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High Lumen Emergency Lights

High lumen emergency lights deliver powerful illumination—typically 600 to 1600 lumens per unit—to extend spacing and support higher mounting heights in large spaces. These fixtures help meet NFPA 101 and IBC egress lighting requirements while reducing fixture counts and install time. See all Emergency Lights.

600–1600 lm 90-Min Backup UL 924 Remote-Capable Wet Location
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What to Look for in High Lumen Emergency Lights

  • Compliance & runtime: UL 924 listing with a minimum 90-minute operation; coordinate details with your AHJ under NFPA 101/IBC.
  • Lumen output & spacing: Target 600–1600 lm per unit to extend spacing and support higher mounting heights; verify photometrics for your layout.
  • Egress levels: Design to achieve about ≥1 fc average and ≥0.1 fc minimum along the path of egress at 90 minutes.
  • Optics & aiming: Choose beam patterns/head styles that push light down corridors or across open floor areas; ensure easy swivel/aim adjustments.
  • Power & electronics: Universal 120/277 VAC, solid-state charger/automatic transfer, status indicator, test switch; brownout/surge protection preferred.
  • Battery: Maintenance-free Ni-Cd or lithium packs rated for 90 minutes; confirm recharge time and temperature range (heater options for cold spaces).
  • Remote capacity: If powering remote heads, select remote-capable models and verify total watt load and wiring distance.
  • Environment & rating: Specify damp/wet-location or IP/NEMA ratings where needed; consider vibration and dust exposure for industrial sites.
  • Construction: Rugged thermoplastic or metal housings; impact-resistant lenses and hardware appropriate to traffic and mounting height.
  • Diagnostics & upkeep: Self-testing electronics to automate monthly/annual checks and simplify recordkeeping.

Ideal for warehouses, gymnasiums, high-ceiling corridors, and manufacturing floors, high-output units are designed to achieve approximately 1 foot-candle average and 0.1 foot-candle minimum along paths of egress at 90 minutes when laid out per photometric guidance.

Premium models offer selectable output settings (up to ~1300 lumens, model dependent), durable thermoplastic or metal housings, and support for remote-capable emergency lights or remote emergency lighting heads. Many feature self-testing emergency lights, long-life lithium-ion or Ni-Cd batteries, dual 120/277 VAC input, and wet-location emergency lights ratings; recessed options are available under recessed emergency lights.

What is a high lumen emergency light?
A high-output egress fixture (typically 600+ lumens) that provides wider coverage and supports higher mounting heights—ideal for warehouses, gyms, and industrial corridors.
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High Lumen Emergency Lights – Spec Guide

  • Compliance & runtime: UL 924 listing; battery systems provide a minimum 90-minute operation per NFPA 101 (verify with your AHJ).
  • Lumen output & spacing: Specify 600–1600 lm per unit to extend spacing and support higher mounting heights in large areas.
  • Egress photometrics: Design layouts to achieve ≈ ≥1 fc average and ≥0.1 fc minimum along paths of egress at 90 minutes.
  • Optics & aiming: Adjustable heads and corridor/open-area beam options to push light where it’s needed; confirm tilt/swivel range and lockout.
  • Power & electronics: Universal 120/277 VAC, solid-state charger/automatic transfer, low-voltage disconnect, status indicator, and test switch; brownout/surge protection recommended.
  • Battery: Maintenance-free Ni-Cd or lithium packs rated for 90 minutes; check recharge time and temperature range (heater options for cold spaces).
  • Remote capacity: If powering remote heads, choose remote-capable models; verify total watt load, wiring distance, and conductor size for voltage drop.
  • Mounting: Wall or ceiling brackets/canopies; confirm junction-box pattern, fixture weight, and clearances near doors/aisles and shelving.
  • Environment & rating: Specify damp/wet-location or IP/NEMA ratings as needed; consider vibration and dust for industrial sites.
  • Construction: Rugged thermoplastic or metal housings; impact-resistant lenses; flame-retardant materials; low-profile options to minimize projection.
  • Maintenance & diagnostics: Optional self-testing electronics automate monthly/annual checks; keep records per AHJ requirements.

FAQs About High Lumen Emergency Lights

What qualifies as a “high lumen” emergency light?

These units put out noticeably more light—typically 600 to 1600 lumens—so you can cover larger areas with fewer fixtures or higher mounting heights.

Why is high lumen output important?

More lumens help you hit code targets like ≥1 foot-candle average and ≥0.1 foot-candle minimum along the path of egress for the full 90-minute emergency period.

Where are high lumen units best used?

They’re ideal for warehouses, gymnasiums, auditoriums, high-ceiling corridors, and other large spaces where standard units may not reach far enough.

Do they use more electricity?

No. Even with higher output, modern LED emergency lights are very efficient and usually use the same or less power than older halogen models—while producing much more light and less heat.

What kind of batteries do they include?

Most high-lumen units use lithium-ion or Ni-Cd packs that deliver at least 90 minutes of runtime and recharge in roughly a day after an outage.

Are self-testing models available?

Yes. Many include built-in diagnostics that run the monthly quick test and the annual 90-minute test automatically, making inspections easier.