LED Fixtures

LED fixtures are complete lighting assemblies that integrate advanced solid-state lighting technology with precision optics, thermal management, and electrical components to deliver efficient, long-lasting illumination. Unlike traditional fixtures designed around replaceable bulbs, many modern LED fixtures incorporate the light source directly into the assembly, creating purpose-built solutions optimized for specific applications. While we're primarily known for our extensive bulb inventory, we also offer a selection of LED fixtures for applications where integrated LED technology provides superior performance and value.

The distinction between LED fixtures and traditional fixtures matters more than many people realize. LED technology has fundamentally transformed fixture design possibilities. Because LEDs generate significantly less heat than incandescent, fluorescent, or HID sources, LED fixtures can be dramatically slimmer, lighter, and more versatile. The directional nature of LED light allows for more efficient optical designs with less wasted light. The long lifespan of LEDs—typically 50,000 to 100,000 hours—means many LED fixtures eliminate bulb changes for 10-15 years or more in typical applications, dramatically reducing maintenance costs.

LED fixtures excel in thermal management, which directly impacts performance and longevity. Quality LED fixtures incorporate heatsinks, thermal interfaces, and airflow designs that keep LED junction temperatures within optimal ranges. This thermal management ensures the fixture delivers its rated light output, maintains its color quality, and achieves its projected lifespan. Poor thermal design in cheap LED fixtures leads to premature LED degradation, color shift, and early failure.

Application-specific requirements drive LED fixture selection. Outdoor LED fixtures need appropriate ingress protection (IP) ratings to withstand moisture, dust, and temperature extremes. Hazardous location LED fixtures must meet specific certifications for explosive atmospheres while managing the electrical components safely. Retail LED fixtures require precise optical control and high color rendering to showcase merchandise accurately without glare. Industrial LED fixtures need impact resistance, vibration tolerance, and often high-output capabilities for large spaces. Emergency LED fixtures must meet building code requirements for backup power integration and maintained illumination levels during outages.

When evaluating LED fixtures, consider the total cost of ownership beyond the initial purchase price. LED fixtures typically consume 50-75% less energy than the HID, fluorescent, or incandescent fixtures they replace. Over a 10-year operating period, energy savings alone often exceed the fixture cost multiple times over. Add in eliminated bulb replacement costs and reduced maintenance labor—especially critical in high-ceiling applications—and quality LED fixtures deliver compelling economics despite higher upfront pricing.

Key specifications for LED fixtures include actual light output (lumens), efficacy (lumens per watt), color temperature, color rendering index (CRI), beam angle, dimming capability, and rated lifespan (typically L70 or L80, indicating hours to 70% or 80% of initial output). These specifications matter because they determine whether the fixture will perform as needed throughout its service life.

For customers with existing fixture infrastructure using traditional bulb types, we're always happy to help identify LED replacement bulbs rather than replacing entire fixtures—this retrofit approach often provides excellent results at lower cost. But when you're doing new construction, major renovations, or existing fixtures have reached end of life, selecting purpose-built LED fixtures ensures optimal performance, efficiency, and economics for the long term.

Fixture Categories: LED area and flood fixtures, LED ceiling fixtures, LED recessed lighting, LED track lighting, LED outdoor and landscape fixtures, LED industrial and commercial fixtures, LED high bay and low bay fixtures

Key Considerations: Lumens and efficacy, color temperature and CRI, beam angle and distribution, thermal management design, ingress protection rating, dimming capability and compatibility, mounting options, warranty coverage, total cost of ownership