CEU Credits: 2
Presented by Doug Payne from QTL
AIA Course Description: Course participants will explore how to identify and specify high quality LED Power Systems for a variety of Linear LED Applications, and how to avoid having specifications value engineered to inferior products.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe characteristics and components of Linear LED Lighting and LED Power Systems.
2. Discuss different types of LED Power Systems, dimming protocols, applicable codes, standards and system requirements.
3. Identify key performance attributes of high-quality Linear LED Fixtures and LED Power Systems.
4. Illustrate how to incorporate desirable metrics into an easily replicable specification format.
LED Light Quality
• Color Temperature
• Color Consistency
• Color Quality/Rendering
• LED Performance
Codes & Standards
• NEC & NRTL’s
• Common Energy Codes
• Class 2 Regulations
• Low Voltage Lighting Systems
• Common Energy Related Programs
Characteristics of Linear LED Strips & Fixtures
• Flexible LED Strip components
• Types of Linear LED
• Rigid LED Fixtures
• Flexible LED Fixtures
Powering LED’s
• Selecting the Right Power Supply
• Listed Vs. Recognized Power Supplies
• Mounting Applications
• Visible LED Flicker
• Voltage Drop – Should it be here?
• Derating or 100% available wattage?
• Types of Dimming
• Magnetic Vs. Electronic Power Supplies
What to Look for in a Manufacturer
• Are they a Manufacturer?
• What are their QA/QC processes?
• Where are their products made?
Components to a Strong Specification
• Required Light Levels
• Required Color Temperature & Rendering
• Specific Basis of Design & Brand
• Minimum Performance Requirements
• Dimming Type & Expectations
• Detailed Fixture Schedule
• Mounting Details/Elevations
• Is Lighting System Commissioning Required?