Flexibility at Your Fingertips: The Power of Field Selectable Lighting

The rapid evolution of field-selectable options in the lighting industry is hard to ignore—and for good reason. The ability to adjust key settings for fixtures and lamps on-site has not only kept installations on schedule but has also ensured end-user satisfaction without the wait or downtime. As manufacturers increasingly focus on enhancing these options, game-changing innovations are emerging across all applications. But what exactly is field-selectable lighting, and why is it gaining popularity? Let’s dive into the details.

What is Field-Selectable Lighting?

Field-selectable lighting allows users to adjust settings directly on the fixture, lamp, or driver at the installation site. Instead of ordering specific configurations in advance, you can utilize one product across various applications, adjusting options such as wattage or color temperature (CCT) as needed. These adjustments are typically made through simple switches or dials on the product itself, guaranteeing a quick and easy process.

Field-Selectable Options

The lighting industry is on the fast track of innovation in the field selectable realm, and we anticipate many more options to become available as manufacturers roll out new products and refine product lines. Currently, the range of field selectable offerings include:

1. Color Temperature (CCT) Selectable: Switch between multiple CCTs on the fixture or lamp, allowing you to easily meet the requirements of various spaces—with one product.

2. Wattage & Lumen Output: Control the light output and energy consumption based on the specific needs of the space. This option is ideal for jobs where the lighting needs vary across different areas, or for carrying stock of frequently used products.

3. Beam Angle/Optic Selectable: Choose the right beam angle or light distribution to fit your application by simply swapping lenses or adjusting a dial in the field. Everything you need is on the fixture or in the box, ready to install.

4. Photocell: Enable dusk-to-dawn sensing with integrated and selectable photocells. The option for enhanced security and energy saving is yours at the flip of a switch, with no additional accessories or hardware needed.

5. Mounting: Adapt to a range of mounting scenarios effortlessly with the field selectable options offered from select manufacturers. Many manufacturers now include multiple mounts for each fixture, or offer an adjustable or universal mount, so that you always have the hardware needed on site.

6. Interchangeable Bases: Transform the base of a lamp within seconds with interchangeable bases or caps, simplifying ordering and installation. This selectable feature expands the ability of a single lamp to adapt to what the job calls for without hassle.

7. FormFit: Newly released by Keystone, FormFit brings an innovative option to instantly upgrade the style of select wall packs and wall-mounted cylinders. FormFit allows you to easily and quickly change the shell of the fixture in the field, elevating the look of your exterior lighting, without the wait or hassle of special-order fixtures.

Why Field-Selectable Lighting is Beneficial

1. Versatility: One of the primary advantages of field-selectable lighting is its versatility. The ability to modify key settings allows for these products to be used in a wide range of applications, from residential spaces to commercial environments. Get more out of one product across your whole project.

2. Cost-Effective: By reducing the need to order multiple SKUs for different settings, field selectable lighting makes it easier to order a single product that will cover more scenarios. This reduces the chance that products will need to be reordered if needs change on the job and reduces labor cost by speeding up the ordering and installation processes.

3. Reduced Lead Times: Utilizing selectable products eliminates lead times for products that must be made-to-order to meet the specifications for the project. Instead, the products you have on-hand can be adjusted to meet the requirements without the wait.

4. Ease of Installation: Simplified adjustments mean that installers can quickly and easily make changes without needing to swap out materials or return to the warehouse for a different model.

Conclusion

Field-selectable lighting products are a perfect example of how the lighting industry is evolving to meet the demands of lighting professionals. Their adaptability, cost-effectiveness, reduced lead times, and ease of use make them an ideal choice for any project. Expect to see even more innovative features and options becoming available too, as the market for these products continues to grow. Make the choice to opt into more flexibility than ever with the wide range of selectable lighting today!

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