A floodlight or projector is a type of lamp designed to produce concentrated, high-intensity light. These lamps have wide applications in lighting open and large spaces such as sports fields, industrial areas, halls, swimming pools, billboards, and building facades. Other uses of floodlights include beautifying the facade and space. In this article from ADC, we will introduce the types of projectors and the features of each so that you can make the best purchase according to your needs with the help of this projector selection guide.

What is a floodlight?

A spotlight or projector is a type of lamp designed to produce concentrated, high-intensity light. These lights have a wide range of applications in lighting open and large spaces. The projector body is made of metal or plastic and is responsible for protecting the internal components of the projector. The lamp is the projector’s light source and comes in various types such as LED, metal halide, sodium vapor, and halogen.
Projectors have a long lifespan and therefore do not need to be replaced frequently. In addition, projectors are resistant to environmental conditions such as dust, water, and impact.

Projector Applications
Outdoor Lighting: Sports Fields, Industrial Areas, Halls, Swimming Pools, Billboards, Building Facades
Emergency Lighting: Hospitals, Government Centers, Airports
Security: CCTV Cameras, Prison Areas
Advertising: Billboards, Advertising Signs
Stage: Theater, Concert
Types of Floodlights

Floodlights and projectors are produced in various types according to the type of lamp, power, light color, degree of protection and application. Below we will introduce some of the most common types:

1. Floodlights by lamp type

LED projectors: These types of projectors use LED lamps as a light source and have several advantages, including low power consumption, long life, low heat generation, and uniform illumination.
Metal halide projectors: These types of projectors use metal halide lamps that produce very strong and bright light. Metal halide projectors are very suitable for lighting large open spaces such as sports fields and industrial areas. Along with all the advantages, these projectors also have disadvantages. Metal halide projectors take a relatively long time to turn on. This can be a problem when you need immediate light.
Sodium vapor projectors: These types of projectors use sodium vapor lamps that produce a yellow-orange light. Sodium vapor projectors have relatively high power consumption, but their lifespan is long and they are suitable for lighting passages, such as street lights.
Halogen projectors: These types of projectors use halogen lamps that produce excellent quality light and a high color rendering index (CRI). Halogen projectors are suitable for lighting places that require high quality light, such as theaters and film studios. The features of halogen projectors include simple design and easy maintenance, high light output, instant light, good color temperature and dimmable light.
2. Floodlights by power
Low-power projectors: These types of projectors have a power between 50 and 200 watts and are suitable for lighting small spaces such as gardens and courtyards.
High-power projectors: These types of projectors have a power of between 250 and 1000 watts or more and are suitable for lighting large spaces such as sports fields and industrial areas, which are also classified as shed lights.
3. Floodlights based on light color

White light projectors: These types of projectors produce light with a color temperature between 3000 and 6500 Kelvin and are suitable for lighting spaces that require close to natural light.
Sunlight projectors: These types of projectors produce light with a color temperature between 2700 and 3000 Kelvin and are suitable for creating a warm and intimate space.
Cold light projectors: These types of projectors produce light with a color temperature between 6000 and 10000 Kelvin and are suitable for creating a cheerful and energetic space.
4. Floodlights based on protection degree
IP65 projectors: These types of projectors are resistant to dust and water penetration and are suitable for use in outdoor environments.
IP44 projectors: These types of projectors are dust-proof, but not water-proof, and are suitable for indoor and semi-outdoor use.

Below you can see the uses, advantages, and disadvantages of the types of projectors in the table.

***Note: This table is only a summary of the information and you should consider all your factors and needs to choose the right spotlight.

These EDC projectors or spotlights are of high quality and variety and are available in two colors: white and sunny.

To choose the required types of high-quality spotlights, you can visit the EDC website and view detailed product information, prices and details, according to your personal needs and taste, and purchase the product you want.