How to choose the right beam angle for LED downlights?


What is the opening angle?

The beam angle is something you need to pay attention to when choosing the right LED lighting for space. This is as important as the color temperature.
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The angle of the beam indicates the diffusion of light from the light source. A narrow beam gives a concentrated light that is better for accent lighting. A wide beam gives a more general and softer light.

Most LED lights are available in a choice of beam angles.

From a very narrow 15 spots to a wider 60-degree spot. A narrow beam angle makes the light more concentrated and intense. A wider beam angle will distribute the light better to more areas of the room. Knowing how to correctly use beam angles can greatly improve the lighting effect in a room.
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How to choose the beam angle for LED downlights?

The light must be directed towards a specific object or person, not an area, it is necessary to choose a narrow beam angle;

When lighting a large room etc., it is necessary to choose the angle of the wide beam;

Like recessed spotlight or spotlights, they are recessed, it is advisable to select downlights with a wider radius (of 60 °) if soft diffused lighting is desired, for example in the living room. If you consider downlights for the kitchen, a narrower beam angle (25 °) is preferable as it will provide concentrated light, perfect for when it is necessary to illuminate surfaces and concentrate on smaller details within the room. Whatever the size of the room, it always looks better with pools of light instead of dazzling light in your eyes, it will create much more atmosphere in your space. Generally, if you are not sure of the beam angle to choose, anything from 60 to 120 will work in most cases.

If you choose lights with wider beam angles of about 60 degrees, they are indicated as flood lighting. So now the question is:

Where are the best places to use lights with different beam angles?

Well, for example, think of a relaxation area. The relaxation areas are perfect for wider radius angles since the area must not be too bright: the usual activities carried out in a lounge area include activities such as watching television, relaxing or reading, so lighting is not necessary. Concentrated or intense. On the other hand, narrower radii (around 24 degrees) are often more suited to rooms with higher ceilings, such as a library or a study room. For all other rooms in the home or office, lights with beam angles between grades 35 and 45 are usually suitable, but this would also depend on the spacing of the light and its application.
Choose between small or large beam angles? It really depends on personal preferences and how you would like your light to be focused. However, you can use the tips above to help.

For standard ceiling heights (between 2.4-2.7m), a spread of the largest radius of 60 or higher is recommended. For ceilings higher than 50 meters, a lower beam width of less than 2.7 is recommended, and more lights will be required.
Also, read about How to choose track lighting?


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