Sports lighting must help spectators see the ball, the players and the field boundaries, so horizontal lux alone is never enough.
Natural phrases such as LED sports flood lights, high mast sports lighting and stadium glare control can be used.
Start with the sport type
Football, basketball, tennis and multi-use courts need very different illuminance and distribution.
- Separate field sizes
- Check viewing direction
- Check night use
Height and aiming matter
Mounting height and tilt control glare and uniformity.
- Control high-angle brightness
- Check spill light
- Check maintenance method
Power is only part of the answer
At the same wattage, different optics produce very different real-world results.
- Check peak intensity
- Check coverage
- Check commissioning records
State the plan directly
Sports-lighting plans should state venue type, pole height, wattage range, optics, glare control and commissioning method.
- Add site conditions
- Add key parameters
- Add acceptance questions
