Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) measures the color of white light emitted by a light source and is measured in Kelvin (K). Different Kelvin values affect light color in distinct ways. Ultra Warm White (2200K-2700K) provides a very warm color temperature, mimicking the glow of candlelight. Warm White (2700K-3000K) emits a yellowish light, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere, ideal for living rooms and bedrooms. Natural White (4000K-4500K) resembles daylight, providing a balanced and clear light, perfect for kitchens and bathrooms. Cool White (5000K-6500K) has a bluish tint, offering a crisp and alert light suitable for workspaces and offices.
LED lights can also be tunable or selectable white. Selectable White LEDs allow you to choose between different preset color temperatures at the time of installation. In contrast, Tunable White LEDs enable dynamic adjustment of color temperature using a controller, offering greater flexibility.
Dim-to-warm lighting allows the user to adjust both the brightness and color temperature of the lights, enabling them to shift from bright, cool white to a soft, warm glow while simultaneously dimming them down.
In addition to white light, LED lights come in various colors such as red, green, and blue. These single-color LEDs emit a specific color and do not have a CCT value.
RGB LEDs, on the other hand, can change colors, providing a range of hues in one light. There are also RGB+White LEDs, which combine the versatility of RGB with the option of white light. These come in variations like RGB+Warm White, RGB+Natural White, RGB+Cool White, and RGB+Tunable White. Controlled via remote or smartphone apps, they offer a wide range of lighting options in a single fixture, bulb or strip.
Color chasing LED lights create a dynamic effect by sequencing colors that appear to move or "chase" along an LED strip. They are commonly used in decorative lighting for events, holiday displays, and advertising to create visually striking effects.
