How to Install UFO High Bay LED Lights

Installing UFO High Bay LED Lighting: A Step-by-Step Guide

UFO high bay LED lights, recognized for their distinctive round shape and low-profile design, offer brilliant and efficient lighting solutions for expansive indoor areas like warehouses, factories, sports facilities, and retail stores. These lights serve as superior alternatives to conventional metal halide or fluorescent high bay lights, thanks to their energy efficiency, extended lifespan, and superior lighting quality.

In this guide, we will walk you through the process of installing UFO high bay LED lights, ensuring you're well-prepared and safe throughout the installation.

Step 1: Selecting the Ideal UFO High Bay LED Lights

Prior to installation, it's crucial to pick the most suitable UFO high bay LED lights for your specific requirements. Key considerations include:

• Lumen Output: Lumens measure the brightness of the light. The ideal lumen output is contingent on your area's size, ceiling height, and intended use. Generally, 10-20 lumens per square foot are recommended for lower ceilings (below 20 feet), while 20-40 lumens per square foot are better for higher ceilings (above 20 feet).
• Energy Consumption (Wattage): Wattage indicates how much energy the light uses. Lower wattage means reduced energy consumption. Typically, 100-150 watts are suitable for lower ceilings, and 150-400 watts for higher ceilings.
• Color Temperature: Measured in Kelvin (K), this determines the light's hue, from warm (yellow) to cool (blue) tones. The choice depends on your preference and the activities in the area. Commonly, 3000K-4000K is used for a warm ambiance, and 5000K-6500K for a brighter, cooler effect.
• Beam Angle: This indicates how wide the light spreads. A narrower beam (60°-90°) is ideal for focused lighting, while a wider beam (120°-150°) suits broader coverage.

You can find these specifications on the product page or the light's label. Online tools and consultations with lighting professionals can also assist in making the best choice. 

Step 2: Gathering Your Tools and Materials

Once you've selected the appropriate lights, gather the necessary tools and materials for installation:

• UFO high bay LED lights: Available for purchase on our website.
• Mounting hardware: Often included with the lights; if not, they're available separately.
• Electrical wiring: For connecting the lights to your power source.
• Safety equipment: A sturdy ladder or lift, and appropriate safety gear.
• Installation tools: Screwdrivers, drills, pliers, wire strippers, connectors, and electrical tape.

Step 3: Install the Mounting Brackets or Hooks

1. Power Safety: Before you start the installation, you need to turn off the power to the existing fixtures or the circuit where you want to install the UFO high bay LED lights. You can use a voltage tester to make sure the power is off.
2. Remove Existing Fixtures: If you are replacing the existing lights, you need to remove them carefully and disconnect the wires. You can use a screwdriver, pliers, and wire nuts to do this. Make sure you dispose of the old lights properly and recycle them if possible.
3. Mark Installation Points: Use a tape measure, level, and pencil to mark where the hardware will go, adhering to the spacing and height guidelines for your chosen lights.
4. Drill the holes: You need to drill the holes for the mounting brackets or hooks. You can use a drill and a drill bit to do this. Make sure you use the right size and type of drill bit for the material of the ceiling or the existing fixtures.
5. Attach the mounting brackets or hooks: You need to attach the mounting brackets or hooks to the ceiling or the existing fixtures. You can use a screwdriver and screws to do this. Make sure you tighten the screws securely and align the mounting brackets or hooks properly. 

Step 4: Setting Up the UFO High Bay LED Lights

The final step is to install the UFO high bay LED lights to the mounting brackets or hooks:

1. Attach the Lights: You need to hang the UFO high bay LED lights to the mounting brackets or hooks. You can use the hook-type mounting or the eyelet-type mounting, depending on the type of UFO high bay LED lights and the type of mounting brackets or hooks. Make sure you hang the UFO high bay LED lights securely and evenly, and adjust the angle if needed.
2. Wire Connections: You need to connect the power cord or wire of the UFO high bay LED lights to the power source. You can use the plug-type connection or the hard-wire connection, depending on the type of UFO high bay LED lights and the type of power source. Make sure you follow the wiring diagram and the color code, and use a wire stripper, wire nuts, and tape to make the connections. Make sure you cover the exposed wires and secure the connections.
3. Power Test: After you have installed and connected the UFO high bay LED lights, you need to turn on the power and test the lights. You can use a switch or a remote control to do this. Make sure the UFO high bay LED lights are working properly and provide the desired light output and quality. 

Congratulations on successfully installing your UFO high bay LED lights! Enjoy the enhanced lighting in your space. For any queries or assistance, reach out to us at hello@ledex.ie or call +353 74 916 8625