Thinking about saying adios to halogen, fluorescent, and incandescent bulbs in your business building and signage? LED has definitely taken the world by storm these past few years, so it makes sense that more and more businesses are making the switch. You can incorporate LED light into your commercial property by retrofitting older signs, updating your light fixtures, and using LED digital signage.

But if you are not convinced enough yet to select LED, then we have made a list of the advantages for LED lighting for signs to help you decide. Let’s have a look.

Benefits of LED Lighting For Signage

1. Energy-Efficiency

One of the biggest reasons you should consider LED lighting for your business signage is the reduced amount of energy consumed. LED lights use 50-75 percent less electricity than more traditional options. The end result is less energy used and a substantial decrease in energy costs. Some businesses that have signage running 24/7 will greatly benefit from LED.

LED bulbs also emit light in one direction, whereas incandescent, fluorescent, and halogen bulbs disperse light in an aura. In other words, you can use a lower wattage of LED and get the same amount of brightness you would with a larger traditional bulb.

2. Less Heat

Tied into energy-efficiency is improved safety. Yet, the fact that LED lights are safer and less hazardous than their traditional counterparts is largely overlooked. Why? Because few people take into consideration how less heat emission plays a role in safety and efficiency.

LED lights emit negligible levels of heat when compared to incandescent bulbs. Most of the time, that heat is energy lost, thereby burning out the bulb faster than an LED. This also means that about 10 percent of all the energy a traditional bulb uses actually because light. The rest turns to heat.

All that heat generated by incandescent, fluorescent, and neon bulbs can be harmful. Not only does it make a space hotter, but the bulbs themselves are hot to the touch. Comparatively, LED bulbs are cool to the touch and safer.

3. Extended Lifespan

If you needed an extra nudge towards LED, then you might like to know that LEDs last much longer than other kinds of lighting. An extended lifespan paired with better efficiency is a win-win situation. On average, LED bulbs will last between 50,000-100,000 hours. Some last even longer. That translates into about 2-4 times longer than a

standard fluorescent bulb and 40 times longer than incandescent bulbs.

4. Durability

LED bulbs are two things: small in size and extremely durable. LED bulbs do not require the same glass pieces and filaments, so they are much less vulnerable to vibrations and impacts. Furthermore, LED bulbs do not use the same quartz or glass bulb design of traditional types, making them more impact and damage resistant. Typically, LED bulbs are attached to a circuit board then attached with soldered leads.

5. Rapid Cycling

Switching a light on and off for a flickering effect is called rapid cycling, and it can drain bulbs just as quick. Think about how often old style Christmas lights would die! Say goodbye to rapid cycling issues with LEDs. Not only do you get 100 percent brightness from the moment LEDs are turned on, but they are not affected by rapid cycling. This makes LED lights ideal for light displays and sensors.

6. Versatility

Due to the design of LED lights, they are more easily controlled. When paired with the right technology. LEDs can be dimmed down to 10 percent brightness. You can also set LED lights for continuous, dimmed, flashing, and other lighting patterns. Other features include fading, color changes, animation, and much more. Businesses that want versatility may even want to invest in an electronic message center or LED display, since use is so flexible.

7. Excellent CRI

The Color Rendering Index (CRI) is a measurement of a light’s ability to reveal the actual color of surrounding objects when compared to a natural light source (like the sun). For parking lots and businesses, higher CRI is preferable.

LED lights have one of the highest obtainable CRIs available, outside of sunlight. When you compare LED to other traditional bulbs, like incandescent or sodium vapor lamps, you can see that the orange glow of older technologies can conceal potential danger. Meanwhile, LED reveals a lot more.

This is great for both visibility and safety. If you want your customers and employees to feel safer when exiting the building in the evening or winter months, choose LED.

8. Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)

LEDs come in a wide range of colors, also referred to as correlated color temperature values. This means you can buy LED lights that are cool or warm, depending on your preferences. So, if you happen to enjoy a warmer glow, you can still get the incandescent effect by purchasing warm LED lights.

Get Your LED Lit Signs Today

Today’s versions of LED lights are doing much more than brightening signs and pathways. LED lights can help businesses go green and act more sustainably, save money, and boost their overall brand image. By calling up a local sign company and choosing LEDs for illumination, you are showing your customers that you care.

Are you ready to explore all the possibilities of LED? Get in touch with Tupp Signs today to see what we have to offer. Our professional team is more than happy to answer your questions, or we can schedule an appointment to talk about your project.