce glare. And all of them are cheap and use 80 CRI high-lumen bulbs or using a flat panel. And even then, they put the louver below it. I can not find a flat panel light with a high CRI. I do not think the flat panel was made for my application.

While we can confirm that we sell both the Northlux and Centric products, it might be helpful to know that the LED Shop Light fixture utilizes pre-installed LED Strip Lights rather than lightbulbs. We do apologize for any confusion that the product page may have caused. 

If you would like to make direct product comparisons between the two color temperature options, please note that we offer a 30-day return policy for all orders, and are happy to provide prepaid return labels for unneeded products. 

If traditional A19 lightbulbs are instead preferred, you may find value in the 5600K FilmGrade™ Flicker-Free A19 LED Bulb, as this option is the closest in our catalog to the 5500K color point referenced.

Difference between NorthLux and D50 (Color Matching) Lights

I'm looking at your LED linear fixtures for my art studio and wanted to know the difference between the two options you have available. I paint and photograph in my studio.

We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture and the D50 5000K LED Shop Light Fixture are identical products that are provided unique landing pages for marketing purposes. This can be noted by the shared part number of 4025.50.

As such, you can expect that the performance and light output will be identical across both items. We do sincerely apologize for any confusion that this might have caused. 

Do you have wall-mount bracket suggestions for Shop Light Fixture?

Do you have any suggestions for wall-mount brackets (types, vendors, installation approaches, etc.) to use with your shop lights? 

As the LED Shop Light fixtures were designed for ceiling hanging via hook and chain, we, unfortunately, do not have any third-party mounting accessories or advice that we could recommend. We apologize!

The LED Shop Light Fixture might not be the best fit for flush mounting, as it does not contain mounting brackets or easily accessible installation points. 

That said, you might also be interested in our LED-Ready T8 LED Fixtures, which are designed for both direct wiring and flush-mounting to ceilings, and are compatible with our T8 LED Tube Lights. 

Is the NorthLux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture Dimmable?

Is this fixture dimmable? Can it be hard-wired, rather than plug? Can they be flush mounted to the ceiling, like at a junction box? 

We can confirm that as the LED Shop Light fixture is intended for DC-plug power and wall hanging via the included hook and chain, it, unfortunately, is not compatible with flush mounting and hard-wiring. 

Additionally, this product is not dimmable, and we do apologize for any impact this might have on your purchasing process. 

That said, you might also be interested in our new LED-Ready T8 Fixtures, which are designed for both direct wiring and flush-mounting to ceilings. Further, these lights are designed to be compatible with our High CRI T8 LED Tube Lights.

As an additional benefit, the T8 LED Tube Lights can be easily replaced in the event of a malfunction, whereas the LED Strip Lights are affixed to the Shop Light Fixtures. 

Automotive Paint Inspection Lighting

I would like to speak with someone about possibly improving our inspection lighting to help us better identify defects that are easily seen in sunlight but not under standard inspection lighting.

Our high CRI, daylight-calibrated light sources sound like a great fit for your needs. Specifically, our D50 lamps may be an excellent option to replace the current standard lighting, as the D50 chromaticity point and spectrum approximate noon sunlight.

If you can tell us a bit more about the form factor that would be best suited for the manufacturing / inspection site, we may be able to provide some additional insights as far as product types and configuration.

As a starting point, our T5 linear fixtures with D50 chromaticity is a very popular option among our professional customers looking for a relatively straightforward and ETL-listed turn-key lighting installation. The lamps have a 95 CRI rating, are available in 2-ft and 4-ft configurations, and can be daisy-chained.

Our shop light fixtures also feature D50 light quality and can hang above the inspection station, if that is a potential installation location / method.

For a 99 CRI, D50 option, our ABSOLUTE SERIES LED components could also be a viable candidate for your installation. Our LED strip lights, for example, could be installed along the sides or above the inspection subject. Do keep in mind that the LED strip lights do require a bit more configuration work, which could make replicating the installation across multiple locations a bit more challenging.

I have attached a picture of one of our decks that I am interested in improving the lighting (we have 6 areas throughout the plant that are similar). The side and top lights are 8 feet and the angled lights on the top are 4 feet. I also attached some pictures of our current lights. Would we be able to simple replace the led strip inside with your 99CRI strip?

We've taken a look at the existing fixture, and it appears to be a product that does not have any user-replaceable parts and is not designed to be retrofitted. As a result, this leads us to two concerns about this approach:

​1) The power supply unit uses constant current with a voltage output range of 25-45 volts. Our LED strips require constant voltage at 12 volts or 24 volts, so the power supply units that are included in your fixture would not be compatible. Replacing both the LED strips and the power supply units to re-use just the housing may not be the most optimal.

2) Modifying fixtures will likely void any safety approval marks such as UL or ETL, as these marks are granted at the complete fixture level. In our prior experiences working with customers in manufacturing environments, safety approvals have been a firm requirement.

If you would like to continue to pursue the fixture retrofit approach, we would recommend using our flicker-free power supply unit listed here in conjunction with our ABSOLUTE SERIES LED modules, listed here.

Does your NorthLux Shop Light Fixture support flush mounting and hard wiring?

Does your Northlux shop light support flush mounting and hard wiring? Is there an adapter that allows daisy chaining by directly connecting one unit to an immediately adjacent (touching) unit instead of by a cable that would effectively force some separation? 

We can confirm that the LED Shop Light fixtures are designed for hanging installations, and are not designed to support flush-mounting or hard-wiring. 

​Additionally, we do not have connecter accessories available that might allow for directly interlocked the shop lights, and we do apologize for any impact this might have on your purchase planning. 

As an alternative, you might be interested in our NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures, which are designed for interlocking, daisy-chained power, and can be flush-mounted using the included screws or magnet brackets. 

Do you have daisy chain cables longer than 12”? (Up to 20’)? Do you have adapters to hardwire the units?

We currently do not have longer daisy chain cords available, though it might be helpful to know that standard three-prong plug extension cords are compatible with the daisy-chaining of the LED Shop Light Fixtures. 

Additionally, we unfortunately do not sell adapters or kits for hardwiring the LED Shop Light Fixtures. We apologize!

As an alternative, you might be interested in our LED Ready T8 LED Fixtures, which are designed for ceiling mounting and direct-wire connection. These fixtures are designed to be compatible with T8 LED Tube lights, which have the benefit of being easy to replace in the event of a malfunction, compared to the shop light fixtures which utilize affixed, non-replaceable lights. 

Fluorescent Replacement for Office Space Lighting

We are moving offices, and I am searching for lighting to replace our current fluorescents. We are looking for human-centered lighting that will create a better work environment for our employees. The space needs lighting that totals 108,000 lumens. However, we already have purchased some hanging pendants that account for 24,000 lumens. As a result, we are looking for additional lighting to account for another 84,000 lumens. At this time, we are thinking that hanging linear lights would be the best option. I have looked at your Northlux Light Fixtures as an option. What would you recommend? Could you point me in the right direction for products and provide me with an estimate?

Though the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures are easily mountable and provide high-quality light, they are not usually used for office spaces as they are not dimmable, and require DC-plugs for power. 

These limitations can be detractors for customers who intend to connect the lights to utilize in-wall power, or for customers who want to be able to adjust the output using a wall dimmer or smart dimmer system. These same considerations are true for our NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures, which also rely on DC plugs. 

As an alternative, you might be interested in our NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio, as they can be installed within T8 fixtures as well as easily replaced if the individual lights encounter any malfunction. 

​For an installation where utilizing dimming and in-wall power are preferred, we would recommend the 99 CRI ABSOLUTE SERIES™ LED Flexible Strip Lights. These products can be ceiling-mounted within channels and are able to offer our highest quality of light output. 

Can I mount flush the Shop Light Fixture into the ceiling?

I’m interested in buying this product and had some questions about it. I see that this hangs by a chain, I need to mount it flush with my ceiling. Is there a workaround to do so?

For starters, we can confirm that the LED shop light fixtures are intended to be installed using the hook and chain. That said, we have also heard of customers who have installed the fixture by mounting it to a surface using the hook-holes on the top of the fixture.

As an alternative, you may also be interested in the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures. These products come in 2 ft and 4 ft sizes and can be easily installed using the included screw brackets or magnets. Additionally, these fixtures are available in the same 5000K & 6500K color temperature options as the LED shop lights, and can also be daisy-chained or interlocked for power. 

Regarding the hanging fixture - if I were to place two to make an 8ft. Length, how much of a gap would there be between them? Do they daisy chain and if not, would there be a significant break in lighting where they touch due to the frame or edges?

My current art studio has 2 4 ft lights each at 4000 lumens. I need the cumulative lumens to be 8000. If I were to consider the alternative light you suggested, how many strips would it take to make an equivalent?

As the LED Shop Light Fixtures connect using a pre-included power cable, we would assume that the distance between two units could be adjusted depending on the available lengths of the power cords and the hanging location. 

That said, as these lights do not directly interlock as the linear light fixtures are capable of, there would likely be a moderate gap between the two to accommodate for the pull cord at the end of each fixture. 

We estimate that the 8000-lumen target can be achieved with four 4-ft units (outputting 1800 lumens each) and one 2-ft unit (outputting 800 lumens) of the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixture. 

 I don’t think I quite understand how that 2 ft light would laid out with the other 4 bulbs?

As can be seen at the bottom of the product specification sheet, both the 2-ft and 4-ft linear lights contain the same interlocking power plugs (labeled as integrated plugs). As such, they can be easily connected to create a bank of linear lights. 

NorthLux vs. Absolute Series for Painting Studio

Could you please help me understand the pros and cons between Northlux and Absolute for a painter/artist studio? It seems that a 99CRI would be better, but is there something I'm not understanding? 

When considering the Northlux and Absolute series of products, the two considerations are the form factor and CRI. 

Though the Absolute Series products can offer a superior CRI of 99, they are currently only available in LED strip lights and LED modules. These products would require more configuration effort to install and could utilize power supplies, dimmers, and wiring connection accessories. 

In comparison, though the Northlux line has a slightly lower CRI of 95+, the line includes lightbulbs, linear light fixtures, and shop lights. Each of these form factors can benefit different spaces and are generally easier to install. 

For example, some of our artist customers have let us know that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures have been a great pairing for their studio spaces and artwork creation. By viewing the bottom of the product page, you will notice a few recent comments left by customers. 

Lighting Options for Photography and Reptile Habitat Needs

I'm currently researching lighting options for a home addition that's currently in process at our primary residence. This is essentially a shop that's 30x20, but CRI and overall brightness are critical. I'm a breeder of high-end Leopard geckos (reptiles), and accurate photography (color representation) is an absolute must. I can only assume that I should be targeting a CRI of 90 or higher. With my photography, I tend to err more on the side of daylight or cooler about Kelvin and have a strong distaste for what I would consider 'warm' lighting.

We are happy to confirm that we have several products available which could be a great match for your photography and reptile habitat needs. Further, we can also confirm that the vast majority of our products offer a CRI higher than 95. 

As a starting point, you may find value in our Lumen Estimation Calculator tool. By inputting the dimensions of the room including ceiling height, as well as selecting the primary use of the room, the tool can suggest a total lumen output and suggest the number of products required to meet the illumination goal. 

In the interim, we might recommend the NorthLux line of products, which are designed with photography and capture in mind. You may also be interested in our 99 CRI Absolute Series products, which offer D50 and D65 light that is virtually indistinguishable from full daylight. 

Do you have high CRI 3000-4000k linear fixtures for under-cabinet lighting?

I’m doing a kitchen reno and I’d like to buy some high CRI under cabinet lighting. I saw you have these under-cabinet LED modules, but I’m worried about glare without a diffuser. Do you have any high CRI 3000-4000k LED light bars or linear fixtures? 

Though we would usually recommend the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T5 LED Linear Light Fixtures as a primary alternative, these products are not available in 4000K. As such, they may not be a good option for your preferred under-cabinet lighting. 

As a second option, we would instead recommend the 24V 4000K CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ LED Strip Lights for Commercial & Retail. This product can be paired with in-wall dimmers (including smart-home dimmer systems) and powered using in-wall power supplies. Though this is a more involved installation process than the T5 linear lights, the product is able to offer some large advantages.

​Additionally, these LED strip lights can be placed within channels such as our 3.3' (1 meter) Aluminum Channel for LED Flex Strip product, which ships with diffusor covers. In the event that the 3.3' length is not to preference, I believe that third-party channels are also available from third-party marketplaces. 

​For your reference, I have attached a few interactive LED strip light layout diagrams from our website below. 

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1A

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1B

Can the channels you mention be cut? I have a few smaller nooks (e.g. 18-30"). Would you recommend the flat or corner channels for under cabinets? I'd place them near the front of the cabinet.

In our experience, under-cabinet lighting typically aims directly downward onto the counter surface area. Although we could easily imagine an installation where the corner channel units are back-mounted, this installation does not seem overly beneficial for lights that are to be installed towards the front of the cabinets. 

​As such, we would likely recommend the flat version of the aluminum channels for your installation. 

I'd like to go with the LED strips, and my electrician is coming in soon so I would like to get all the components for pre drywall ordered immediately. For the power supply, do I need a junction box, and should I get 12V or 24V? I see that 24V is out of stock until June 21 and I may need it sooner than that.

Would you be able to help me get a list of all the supplies I need including wire, etc? I'm looking at about 13 linear ft of cabinets / shelving to run strips under, with two opposite walls to cover. I've attached my kitchen layout so you can see.

Based on our conversations regarding the 24V CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ LED Strip Lights for Commercial & Retail, we would recommend utilizing either the 24V TRIAC Dimmable Power Supply for LED Strip or the 24V CENTRIC SERIES™ Flicker-Free Dimmable Power Supply for LED Strip. 

As the two products are identical feature-wise, the primary difference can be found in the smaller dimensions of the Centric Series power supply, which can be beneficial for installations that require a smaller footprint. If the power supply is required ahead of the TRIAC 24V availability date, we would then recommend the Centric Series. 

As the LED strip lights require 5.5 watts per foot, and as the 24V power supplies can offer 96 watts, each power supply can safely provide power for a maximum of ~17 feet. As such, we would recommend utilizing two power supplies to independently power the two 13 ft segments. 

We have attached links to our LayoutMaps diagram pages below, which contain layout instructions as well as links to each of the recommended connector accessories. I have also shared a link to the list of compatible dimmers (including smart home dimmers) that our power supplies are compatible with. 

​You might notice that Layout 3001-1C illustrates an installation that utilizes two power supplies for two product reels that are connected to one wall dimmer, which might be of interest for your kitchen installation plans. 

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1B

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1C

Compatible Dimmer List for CENTRIC SERIES LED Power Supply

I have about 13 ft total of strips to run along the two walls combined, not 13 ft on each wall. That being said there will have to be wire inbetween, but does that require extra wattage just for connecting strips across the room or can I get away with one power supply?

Can/should I put these power supplies inside a cabinet, tucked under an upper cabinet, or in a toe-kick or something so they arent covered in drywall in case of replacement, etc?

What wire should I get and can my electrician substitute out some locally available wire? Which wire should I get and can my electrician?

If you are planning to utilize 13 total feet of LED strip light product,we can confirm that one power supply should be more than sufficient. 

We can also confirm that the power supplies can easily be tucked away inside of cabinets or toe-kicks for easy adjustment, and do not necessarily need to be installed within the walls except to have access to in-wall power and connection to any in-wall dimmers or light switches.

Generally speaking, we recommend utilizing 16 AWG wiring to reduce the chances of voltage drop, which is available in our storefront. That said, this gauge of wiring is also very likely to be available from your local hardware stores. 

​Your electrician will likely be able to provide precise advice for the installation, though we generally like to inform customers that large wired gaps between the power supplies and products can cause some voltage drop, though this can be reduced by using a higher gauge of wiring. 

Lighting Solution for Color Matching and Custom Picture Framing Presentations

I am seeking a solution for our color matching along with our custom picture framing presentation areas. I am looking for a lighting solution for two areas of concern. Number 1 is a color-matching room as I would call it. The size is 10 ft x 10 ft which currently has a 2 ft x 4 ft fluorescent lighting that would serve as a neutral light area. I would be color-proofing original Artwork to my calibrated monitor and my printed images. The second is two sales presentation tables for picture framing designs that I would like to place a fixture over so that we have a neutral color cast over this area. The tables are approx. 4ft x 8ft sections.

By entering the dimensions of the color matching room into our Lumen Estimation Calculator, we estimate that the area would be fully illuminated for artwork and capture by ~7,963 lumens. We entered 8 ft as the ceiling height in my process, though you will likely find value in adjusting this to receive a more accurate estimate. 

For this space, we would recommend 5-6 units of the D50 5000K T8 LED Tube Lights for Color Matching (ISO3664:2000) product. These T8 tube lights offer 1800 lumens per tube light, as well as a CRI of 95+. If the fluorescent fixtures being utilized contain ballasts, we would recommend checking our compatibility list to ensure compatibility. 

For the presentation tables, you may be interested in the 5000K or 6500K NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture product, which offers 4500 lumens per unit and is easy to install utilizing the included chain and hook. 

As an alternative, you may also be interested in the ABSOLUTE SERIES™ LED Flexible Strip product, which has a CRI of 99, making them virtually indistinguishable from daylight. This item is available in both the D50 and D65 ISO standards and can be installed within ceiling-mounted channels, and paired with a wall dimmer via the in-wall TRIAC dimmable power supply. 

I have yet to progress further on this project and I am looking to expand my needs for this project. We have needed to reorganize the lighting area to a larger footprint 30’ x 26’ x 9’. I have attached a photo of the area and specifically the trusses that I hope to use to attach the lighting to. The trusses run the length of 30’ and there are 4 runs in total at 6’ apart. 

Since my main focus will be to properly evaluate a scanned piece of Artwork to what is printed the less color shift lighting brings the better. I look to your recommendation to best achieve this goal. Can you recommend a lighting package for this area?

For installations that require precise color accuracy, we usually recommend our D50 and D65 ABSOLUTE SERIES™ LED Flexible Strips. These products can offer a 99 CRI, and provide light output that is virtually indistinguishable from daylight. 

​As you will note from the review section of the above product page, several of our customers have found success in using this product for art production and photo capture. We certainly hope that this product is helpful for your installation as well! 

In the hopes that they prove to be helpful, we have attached the photometric reports for each version below:

D50 ABSOLUTE SERIES™ LED Flexible Strip 

D65 ABSOLUTE SERIES™ LED Flexible Strip 

Would you have some install photos to see how these would be installed? Would these just get attached to the trusses and left exposed or I have seen on your website there is a trim package but would the covers affect the light in any way?

Unfortunately, we do not have any installation photos readily available that we could share. We apologize!

We usually recommend installing the LED Strip Lights into channels, such as our flat Aluminum Channel for LED Flex Strips. 

​When installed within the channels, the light products can be easily adjusted or replaced if outages occur with more ease than if they were attached directly to trusses. These channels will also help to protect the LED light products from dust and residue that might cause operational issues in the future. 

The light covers will reduce the overall transmission by roughly ~10% as most polycarbonate diffusion panels will, though the color temperature and spectrum of output would not be expected to change. 

​

Diffusion difference between T8 LED Tube, Shop Light, and T5 Linear Fixture

I am a fine art photographer who is evaluating large prints that will ultimately be shown in museums and galleries and private residences. I'm having a difficult time understanding the differences between the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio in 5000k and the D50 5000K T8 LED Tube Lights for Color Matching. Is the light output different between these two options? I am not needing any sort of specific ISO spec, just looking for the best quality of light for the application. Also, I am curious about the differences in diffusion between the bare tube, the T5 linear light fixture, and the shop light. Is there any noticeable difference in the quality of light- ie more even diffusion from the linear or shop light? 

For starters, we can confirm that the 5000K NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio and the D50 5000K T8 LED Tube Lights for Color Matching are identical products that are provided with unique landing pages for marketing purposes. As such, the performance can be expected to be identical across both items, though we do apologize for any confusion this may have caused.

Also, we're not sure that we can provide any applicable metrics or specifications on this, but it would seem to me that the diffusion performance of the T8 LED lamps would be best, followed by the T5 linear fixtures, and finally the shop light fixtures.

The reason for this is that the T8 lamps, by definition, have a 1-inch diameter and this allows for the light to spread out from a larger surface area compared to the T5 lamps, which have only a 5/8 inch diameter. The shop lights do not have any diffusers on them, and all light is directed downwards from the fixture. As such, if glare and "hotspots" are of concern, we would not recommend the shop lights for your installation.

​Compared to the T5 fixtures, the downside of the T8 lamps would be that you would need a separate fixture, but if you are looking for the softest, most diffuse light source, the T8 lamps would be our recommendation.

What is the LED Shop Light Fixture made out of?

I found your website when I Googled, "What do I need to know about LED tube lights" and saw that you sold a 3-in-1 LED tube. My questions are:

Given that they're both $95 each and 95 CRI, what's the difference between your NorthLux and D50 5000K shop light models? 

What material is the body made of, heavy 20-gauge steel, aluminum, or plastic? Is it powder-coated and painted with an enamel finish to protect against corrosion? Where is it made, USA or China?

What's the life expectancy of the LED lights strip (how many thousands of hours of use)? 

We can confirm that the D50 5000K LED Shop Light Fixture product and the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture are identical products that are provided unique landing pages for marketing purposes, which can be noted by the shared part number of 4025.50.

As such, you can expect that the performance will be identical across both items. We do apologize for any confusion this may cause. 

The LED shop light fixtures are constructed of steel and have a white paint coating. Further, please note that these fixtures are not IP-rated for protection against moisture or rain. As such, we recommend these for indoor use only. The product was made in China.

We can also confirm that this product has a 3-year warranty. If the lighting that the product emits reduces or fails within that time frame, simply let us know and we would be happy to issue a warranty replacement.

Do you sell the Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light as a Light Strip?

The Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light is almost the product I need, but I need to install it in a room with a low ceiling. Do you sell that product as a light strip? or with a lower profile? I already have lots of linear light fixtures but want to get one brighter fixture for center of room.

Though we do not currently sell a lower profile LED shop light at this time, you might be interested to know that the shop light fixtures utilize the same LED strip lights which can be purchased separately in 16.4 ft (5 meter) reels.

These LED strip lights can be conveniently mounted within low-profile aluminum channels and can be powered with in-wall power supplies and adjusted using wall dimmers.

The ABSOLUTE SERIES™ LED Flexible Strip product may also be of interest, as they are available in both 5000K and 6500K (D50, D65) while offering the extra benefit of a higher CRI value that is virtually indistinguishable from daylight (With a CRI of 99 vs 95).

Can I surface mount the LED shop light fixtures and control them with a wall switch for garage lighting?

I’m looking to light my garage with some high CRI light fixtures. I came across your products and feel like they are a good fit. However, I’m having trouble finding out if I can surface mount your led fixtures and control them with a wall switch. For reference, I was looking to get 6-8 of your 4ft led fixtures for a bright and cleanly lit workshop.

Though not necessarily designed for surface mounting, I can confirm that the LED shop light fixtures can be daisy-chained together, and would be compatible with an installation where the powering plug is connected to a wall switch for power. That said, they are not designed to be direct-wired, which might not be ideal for your installation.

For installations where dimming using wall controls is preferred, we might alternatively recommend utilizing our LED strip lights within mounted aluminum channels, powered by a TRIAC dimmable power supply. ​

I have attached diagrams of the LED strip light installation options below, in case they prove to be useful for your planning purposes.

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1C: https://www.waveformlighting.com/layoutmaps/3001_1C?px=-2244&py=-2231.5&pw=1488&ph=1463&s=0.1

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1B: https://www.waveformlighting.com/layoutmaps/3001_1B?px=-2244&py=-2231.5&pw=1488&ph=1463&s=0.1

Does the NorthLux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture come in 6' lengths?

I am currently building a home with an art studio above the garage. I am interested in the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture. Do they come in 6' lengths? Can they be hardwired so that you don't have to pull the chain each time? I am also trying to decide between 5000 and 6500 leaning towards 5000. I am a Fine Art Photographer and an abstract acrylic painter. 

Unfortunately, the LED shop light fixtures are not available in other sizes at this time. Further, these products are not designed to be hard-wired, though I can confirm that multiple units can be daisy-chained together to utilize a single power source.

As an alternative, it might be helpful to know that we are soon to release a T8 LED tube light fixture, which is designed for hard wiring and ceiling mounting. This fixture would be compatible with our high-CRI T8 LED tube lights, which are also available in 5000K and 6500K. Though I currently do not have a specific launch date, I expect that it will be available in May.

Regarding the preferred color temperature, I have attached a link from our blog below, which describes the benefits of each for studio work.

Difference Between 5000K and 6500K Bulbs: https://www.waveformlighting.com/art-painting/difference-between-5000k-and-6500k-bulbs

What is the flicker-rate of the LED Shop Light Fixtures?

I am looking to replace my shop light fixtures as my current ones have a PWM flicker that is very noticeable when working on moving parts. What frequency are your shop lights? Also, I am wanting to put some lighting under the shelves at our workbenches and wanted to use your centric daylight series. Other than the power supply, what else would I need to mount them to the bottom of a shelf? Do I need one of your aluminum strips?

The LED Shop Light Fixtures will offer a <1% flicker rate. 

Though the aluminum channels are not required for LED strip light installation, the housing can be beneficial for many installations where a diffusor is preferred. Further, as the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ LED Strip Lights for Commercial & Retail product contains wires at the ends of the reel for connection, we would recommend the Female DC Barrel Jack Plug Adapter or another third-party adapter for connection to the power supply.

If you would like to adjust the output intensity, the FilmGrade™ Flicker-Free LED Dimmer (currently back-ordered and expected to be available on April 12th) can be connected between the LED strips and power supply, as well. The below guides from our website illustrate the centric daylight product configuration methods, which I hope are useful for your planning stages.

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3002_2D

LayoutMaps™ - LED Strip Light Layout 3001-1B

How far should the LED Grow Light Fixtures be from the plants?

I'm using two PhotonBlast™ LED Grow Light Fixtures to start seedlings. Some I just started, some are perennials I started last fall so they are a few inches high. How far should the light fixtures be from the plants? 

As our LED lights emit a far lower heat output than traditional horticultural grow lights while oeprating, heat damage is generally less of a concern. As such, we recommend placing the lights as close to the plants as possible without them physically touching.

That said, we can easily imagine that different plant species could require a more precise distance from the light in order to receive the maximum lux benefit. We might recommend reaching out to a perennial or horticultural expert for a set measurement and advice.

Are the Shop Light Fixtures direct-mountable to a ceiling?

Are the shop light fixtures direct-mountable to a ceiling, or do they have to go on hooks/chains? My ceiling isn't quick high enough to put them on chains. I'm happy to modify/drill/tap etc., the fixture as needed. 

Our LED Shop Light Fixtures were designed for hook-and-chain installation, rather than direct-mounting.

That being said, there are likely other mounting options available that would not damage the interior product hardware and potentially void the warranty.

Can I screw the Shop Light Fixture directly into the ceiling?

I'm interested in NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture. I'm turning our garage into an art studio for my wife and this seems like the product for us. The garage is finished, and I'm hoping to attach these directly to the ceiling. They aren't that heavy, right? It will be ok if I screw the mounting screw directly into the ceiling, and not necessarily into the joists, right?

As the LED Shop Light fixtures weigh roughly 4.4 pounds, we would not expect that these products would be heavy enough to cause excess strain on a mounting surface such as ceilings.

What is the difference between NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture and the D50 5000K LED Shop Light Fixture for Color Matching?

What is the difference between NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture and the D50 5000K LED Shop Light Fixture for Color Matching (ISO3664:2000)? I'll be doing mainly ceramics, with some printmaking in my studio. 

We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture and the D50 5000K LED Shop Light Fixture for Color Matching (ISO3664:2000) are identical products that are provided unique landing pages for marketing purposes.

As such, you can expect that the performance and color accuracy will be identical across both items. We would like to sincerely apologize for any confusion that this might have caused in your planning purposes.

What light bulbs come in the Shop Light Fixture?

What light bulb comes in the NorthLux 95 LED shop Light Fixture? Is the light bulb the same as the Art & Studio T8 LED Tube?

Our NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture is an integrated product that contains the lighting strips pre-installed. This product is designed with two lengths of applied lighting products within the housing, as opposed to the removable tube lights that you might find in a traditional fluorescent fixture.

Artist Space Lighting

I'm an artist and want help in picking the right lighting for my studio. I think NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light 5000K is the best choice, but I'd like to double-check. I see that it's back-ordered, when could I receive it? 

Our NorthLux line of products is indeed a great option for studio lighting!

Please tell me about other lighting that's good for an artist studio. The room is 10x12' with no natural light. Ceiling is about 8' high. I need great light over my table ,but if I can light the whole room that's even better.

Our options here would depend on the lighting fixture you would like to use.

​For example, we have some T8 LED tube lights which would require a 4-ft fixture to house the lamps. Alternatively, our A19 lamps will fit in standard screw-in lamp fixtures (E26).

​I have included the relevant product links below. If you can let me know a bit more about what you have in mind in terms of fixtures, please let us know and I'd be glad to assist.

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Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light fixture for Studio Space

I am interested in this product and may want to buy several in a packet but have some questions not answered on the website.

I want to hang the fixture(s) on the ceiling which is slanted and about 12-14 feet high. Will the bulbs have enough intensity to help me work on tables below these lights? Will the light be strong enough? How long are the chains that hold the fixtures to the ceiling? Can you send longer chains?

Though the LED Shop Light Fixture packaging contains a short chain for hanging, you might prefer to utilize a longer, third-party chain for your installation, as the light output of this item may not be enough to sufficiently illuminate a workspace that far from the light source.

I do not have electrical outlets in the ceiling and must use wall plugs for the overhead fixtures. How long are the plug cords that come out of the lights? Do you also sell extension cords and are using one that is quite long and safe? Can you install longer cords at the company before you ship them?

As the power cable for these fixtures is 60” (152cm) in length, we might recommend purchasing a longer extension cord so that the fixture can be plugged into the available wall outlets.

It might also be helpful to know that these shop lights can be daisy chained together, to utilize a single power source.

We do not sell longer power cords and are unable to include custom-length wiring within the product housing. Further, using a longer, the third-party power supply should not affect the output in any way.

When you say the fixture comes with a “fixed bulb”, what does that mean exactly? Are the bulbs changeable in the future and readily available at hardware stores, etc.? How long does this LED bulb last?

The “fixed bulb” refers to the LED lighting lengths which are pre-installed into the fixture housing. These lights cannot be replaced, and are installed directly into the hardware.

Describe the "pack of six”. Are that six separate fixtures? What is the weight of this package when shipped? I have an upstairs studio and have to arrange for help to get a very heavy package up there.

I can confirm that the LED Shop Light fixture 6-Packs are shipped within a single carton. Each unit is packed within a carton, containing accessories and instructions. I can also confirm that the 6-Pack of LED Shop Lights should have a total shipment weight of 26.4 lbs.

Do you have any other thoughts or suggestions for me? I am an artist and not very “handy” but I like the idea that I can take these fixtures with me to another studio if I have to move.

Based on the details provided, it does appear that the LED Shop Light Fixtures could be a great solution for your studio space! These products are quite easy to install and adjust, which could be useful for future installations.

If the bulbs are permanent - how long do they last? When they burn out the entire fixture has to be discarded, right? I believe that LED bulbs do last quite a long time but what is the lifetime and is there a warranty on the bulbs, thus fixture?

We can confirm that once the lighting within the LED shop light fixture experiences failure, the lights within the fixture cannot be replaced. As such, the fixture will likely require disposal and replacement at that time.

I can also confirm that our LED bulbs, such as our CENTRIC HOME™ Full Spectrum Flicker-Free A19 10W LED Bulbs, have a 3-year, 25,000-hours lifetime.

In the instance that any of our products experience a manufacturer defect or issue during the warranty period, simply let us know and we would be glad to issue a replacement product free of charge.

For more information regarding our warranty process, I have attached the link to our policy below. Waveform Lighting Warranty Policy: https://www.waveformlighting.com/support/warranty-policy

Proper LED Products for Art Studio Lighting

I am an artist and have been on a long quest for proper lighting for my easel that will not distort colors. I have an east-facing window. I have read through much of your fantastic website, which is well done and very informative. I have a few questions:

Noting that I have an east-facing (not north) light source and think I would like the dimmable NorthLux™ 95 CRI BR30 LED Bulb for Artwork & Studio Edison bulbs would you recommend the 5000k or the 6500K?

​Both color temperatures should work well for your needs; however, 6500K is generally a better fit for north-facing windows. As such, you may prefer the 5000K for your east-facing window setup. 

​Please see below for additional insights from our blog:

https://www.waveformlighting.com/art-painting/difference-between-5000k-and-6500k-bulbs

​What would 800 lumens equate to in incandescent wats? I couldn’t find a scale to show me how lumen output compares to incandescent wats, which is what I am used to when comparing light brightness. If I get two of these which are 800 lumen or 60W halogen will these give me essentially 1600 lumens on my painting surface (depending on the distance of course)?

​800 lumens is approximately equal to a 60-watt incandescent bulb. You are exactly right that two bulbs would add up directly to 1600 lumens and provide twice the brightness.

​Do keep in mind, though, that incandescent lamps emit a much warmer 2700K color tone, so it can be a bit difficult to compare brightness when discussing daylight-calibrated bulbs. Nonetheless, it is certainly a good ballpark estimate when it comes to relative brightness levels!

​There are so many different light sources to consider when creating a painting: reference source (photo, print, iPad, computer, life), natural outside light (weather dependent), studio light (intensity, color, placement including projection on both paintings and palette), photographing final work for publication and giclee printing, and gallery or home viewing of the finished painting. I read on your site that a device’s screen can emit blue light. So, is it probable that this is the first point where color can become distorted?

​That is exactly right - most digital displays will be calibrated to D65 (6500K) but of course, depending on the level of sophistication and quality, the calibration may or may not be accurate. Even natural daylight, as you mention, can change depending on the weather and season, so that can be difficult to navigate as well.

​That is where high-quality studio lighting comes in and can provide some consistency and accuracy. I have seen some customers even block out their windows and replace them with our lamps because the natural lighting was too inconsistent due to changing weather and time of day. Ironically, the only way to ensure consistent lighting would be to only use a high-quality, full-spectrum artificial light source, day and night.​

​If an artist is working primarily from an iPad should they choose the 6500K light because it matches the blue light from the iPad or goes with the 5000K because it will color compensate?

​Unfortunately, it does not seem that Apple likes to publish technical data about their iPad product and I was unable to confirm if their screens are calibrated to D65 (6500K). That being said, I believe almost all digital displays are calibrated to D65, so there is a strong likelihood that the iPad product line is also D65 calibrated.

​If so, the 6500K light source will be a better match to the iPad, since as you mentioned correctly, the 5000K will be a bit "warmer."

​(Here is some additional information on D65: https://www.waveformlighting.com/color-matching/what-is-d65-and-what-is-it-used-for)

​So many questions, but your team seems to have the technical expertise to answer them and for the various combinations of light. If these bulbs and your recommendations turn out to be the Holy Grail of Art Studio lighting, I would like to share it or see it as a feature article or workshop with my local, national, and international art society membership because many artists seem to struggle with this lighting issue because it is such a science complicated by the ever-changing variety of bulbs and diverse lighting comparison scales. Also, would you have any discounts available for our membership? 

We would be honored to have you share your experience working with our products! As a general policy, we do not offer any group or membership discounts, but I would be more than happy to share the opportunity with our team at that time.

Shop Lighting for Auto Detailing

Would like to talk with someone regarding lighting for a shop for paint correction and also for home lighting fixtures we have.

Our 95 CRI LED products sound like a great fit for auto detailing.

​Our most popular product for such locations is our NorthLux shop light product, which I have linked to below:

Depending on whether or not you have existing T8 fixtures, our NorthLux T8 lamps may also be a good fit:

LED Light Fixtures for Art Studio Lighting

I have a 13' X 21' painting studio with a two story 12/12 pitch ceiling with two skylights on the 13 foot north end.

The dimensions are a great starting point and I appreciate you providing this data. I plugged in dimensions of 13 x 21 x 11 ft into the Lumen Estimation Calculator, which recommends a total of 22,600 lumens to meet the brightness needs of an art studio (approximately 80 footcandles).

​The target of 22,600 lumens should be our overall guiding target in terms of brightness, so this will be an important number to keep in mind!

​I need studio lighting.

The two crucial aspects of color quality when it comes to studio lighting are color temperature and color rendering. In terms of color temperature, daylight-calibrated color temperatures are best for art studios. We offer both 5000K and 6500K as color temperature options, and these values roughly correspond to noon-sun daylight and north-facing daylight, respectively. Additional information is available in our blog post below:

https://www.waveformlighting.com/art-painting/difference-between-5000k-and-6500k-bulbs

​In terms of color rendering, higher color rendering ensures accurate color representation. For painters, for example, this means that when you observe a particular paint color during the daytime, the same paint material appears the exact same during evening hours when viewed under a high CRI light source, but may appear different when viewed under a low CRI light source. This will obviously cause issues with color judgment and consistency.

​Track lighting is installed on two 13' overhead beams centered in the space at 11' up. I need overall work light. Do you recommend hanging shop lights above the beams (how many) or using linear light fixtures attached to the beams (how many). Would linear lights provide enough light?

Going back to our brightness target of 22,600 lumens, we can back-calculate the following:

​Shop Light Fixtures @ 4200 lumens each = 6 fixtures

T5 Linear Light Fixtures (4-ft) @ 1800 lumens each = 13 fixtures

​According to these calculations, either of these options will provide sufficient light across your space. You could, of course, even do a little bit of mixing and matching with fixture type and installation location to increase the amount of brightness in certain areas of your studios where it is most needed.

​I have an electrical box in the ceiling on both side above the track beam. These aren't dimmable so I don't want to be blasted out either. What do you recommend? 

Unfortunately you are correct in pointing out that these fixtures are not dimmable. The best alternative solution we can suggest here would be to connect the fixtures on separate light switch circuits so that you can manually choose between full and partial brightness. (This may be especially useful since you may have sufficient daylight coming in during the daytime from your skylight).

Does the NorthLux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture come with the tube lights?

Does the Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture 4025.50 come with the tube lights already? How many lights are on the fixture and which replacement lights do I order? 

Yes. We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture is an integrated product that contains the lighting units pre-installed. This product is designed with two lengths of applied lighting products within the housing and does not utilize traditional T8 tube lighting.

After the warranty is up after 3 years and the lights go bad, are the lights replaceable? If so which ones? 

The lighting units within the fixture are unfortunately not replaceable, as they are designed to be fully integrated into the product housing. As such, if the lights within the product fail, the full unit would require replacement.

If a fixture with swappable lighting units is preferred, we might recommend utilizing a third-party T8 light fixture with our LED tube light products such as the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ Full Spectrum Flicker-Free T8 LED Tube Light. These products also feature a 3-year warranty and can be easily replaced if they experience failure or malfunction.

What is the benefit of purchasing the lighting units that are built into the fixture over purchasing a light fixture with swappable lighting units? I notice you have both. I'm trying to decide which one is best for me. I'm an artist and need good overhead lighting.

Our T8 LED tube light fixtures can be beneficial for installations where a customer prefers to use pre-existing retrofit fluorescent fixtures. For some spaces such as offices or rental areas, replacing ceiling lighting is more difficult than simply replacing the lighting within the fixtures.

Further, some customers prefer to have the flexibility of changing the color temperatures of the lights within the fixtures.

Alternatively, some customers prefer to have a dedicated color temperature light that can be easily installed and replaced as a whole unit. Customers who are working in garages, studios, and other retrofit areas might prefer such a product that allows for flexibility without installing a permanent fixture.

Choosing between Shop Light Fixtures and T8 LED Tubes for Art Studio Lighting

I’m a painter looking for shop lights for my art studio, and I’m trying to decide between purchasing your Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures or your NorthLux 95 CRI T8 LED Tubes for Art & Studio. I have several questions: 

In terms of lighting an art studio, do you recommend one of these options over the other? Is there a difference in the quality of light they provide?

Our daylight color temperature products are a great fit for an art studio, and generally speaking, all products under our "NorthLux" brand would be an excellent fit.

As you mention, however, many of the lighting requirements for artwork and other applications, such as studio photography, do overlap quite a bit. As such, you may see several of our products which are listed on separate product pages even though the underlying product is the same. (Please see my response to your question below about the CENTRIC DAYLIGH vs NorthLux, for example).

And if you recommend I purchase the LED tubes, is there a hanging fixture you recommend that will work well with them?

​We don't have any specific recommendations, and it is a bit difficult to locate compatible fixtures since many fixtures available on the market today are geared towards fluorescent lamps and not LED lamps.

Our LED lamps can be used with fluorescent fixtures as long as they either contain a compatible fluorescent ballast, or the fluorescent ballast is bypassed.

​We would recommend performing a search for "LED ready" fluorescent fixtures or consider the shop-light style LED fixtures you mention below.

Does the Northlux 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture have a frosted cover on it? Or is the cover clear, exposing the LED strips?

Our previous batch of shop light fixtures did not have a frosted cover, so the photos you see on the website will also reflect this and show the individual LED diodes. Our new batches, however, have a frosted cover, allowing for a more diffused and distributed light output.

What is the difference between your Centric Daylight and Northlux lines? Would the Centric Daylight tube lights also work well in an art studio?

​Both the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT and NorthLux product lines have the same underlying technical specifications. As mentioned above, these product markets have identical or very similar lighting requirements and the products can be used for either application.

The best way to confirm whether products are identical or not would be to check the part numbers listed under the product name on each product page.

I noticed that the Centric Daylight tube lights are flicker-free, which sounds great. Do the Northlux lights have a flicker? 

​The NorthLux lamps are also flicker-free, so that would be a nice benefit for an art studio as well (even though we are not actively marketing it as such at the moment).

If I order the light fixtures now, will the ones I receive have the frosted cover? In case it makes a difference, I plan on getting a six-pack of the 5000k ones. 

Yes, any orders placed now or in the future for the NorthLux shop light fixtures (5000K) will have the frosted cover on them.

Just to clarify, is the entire NorthLux line of products flicker-free, including the shop light fixtures?

The new 5000K fixtures are both flicker-free and have a frosted cover.

In case the shop light fixtures don't work out for me, is it possible for Waveform Lighting to schedule a pickup for the return from my home? I'm located in California. 

We offer free return shipping via a pre-paid USPS Priority Mail shipping label. USPS offers complimentary pickup at most residences so if this works for you, we should not have any issues accommodating the pickup request!

Is it safe to plug the shop light fixtures into an extension cord, even when daisy-chaining multiple fixtures? My studio ceiling is very high and the 60-inch power cable won't reach any outlets without an extension cord.  

Yes, as long as you do not exceed the amperage rating on the extension cord, you should not have any issues. The amperage is calculated based on the individual amperage ratings of each fixture (0.4 amps) multiplied by the number of fixtures you plan on daisy-chaining.

For example, four fixtures would have an amperage of 1.6 amps (0.4 amps x 4 fixtures) so you will want to make sure the extension cable has a rating that exceeds 1.6 amps.

Full Spectrum LED Lights for Home Gym and Film Studio

I am converting a barn into a home gym that will also be used as a film studio to create content. I've been told that full-spectrum LED lights would be ideal. Hoping you can guide me to determine if your products are right, and which ones to choose. 

Based on the details that were provided for your gym and studio space, there are a few products that we might recommend. We would be more than happy to provide further details and advice about each product mentioned upon request, as well.

For example, we sell the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture, which is a great option for installations where non-permanent lighting options are preferred, as it can be easily re-arranged and mounted using the included hanging chains and hooks. This integrated product requires no accessories and can be daisy-chained with other units, but it is unfortunately not compatible with dimmers.

If you would prefer to utilize new T8 tube light fixtures in your space to have the benefit of easily swappable lighting, we might recommend the NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio products.

Further, we also offer our LED strip light products. As an overview, these products are sold in reels and are compatible with in-wall power connections and wall dimmers. These strip lights can be configured in multiple ways and can be mounted using products such as our aluminum channels. These lights are also compatible with third-party lighting systems such as Lutron Caseta.

For more information regarding our LED strip lights, we have attached an article from our website below.

LED Strip Lights: Everything you need to know before you buy: https://www.waveformlighting.com/led-strip-lights

By using our lumen estimation calculator tool, we estimate that the space described would be fully illuminated by 18,821 lumens. As each product emits a different amount of light, we might recommend either 5 LED shop light fixtures (at 4200 lumens emitted per fixture), 11 T8 LED tube lights (at 1800 lumens emitted per light), or 42 feet of LED strip lights (which emit 450 lumens per foot) for your space as options.

5000K Lighting for Oil Painting Studio

I just found your website and would like to purchase an LED tube light for my oil painting studio, but noticed that your NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture is sold out until 2-1-21. This sounds like the best option for me, but could you recommend an alternative? I'm noticing that you have T8 bulbs that would work with a regular fluorescent fixture. Could you point me to a fixture that would work well with these bulbs? Or is the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture a much better solution because of the diffuser and the integrated LED tubes? I'm interested in 5000K, but maybe you could suggest why I would want to go to 6500K?

We can confirm that our LED Shop Light Fixture is a great option for your lighting needs. You may take advantage of our 30-day return policy if you would like to try the product in your studio.

We can also confirm that our T8 LED tube light products can be utilized in any existing T8 fixture, though we do recommend installing these products within fixtures that do not utilize ballast or bypass the ballast entirely. More information about these installation types can be found on our T8 product specification sheet, which I have linked below.

Specification sheet link: https://www.waveformlighting.com/datasheets/UM_4020.pdf

We also have a terrific article on our website which describes the differences between 5000K and 6500K in detail, which might prove to be useful in your planning.

Difference Between 5000K and 6500K Bulbs: https://www.waveformlighting.com/art-painting/difference-between-5000k-and-6500k-bulbs

Do you sell 5000K light bulbs for track lighting? See attached image. I probably need to get you some sort of code off the bulb itself. See attached image.

Based off of the photo that was shared, it appears that the lights within your track system are BR30 bulbs​.

We're happy to confirm that we sell the 5000K Full Spectrum E26 BR30 LED Bulb products, which are often installed within similar track lighting systems. This product also features compatibility with dimmers.

Photon Series Full Spectrum LED Grow Lights for Horticulture

I am trying to order (2)- Photon 2000 Series Full Spectrum LED Grow Lights. I can't seem to find them on your website.

We regret to inform you that the Photon 2000 Series product is currently discontinued.

We, unfortunately, don't have anything similar, but the closest options for horticulture would be our PhotonBlast, PhotonTube and our PhotonPanel products. Please see the product links below:

Can I hardwire the LED Shop Lights to the ceiling?

Would an electrician be able to ‘hardwire’ the Shop Lights to the ceiling replacing the regular ceiling light? I’m trying to figure out how to change the light over my work table without having cords hanging from the ceiling.

The shop lights are unfortunately not designed to be hard-wired and modifying the product is not recommended and would result in voiding the warranty.​From a purely electrical standpoint, however, the fixture could be configured to be connected directly to the wiring in your ceiling/walls and would operate without any performance issues. We would recommend consulting with your electrician as well as fire and safety regulators for further guidance.

As an alternative, we would perhaps suggest installing ceiling fixtures that can house our T8 lamps, which can be used to provide the same level of light quality as shop lights.

Do you have a commercial high-bay/suspended-type lights?

We are building an addition to our brewery and would like to know if there are commercial high-bay/suspended-type lights for a taproom and brewery space.

Our high CRI and full spectrum lamps sound like. a great option for lighting up a brewery and providing a high-end lighting atmosphere.

For high-bay installations, the first aspect would be to consider what type of fixture you would like to utilize for the space. If, for example, you have existing T8 fixtures, our T8 LED lamps may be a great option for such retrofit applications: https://store.waveformlighting.com/products/centric-daylight-full-spectrum-flicker-free-t8-led-tube-light

Alternatively, if you do not have any fixtures in place (or if this is for a new build), you may want to consider our hanging shoplight fixtures or our integrated T5 fixtures. These products have LEDs integrated into the fixture, so there is no need to purchase the fixture and lamps separately. Please see below for additional product information:

Difference between the NorthLux and D50

I am interested in purchasing some light bulbs for a fixture being installed in my studio to supplement our North light window into the evening hours. I am looking at the NorthLux and D50 bulbs and wondering what the distinctions between the two bulbs are. It seems the NorthLux is best suited to our needs, however, our electrician is recommending the D50. 

Our NorthLux products are offered in both 5000K and 6500K. The 6500K color option is likely to be an excellent match for the natural light you currently have coming in from your north-facing window. Some visual artists and other professionals do prefer 5000K as it provides a bit less blue and is a more neutral color point.

For additional insights into the difference between these two color temperatures, please see below:

https://www.waveformlighting.com/art-painting/difference-between-5000k-and-6500k-bulbs

Our NorthLux products in 5000K are actually the same product as the D50, and the products are listed on multiple product pages for marketing purposes. We do apologize for any confusion caused!

Does NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture include the bulbs or do they need to be bought separately?

I am an artist and am interested in your product. Two questions, does the product include the bulbs or do they need to be bought separately? Which is better for an artist, the 5000K or the 6500K?

We can confirm that the LED Shop Light Fixture contains the lighting within the product housing. As such, there is no need for additional hardware to utilize this product.

Regarding the color temperature options, we might recommend 5000K for artwork creation, though this selection may come down to preference as both can be very good options for artwork. The 5000K color temperate option will emit light that is similar to neutral daylight, with a balanced white color.

Alternatively, the 6000K color temperature option will be more similar to north-facing full daylight.

Does the 4026.4f.50 4 ft do the same thing? Do I need to order a separate bulb or is it included? 

We're happy to confirm that the T5 Linear Light Fixture products contain integrated LEDs, and do not require any modification for operation.

However, the product does contain mounting accessories that can be used for installation.

Which bulbs are needed for starting seedlings?

I have a 6 foot table on which my plants will be started as seedlings. I want to order the 6500 K (LED setup) bulbs and I will need a fixture as well. The online photographs look like the fixture will hold two LED bulbs at a time. Do I need to order the fixture and two bulbs? Or do I need two fixtures and four bulbs total for my growing space?

Our PhotonBlast fixture in 6500K (link below) sounds like a great option for seedlings. Each fixture includes integrated LED emitters, so there is no need to purchase any separate lamps.

​You'll be able to simply plug the light fixture in with the included cord, without the need to install any separate lamps.

For seedling growth, each fixture is generally sufficient to cover 4-6 sq ft of surface area. Depending on the width of your 6-ft table, you may want to purchase several of these fixtures to ensure sufficient coverage.

Overhead LED Lights Fixtures for Dental Lab Lighting

I have a dental lab and want to use overhead lights to create natural light to match shades for teeth on my bench top. I have no fixture but I need to get one or more. It would flush mount or hang. Ceiling is 70 inches above bench top. 

Our 95 CRI / full spectrum light sources are likely to be a great fit for the application. 

Below are two fixture products that may fit your needs well. Please let us know your thoughts:

Full Spectrum LED Light for Car Repair/Restoration

30 ft. X 40 ft. with 12 ft. ceiling. All white inside. Used for car repair/restoration. Need light to reach under car lift. Did I do the calculator right? 120,000 lumens? The full spectrum is nice. 

I have attached the store links below for the products which were discussed during the call. If you could provide further details about the space, we would be more than happy to provide some more specific product recommendations as well as product quantity suggestions.

The NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture was the primary product which was discussed. Although this item is currently back-ordered until February, this integrated fixture can be easily hung using the included chains and hooks. This product can also be daisy-chained together for easy installation.

In the event that you would prefer to use mounted ceiling fixtures which utilize tube lighting, we might recommend the CENTRIC DAYLIGHT™ Full Spectrum Flicker-Free T8 LED Tube Light product.

For the installation which was described, we recommend the 5000K color temperature option. The light which would be emitted by 5000K light sources would be neutral, balanced, and very similar to natural daylight.

Difference between D50 and Centric Daylight

What is the difference between the D50 and the Centric Daylight?

While both the D50 and CENTRIC DAYLIGHT products offer a 5000K color temperature, the D50 products are calibrated to a specific ISO color point for color viewing applications. For more information, please see below:

​https://www.waveformlighting.com/color-matching/what-is-d50-for-graphic-arts-printing

T8 LED Tube Lights and Shop Light Fixture for Art Studio

I am building a brand new studio for my art practice and I have been recommended your NorthLux™ 95 CRI T8 LED Tube for Art & Studio. Please could you advise on the light fixtures I should be looking at? I see that you say any T8 fitting will work but do you have any ones you prefer that work the best with your tubes, I am looking at a suspended 4ft system that will run in a line. 

We can confirm that our T8 LED tube lights will indeed function in any fixtures which utilize the G13 Medium Bi-Pin connection style.

While we do not have any specific light fixture recommendations, we do recommend installing the T8 LED tube lights within fixtures that do not use florescent ballasts, as the ballasts may cause issues depending on the model.

In case they prove to be useful, I have provided links below for the ballast-bypass installation instructions, as well as the list of supported ballasts.

Installation instructions: https://www.waveformlighting.com/datasheets/UM_4020.pdf

Tested ballast list: https://www.waveformlighting.com/files/CD4020.txt

I want to know if your NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture has the same light output and color as the tubes, can they be joined or held together in a line (probably 4) and can they be hardwired so I can switch all on together vs hang cords?

We can confirm that the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures feature the ability to be daisy-chained together using the included cord.

However, as the product comes with a wire and plug already installed within the unit, it cannot be hardwired without modification.

How to interconnect the 6 6500K 95 CRI Shop Light Fixtures for Art Studio

I need to put 6 of the light fixtures in a row, spread out in a 45-foot-long room. How do these interconnect? Can I install 1 receptacle and connect the rest? There should be about 3 feet between fixtures.

The lamps can be daisy chained up to 8 fixtures, so installing 6 of these in your location using just one receptacle should be no problem at all.

​The power cable length is 5 ft, so bridging the 3 ft distance should also be perfectly fine.

Please see below for additional installation information:

https://www.waveformlighting.com/datasheets/UM_4025.pdf

High CRI 95+ 6500K E26 Color Grading room for editing, coloring matching, and finishing videos and still projects.

I'm looking for a lighting solution for a color grading room for editing, coloring matching, and finishing videos and still projects. In looking through your catalog, there appear to be several matches however they are not specifically listed under the color-matching category. Can you list every product that meets the above specs including non-E26 models?

Currently, the only E26 bulb that explicitly meets the D65 ISO color metric is the NorthLux 6500K A19 bulb. Please see below for the product link:

For non-E26, you may also be interested in our shop light and integrated fixture products, which are shown below:

Disposal of LED fixtures with integrated LED tube light

I am interested in replacing fluorescent shop light fixtures with LED fixtures. How does one dispose of the LED fixture with integrated LED tubes at the end of its use?

While the specific laws and regulations may depend on your local authorities, integrated LED fixtures are typically considered universal waste and will require a special disposal process.

Please see below for a detailed write up on this topic:

https://www.waveformlighting.com/home-residential/are-led-lamps-considered-universal-waste-how-to-dispose-of-led-lamps-properly

Here is a link to the federal regulations which have a very broad definition of "lamps":

https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=0501d91ec562faafa833c60c2404d806&mc=true&node=pt40.27.273&rgn=div5#se40.29.273_15

Are your Shop Light Fixtures dimmable?

Unfortunately, our LED Shop Light Fixtures do not have dimming capabilities.​That being said, we do offer many other lighting products which can be used with dimmers, such as our LED strip lights and LED bulbs.

Need assistance selecting LED lights for painting and sculpture studio

We are interested in utilizing your LED lighting products and are searching for assistance in the selection of proper lighting for a painting and sculpture studio.

We had anticipated that we would utilize LED tube lighting flush with the ceiling primarily for our working lighting. What would you recommend?

We offer numerous full-spectrum, daylight-calibrated LED lights that would be an excellent fit for your painting and sculpture studio.

If you are seeking an LED tube lighting solution, our NorthLux™ T8 LED tube lights would be your best bet. These lamps work in existing 4-ft fluorescent fixtures with compatible or bypassed ballasts. If you prefer not to worry about fixture compatibility, or you need to purchase new fixtures for a new studio construction project, these LED tube lights can also be used in our LED-ready T8 fixtures.

Alternatively, you may also want to consider our NorthLux™ LED shop lights and T5 linear fixture options. These alternatives offer the same 95 CRI, daylight-calibrated light quality, but depending on the aesthetics and wiring requirements, may also be viable options.

Lighting up a garage with no windows

I am looking to light up a garage with no windows. It is horrendously hot here in the summer and I want to be able to work in my garage with the doors closed, with the air-conditioning on. Looking into high CRI lighting so that it is nicer in there with good quality light.

The summer heat issue is totally understandable and it sounds like high CRI lighting is definitely a great solution!

For starters, LED lights emit far less heat than fluorescent and incandescent lamps, so regardless of which LED product you ultimately install, you will certainly be helping to keep your garage cooler, and you'll also be able to double-dip on electricity savings as your air-conditioning unit will not need to work as hard.

For garage lighting installations, our 95 CRI LED shop lights have been some of the most popular. Below is an actual installation from one of our customers, courtesy of Mike Fitzpatrick from Liquid Audio.

The LED shop lights are designed to be hung using the included hanging chains, and plug into any electrical outlet, so these are a great option if you're looking for some highly focused light output without having to perform any wiring work. The daisy-chain capability of these lights may also be an added benefit.

Another option would be our 95 CRI T5 linear fixtures. These fixtures also plug into any electrical outlet and can be daisy chained, but are designed to be mounted directly using the included screw or magnet mounts. In terms of aesthetics and installation, these offer a more slim and compact footprint.

Below is an actual customer photo from one of our customers, courtesy of Jimmy Sig.

Finally, if you have existing fluorescent lamp fixtures, our 95 CRI T8 LED lamps may be the most straightforward and low-cost solution. These lamps can be used to directly replace the 4-ft fluorescent lamps currently in your fixture. You'll see approximately the same quantity of light (brightness) but you'll immediately notice the improvement in the quality of light!

This is a great option if you already have the fixtures, as you won't need to perform any extra installation or rewiring work (unless the fluorescent ballast is not compatible with our lamps), keeping both fixture and labor costs down. The added benefit is that if you already have fluorescent lamps in place, you'll have a rough idea of the light distribution and brightness so you won't need to worry as much about fixture placement and modifications.

Are bulbs included with the LED shop light fixtures?

Do I need to purchase separate bulbs for the shop fixture or are they included?

Our LED shop light fixtures does not require any additional bulbs, due to the fact that the LED emitters are integrated within the unit. Simply plug the lights into an electrical socket, and pull the hanging chain to turn the unit on.

Is your LED shop light dimmable?

Looking at buying the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixtures for my garage shop. Can these be dimmed? Is any specific dimmer recommended?

Our LED shop light fixtures would be a great fit for your garage shop!

Unfortunately, the NorthLux™ 95 CRI LED Shop Light Fixture product is not compatible with any dimmers.

That being said, depending on your level of comfort with wiring systems, we do offer many LED strip lights which are compatible with our dimmers and power supplies.​

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