6 Tips How to choose Led Track Light for Museum & Galleries

Why do need to choose the CORRECT track light for Museums or Galleries?

Lighting plays a vital role in guiding visitors through their museum or gallery experience;

The moment a visitor sees the exterior façade, the journey has begun.

Why does track light have a key role in Museums or Art Galleries？

• It can be used to alter the mood of the exhibition space;

•  It can be used to draw the eye to stunning artwork and sculptures;

• Dimming function: The subtle play of light and dark can be used to guide the visitor’s journey from entrance to exit;

• Use track light accent lighting, stark contrasts of light and dark;

Why is zoomable track light popular for Museums or Art Galleries？

ZOOMABLE BEAM ANGLES Function:

Thanks to the wealth of beam angles available, designers and curators can create any desired effect, be it the accentuation of a small object on a plinth or the illumination of a large sculpture or installation. The zoomable track light can keep the type of the same light, and supply different beam angles, like 10~60degree, or 10~70 degrees keeping museums & galleries unified space.

• Narrow spots deliver high-intensity light over greater distances, Tension can be created in a darkened exhibition space thanks to narrow beams of light, drawing the visitors’ gaze to the pieces on display;

• Wide beam angle all washing is in lighting larger artwork and brings a spacious aspect to the room;

• The different beam angles of track light, be used to suit the size of the item being lit;

Why is Shapeable track light also popular for Museum track a light projects?

Shapeable LED Track Light Function:

• Short stroke, wide focal length;

• Adjustable light spot shape, size, and sharpness;

• Adjustable light spot through the insertion of light-blocking imaging, including circular, square, rectangle, parallelogram, trapezoid, rhombus, semicircle, triangle, and any other irregular quadrilateral;

• High-quality finish, no defocusing, and scratch resistance;

Why is the dimming function important for Museum or Art gallery lighting effects？

• Group dimming creates a subdued mood that draws the visitor closer to the object being displayed;

• Individual dimming draws the visitor’s eye to a specific object but also gives the highlighted object context and depth;

• Low levels of contrast are ideal for creating a bright and airy space to draw in the visitor and allow them to explore the area as a whole;

• High levels of contrast direct the visitor to key focal points within the space and create a more ‘theatre-like’ experience;

Why suggest choosing a professional track light application for Museum or Art gallery？

What’s Different Commerical Track Light VS Museum Track Light:

• The difference between the spotlight type;

• The difference in light color quality;

• The difference in the dimming function;

• The difference between light changes and light control adjustment;

• In other respects, such as process quality, warranty life, etc., professional exhibition lamps have higher requirements.

How to choose the led track light for Museum or Art gallery？

• Zoomable beam angles function: designers and curators can create any desired effect; e.g. Narrow Spot, Spot, Wall Washing;

• Dimming on the track spotlight with DALI, 0-10V, 1-10V & Triac DIM, meantimes also can use a knob directly control dimming in your hands, creating a subdued mood that draws the visitor closer to the object being displayed;

• Unity of the same light types can keep peace in space;

• According to the requirements of the scene, match different optical accessories, like a soft lens, honeycomb, antiglare screen, etc.

• Color rendering is an important factor to take into account when lighting museums and galleries, Ra>90/95 is best;

• The advent of color tunable LEDs has increased the versatility of mood creation available to curators and designers;