22/03/2026
Still running metal halide fixtures in your warehouse?
A 400W metal halide system draws ~458W (lamp + ballast losses) and needs relamping every 12,000β20,000 hours. A 200W LED high bay at 190 lm/W delivers the same light output β with 50,000h L70 lifespan and no ballast.
20 fixtures. 18h/day. The energy saving alone is over $4,000/year.
We put together a complete selection guide covering:
β UFO vs modular LED high bay β which fits your facility
β Lux calculation formula by ceiling height
β IP65 vs IP68 β when you need which
β Full ROI breakdown vs metal halide
Complete guide to LED high bay lights 2025 β UFO vs modular types compared, lux calculation by ceiling height, IP65 vs IP68, and energy savings vs metal halide with real numbers.