Focus+ 720W flood light

AnnaR3 (Iowa)
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Hi everyone, this is Anna from CA.

I am planning to install the flood light in my backyard (size 300*200ft), how many light should I have? And what type of light is energy-saving, LED or metal halide?

Any other recommendations? Thanks in advance.

MelissaP1 (Alabama)
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The words should be "I plan on ASKING PERMISSION from my HOA to install flood lights". Get permission first BEFORE installing these flood lights. I live next door to someone who installed them. They now have moved. That light is motion sensitive. Dang then nearly blinds the neighborhood when it goes on.

BTW: We only allowed 60w or less in our outdoor lighting. Depending on the area. One person put in a 100w and it was beyond too bright. Really disturbed the other neighbors around them.

Former HOA President

AnnaR3 (Iowa)
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Posted By MelissaP1 on 12/20/2016 9:16 PM
The words should be "I plan on ASKING PERMISSION from my HOA to install flood lights". Get permission first BEFORE installing these flood lights. I live next door to someone who installed them. They now have moved. That light is motion sensitive. Dang then nearly blinds the neighborhood when it goes on.

BTW: We only allowed 60w or less in our outdoor lighting. Depending on the area. One person put in a 100w and it was beyond too bright. Really disturbed the other neighbors around them.

You are right. The light might be disturbing once triggered at night. I just use it maybe once to twice per month - BBQ party.

TimB4 (Tennessee)
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LEDs are more energy efficient then metal halide.
However, they are also more expensive to purchase.
Metal halide typically take time to warm up to produce full luminosity.
LEDs also, in my opinion, give better lighting.

You likely also need an electrical permit for the floodlights (as they are in addition to what you already have).

see: http://hid.venturelighting.com/Literature/Technical_Brief-MH_vs_LED_Lifetime_And_Reliability_v6.pdf

AnnaR3 (Iowa)
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Posted By TimB4 on 12/20/2016 9:38 PM
LEDs are more energy efficient then metal halide.
However, they are also more expensive to purchase.
Metal halide typically take time to warm up to produce full luminosity.
LEDs also, in my opinion, give better lighting.

You likely also need an electrical permit for the floodlights (as they are in addition to what you already have).

see: http://hid.venturelighting.com/Literature/Technical_Brief-MH_vs_LED_Lifetime_And_Reliability_v6.pdf

Thanks Tim. I acquired a lot. I also heard that LED would be more energy-saving, is it true?

KerryL1 (California)
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As meilissa suggests, you better see what your HOA's rules or CC&Rs are about lighting. Ours are pretty strict

RichardP13 (California)
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Posted By MelissaP1 on 12/20/2016 9:16 PM
The words should be "I plan on ASKING PERMISSION from my HOA to install flood lights". Get permission first BEFORE installing these flood lights. I live next door to someone who installed them. They now have moved. That light is motion sensitive. Dang then nearly blinds the neighborhood when it goes on.

BTW: We only allowed 60w or less in our outdoor lighting. Depending on the area. One person put in a 100w and it was beyond too bright. Really disturbed the other neighbors around them.

IF, she lives in an HOA.

TimB4 (Tennessee)
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Posted By AnnaR3 on 12/20/2016 9:47 PM

Thanks Tim. I acquired a lot. I also heard that LED would be more energy-saving, is it true?

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Posted By TimB4 on 12/20/2016 9:38 PM

LEDs are more energy efficient then metal halide.

energy efficient means the same as energy saving

FredS7 (Arizona)
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> 720W flood light

You really mean 720 WATTS? What are you illuminating- a football stadium? A toll plaza?

Metal halide lights have a very unpleasant color. An LED equivalent in intensity will cost a bunch. BBQ guests may not enjoy feeling like they are on a movie set.

Quite apart from the HOA issues, consider this carefully before spending the money. Your current plan is likely to annoy your neighbors, and may annoy YOU.

ND (PA)
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Posted By FredS7 on 12/21/2016 6:36 AM
> 720W flood light

You really mean 720 WATTS? What are you illuminating- a football stadium? A toll plaza?

Metal halide lights have a very unpleasant color. An LED equivalent in intensity will cost a bunch. BBQ guests may not enjoy feeling like they are on a movie set.

Quite apart from the HOA issues, consider this carefully before spending the money. Your current plan is likely to annoy your neighbors, and may annoy YOU.

Haha this is exactly what I was thinking. I did a quick Google search for this light and one site says, "Widely used in Stadiums, Sports Facilities, Tunnels, Squares, High Mast Lighting, Light Towers, Ports, etc."

Assuming that you want an inviting, enjoyable, and aesthetically-appealing environment for you and your BBQ guests, I suggest looking into local electrician/lighting contractors to come out, develop a plan around your wants/needs, and give you a price quote. For a simple design and quote, many companies will do for free. This will also give you something to provide your HOA when you're seeking appropriate approval for your project.

BobD4 (up north)
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Posted By AnnaR3 on 12/20/2016 7:59 PM
. . .I am planning to install the flood light in my backyard (size 300*200ft) Any other recommendations ?

Anna ( Ca or Iowa ?) I presume you mean 720 "lumens" NOT 720 Watts. Respectfully you may also be best to talk about 'spotlights' rather than 'floodlights'.

You don't have a postage size backyard, but you may need those neighbours on good terms. This indicates that the angle & intensity should be considered carefully to avoid disturbing spillage & even fooling photo-electric switches on others' lights.

Carefully positioned lower intensity LED & offset lighting may be effective without spillage onto your neighbours' comfort zones. Low intensity chains of LEDs offer flexibility in finding the right result but may not be cheap.

AnnaR3 (Iowa)
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Posted By BobD4 on 12/21/2016 2:50 PM

Posted By AnnaR3 on 12/20/2016 7:59 PM
. . .I am planning to install the flood light in my backyard (size 300*200ft) Any other recommendations ?

Anna ( Ca or Iowa ?) I presume you mean 720 "lumens" NOT 720 Watts. Respectfully you may also be best to talk about 'spotlights' rather than 'floodlights'.

You don't have a postage size backyard, but you may need those neighbours on good terms. This indicates that the angle & intensity should be considered carefully to avoid disturbing spillage & even fooling photo-electric switches on others' lights.

Carefully positioned lower intensity LED & offset lighting may be effective without spillage onto your neighbours' comfort zones. Low intensity chains of LEDs offer flexibility in finding the right result but may not be cheap.

ah.. yes, it should be 720 lumen. I am sorry that I don't have any knowledge about it

PitA
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ah.. yes, it should be 720 lumen. I am sorry that I don't have any knowledge about it

yet, like a good neighbor, you wish to install it

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