Iluminación Industria y vial

Summary

This video explains the key factors involved in selecting industrial and street lighting solutions. It covers the importance of durable housings, efficient electrical systems, reflectors, diffusers, and the reduction of light pollution. It emphasizes proper lighting direction to avoid glare and highlights the role of different types of optics and light distribution in road lighting. The video also discusses the impact of traffic density and accident statistics on lighting design. It provides insight into LED lighting options with long lifespans and various power options for industrial and street applications, all while ensuring energy efficiency and safety standards.

Takeaways

• 😀 A good industrial or street lighting system starts with selecting the right luminaire, considering factors such as the casing, electrical components, and reflectors.
• 😀 The casing of a luminaire needs to be resistant, water-permeable, and durable to protect internal components from damage and avoid malfunction.
• 😀 Electrical components, or the 'guts' of the luminaire, are responsible for power consumption and should be carefully chosen to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• 😀 Reflectors and refractors control the direction of the light, ensuring it is focused where needed without causing glare or inefficient distribution.
• 😀 A well-designed diffuser or optics prevents glare, which is especially important for street lighting, helping to maintain safe visibility for drivers.
• 😀 Light pollution can result from poorly directed lighting. Choosing a luminaire with proper optics can prevent unnecessary light from being directed upward, helping to preserve the visibility of stars.
• 😀 Proper placement and configuration of streetlights (e.g., interspersed, side-by-side, or in the middle of the street) are essential for effective illumination and safety.
• 😀 The lighting system should be adjusted based on traffic density, accident statistics, and the type of vehicles in the area, ensuring adequate lighting in critical areas like highways and intersections.
• 😀 Different optics and light distribution curves (such as types 2, TR, 4, and 5) are available for different purposes. These can be adjusted depending on whether you're illuminating a wide area or focusing on specific points.
• 😀 The lifespan of street lighting systems varies, with options for 50,000 or 100,000 hours of use. The latter often comes with additional certifications, such as energy efficiency and safety standards.
• 😀 Industrial luminaires designed for use in factories can replace traditional metal halide lights. These industrial units come in various power ratings (e.g., 60W, 80W, 160W), with some allowing control over light intensity for better energy management.

Q & A

What factors should be considered when choosing a good industrial or street lighting fixture?

When selecting a good lighting fixture, several factors should be considered: the casing, which needs to be durable and water-resistant; the electrical components, which are responsible for current consumption; reflectors and refractors, which direct the light; the diffuser or optics, which manage the light distribution and prevent glare; and a filter to reduce light pollution.

What is light pollution, and how does it affect lighting design?

Light pollution occurs when light is scattered in unwanted directions, especially upward. This results in wasted energy and affects visibility of natural elements like stars. Proper lighting design aims to focus light downward, ensuring efficiency and preventing light pollution, especially in public lighting.

What are the key components of a street lighting system?

A street lighting system typically consists of interconnected fixtures, poles, transformers, and other necessary components to provide proper illumination. These systems are designed based on traffic density, accident statistics, and the type of vehicles in the area.

How do traffic density and accident statistics influence the choice of lighting fixtures?

High traffic density and areas with more frequent accidents require brighter and more focused lighting. Different lighting systems are selected depending on the flow of pedestrians and vehicles, such as residential or highway lighting.

What are omnidirectional and directional lamps, and how do they apply in street lighting?

Omnidirectional lamps distribute light evenly in all directions, while directional lamps focus light in specific areas. In street lighting, directional lamps are used to illuminate specific lanes, sidewalks, or intersections efficiently.

What are the most common types of light distribution curves used in street lighting?

The most common light distribution curves are Type 2, Type TR, and Type 4. These curves control the direction of light, such as focusing more light on the sides of the street or on wider areas like intersections or roundabouts.

What is the 'silhouette effect,' and why is it important in lighting design?

The silhouette effect occurs when a person or object appears dark and hard to identify against the backdrop of bright light. Good lighting design helps avoid this by ensuring visibility, allowing people to be clearly seen, which is crucial for safety.

What distinguishes the 50,000-hour and 100,000-hour lighting fixtures?

The main difference lies in the longevity of the fixtures. The 50,000-hour fixtures have a black casing, while the 100,000-hour fixtures have a white coating. The 100,000-hour fixtures also comply with various certifications, such as safety and energy efficiency standards.

What are the key certifications required for 100,000-hour street lighting fixtures?

100,000-hour street lighting fixtures must meet various certifications, including safety norms, outdoor lighting standards, energy efficiency regulations, and vandalism protection (e.g., IP65 and IK10 protection ratings).

How do industrial luminaires replace traditional metal halide lamps in factories?

Industrial luminaires, which have different power options (e.g., 60W, 80W, 120W, 160W), are designed to replace metal halide lamps, offering longer lifespans (50,000 to 100,000 hours) and energy savings. Some models allow for control of lighting intensity with multiple switches for better energy management.