What is a Wall Pack?
Wall packs are outdoor lighting fixtures that are designed for installation on the exterior walls of a building. These fixtures mainly illuminate surrounding areas like entryways, sidewalks, loading zones, and building perimeters. They are frequently used on industrial and commercial buildings to enhance safety and security by improving visibility during nighttime or low-light conditions.
Modern LED wall packs have evolved significantly from their metal halide and high-pressure sodium predecessors, offering improved energy efficiency, sleeker designs, and extended lifespans. Whether replacing outdated fixtures or planning a new installation, there’s a style and performance level available to meet the demands of nearly any commercial or industrial environment.
Types of LED Wall Packs
LED wall packs come in various styles, each designed to meet specific lighting needs while offering superior energy efficiency compared to traditional lighting options. Whether you're enhancing security, minimizing light pollution, or adding architectural appeal, there's an LED wall pack to fit your requirements.
From standard designs that resemble traditional fixtures to adjustable and rotatable models offering customizable light direction, LED wall packs combine functionality with modern aesthetics.
Additionally, options like turtle-friendly fixtures ensure that you can light your exterior spaces effectively while being environmentally conscious. Explore the different types to find the perfect solution for your building's exterior lighting needs.
Standard Wall Packs
Designed to resemble traditional wall-mounted fixtures, standard LED wall packs offer a familiar look with upgraded performance. They emit a wide out-and-down beam pattern, ideal for illuminating building exteriors and enhancing perimeter security. Available in various lens materials and finishes, these fixtures can replace a range of legacy wattages with energy-saving alternatives.
Full Cutoff Wall Packs
Full cutoff wall pack fixtures feature a downward-directed beam that eliminates uplight, minimizing light pollution and providing focused illumination. Full cutoff styles are ideal for compact areas such as entryways and are commonly used in environmentally sensitive zones, including residential complexes and parks. Wildlife-safe, turtle-friendly models are also available for ecological applications.
Slim Adjustable Wall Packs
Slim adjustable wall packs provide the ability to select the CCT or wattage during installation. With a hinged housing, the direction of light can be customized—either downward for direct exterior lighting or outward for wider coverage. These fixtures combine targeted illumination with a clean, modern aesthetic.
Rotatable Wall Packs
Offering maximum flexibility, rotatable wall packs feature LED modules that pivot up to 360°, enabling multi-directional lighting from a single unit. Some models incorporate dual heads for even broader beam coverage. This design is well-suited for use in commercial loading bays, entryways, and large industrial buildings.
Mini Wall Packs
Mini wall packs provide powerful lighting in a compact, slim design. Despite their smaller size, they deliver broad light distribution, making them ideal for doorways, outbuildings, and other tight spaces. Architectural styling and multiple finish options ensure visual compatibility with a range of building exteriors.
Slim Wall Packs
Low-profile and efficient, slim LED wall packs are a top choice for discreet yet powerful exterior lighting. These fixtures often feature selectable color temperatures and wattages, making them versatile for a variety of applications while promoting energy savings.
Half Moon Wall Packs
Modern and architectural, half moon wall packs provide a Type III distribution, ideal for area lighting. They often include uplight accents and selectable features for wattage and color temperature, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.
Turtle-Friendly Wall Packs
Turtle-friendly wall packs are specifically designed for use in coastal commercial environments where protecting wildlife is a priority. These fixtures emit amber light at a wavelength of 590 nanometers, which minimizes disruption to marine animals by preventing confusion with natural moonlight. Many of these wall packs feature a full cutoff design, which directs light downward to further reduce skyglow and light pollution.
Key Factors to Consider
Lumen Output
The LED wall packs we offer have a broad range of lumen outputs to suit various commercial and industrial lighting needs. These fixtures provide brightness levels ranging from as low as 2,030 lumens, ideal for general illumination, up to 16,800 lumens for areas requiring intense lighting.
Many models feature selectable wattage and color temperature options, allowing for customization based on specific application requirements. This versatility ensures that whether you're lighting a small walkway or a large parking area, there's a suitable wall pack to meet your needs.
Comparable Wattages
When comparing LED wall pack lights to traditional Metal Halide (MH) fixtures, it’s important to note that LED technology provides the same level of brightness while consuming significantly less power.
For example, an LED wall pack consuming 50 watts can replace a 70-watt Metal Halide, offering similar luminosity with reduced energy usage. Similarly, a 100-watt LED wall pack can replace a 175-watt Metal Halide, and a 150-watt LED can replace a 250-watt Metal Halide.
This wattage comparison highlights the energy efficiency of LEDs, which results in lower electricity bills and a reduced environmental footprint.
Correlated Color Temperature
Many of our LED wall pack lights feature field-selectable CCTs, giving you the flexibility to adjust light output during installation. Available options include:
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3000K (Warm White): Ideal for residential entrances or hospitality settings.
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4000K (Neutral White): A balanced tone suited for commercial areas and parking lots.
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5000K (Cool White): Bright, crisp light for enhanced visibility and security in industrial zones.
Some models also include additional up/down lighting designs for architectural accents or functional illumination. These options provide adaptable solutions for nearly any commercial or industrial exterior lighting need.
Field-Selectable CCT and Wattage
Many wall packs offer field-selectable color temperatures and wattages for flexibility during installation. These allow installers to adjust the fixture to suit the visual tone of existing lighting or meet site-specific brightness requirements without swapping hardware.
Integrated Photocells
Many LED wall packs are equipped with photocells that enable dusk-to-dawn operation. These sensors automatically activate lighting at night and deactivate it during daylight hours, helping reduce energy consumption. Integrated options are typically easily bypassed if needed, and external photocells are often available as accessories.
DLC Premium Certification
DLC Premium-rated wall packs are available for projects requiring high-efficiency lighting with verified performance. These fixtures meet stringent standards for energy efficiency and reliability, making them suitable for compliance-driven installations in commercial and industrial environments.
by Lauren Scott
LED Lighting Specialist
Lauren's been with Super Bright LEDs for over two years, gaining the training and knowledge to provide technically accurate content to consumers. She enjoys writing about commercial and vehicle lighting.
When she's not writing about LEDs, Lauren enjoys watching horror movies, going to concerts, and spending time with loved ones.
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