A slim black 50W LED flood light from AVC led, from its AVC PLUS range, packed in a blue and white retail box that lists 5000 lumens, 220-240V and an IP65 rating. A cluster of LED chips sits behind a white diffuser in the front frame, and the light mounts on an adjustable bracket. It is made to light up outdoor areas from the wall, a pole or a gate.

Key Features

• 50W LED with 5000 lumens: The box shows 50 watts and 5000 lumens, which is a strong light for a driveway, compound, yard or shopfront. It is a good replacement for an old halogen or metal halide flood light that uses several times the power.

• 100 lumens per watt: The box quotes an efficiency of 100 lm/W, so most of the electricity becomes light and not heat. This is a good figure for a flood light of this price class.

• 220-240V mains: It connects directly to mains power, so it needs no separate driver box or battery. This matches the normal supply in Kenya.

• IP65 weather protection: The IP65 rating shown on the box means it is sealed against dust and protected from water jets, so rain won’t harm it. It is built for outdoor use on walls, gates and poles, but it should not be submerged.

• CRI above 70: The box lists a colour rendering index above 70. Colours look reasonably natural for security, parking and general area lighting. It is not the right choice where accurate colour matters, such as a display of clothes or paint.

• 20,000-hour rated life: The box states a rated life of 20,000 hours. That is roughly four and a half years of use at 12 hours a night. It is a rated figure, so real life depends on heat, supply quality and installation.

• Slim black housing: The low-profile black frame is neat and modest on a wall or fascia, and the dark finish hides dirt and weather marks. The white diffuser in the front helps to spread the light and cut glare.

• Adjustable mounting bracket: A U-shaped bracket under the light, with a pivot screw on the side, lets you tilt the light to point where it is needed. It can be fixed to a wall, post or beam with screws.

• AVC PLUS range: The “AVC PLUS” tag on the box marks it as part of the brand’s upgraded range, but the box doesn’t say what the upgrade is, so don’t claim anything extra for it.

Ideal For: Driveways, compounds, gates, building fronts, shops, warehouses, yards, car parks, gardens, construction sites and perimeter security lighting.