I would like to get a few of these to light a cyc wall. Will it work to spread out evenly if placed above (around 11ft) - thanks
876347
Not sure. I get an even spread but light people not so much background for say green screen.
876348
You'll definitely need a few of them, depending on the size of the cyc and since the light output is good but not not huge. I soften mine up just a little with light diffusion gel. You can even use waxed paper since these lights don't produce much heat. If you're using them just to light a cyc I think you'll find them to be just fine... It's just a question of how many you'll need.
1622889
I have a bunch of these. They are good for a little up lighting to a wall or curtain. No good as a spot. that is for sure.
1936656
Hi MaryKate: I don't recommend this product. It gives off very little light. I regret having bought it. It is purely decorative. Certainly not functional. I have it placed on the wall in lieu of a picture. Appx 9" across the top and 8" high.
2033592
It will only work most likely in the middle position. usually not low and not high. Similar with a regular non 3 way bulb
257572
I have a higher lumen type fluorescent bulb in it to maximize the light I get from it, but this would not be a light you would use to light up a whole room. It mostly lights the area directly below and to a lesser degree, above, the lamp. I have it over the end of my sofa where I mostly use it as a reading light.
2118089
I have two of these side by side within my enclosed porch light. Have had them about 2 months now and it seems to work fine. As noted in a previous answer, the size is much larger than the incandescent equivalent (in terms of height), so that should be considered.
569250
I agree with the previous answer, the light is minimal. If you had them on either side of you path and spaced pretty close, probably every foot or two you might have enough light. Cool idea, but no sure if these are the right choice.
1971115
It will depend on how high.. I have them at 9' the width of the spread is appox. 3' of strong beam of light.. remember these are small spots..
738210
Yes, that's exactly what I use it for. You need to be able to position the lights at least about 3-4 feet from your face, otherwise they will overexpose. As long as you have that room (and I managed it in a very small area - they only take up about 2-3 square feet each), it'll work!
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I&#699;ve tried it, unfortunately I don&#699;t have a photo sorry. But I can say it "sort of" works. Depending on how tall the walls are, it doesn&#699;t throw as far up the wall as I hoped. It just doesn&#699;t have enough throw. I used it as an uplight against a white wall that was about 20&#699; high, and it got "lost" after about 10-12&#699;. It does however work fine as an uplight on my speaker scrims, so if you&#699;re a DJ, looking for an affordable solution to lighting your scrims...this is good. Also good for a light wash on a small area...maybe 10&#699; to 15&#699; feet. If you&#699;re looking to uplight high walls... you&#699;d be better of spending the extra $50 bucks and buy the American DJ Mega Par Profile RGB LED, or the Chauvet version. I believe they&#699;re both $99 or less.
222294
It will depend on how you adjust the lights. We installed it above a garage door. It lights an area of about 30Ft x 40Ft quite brightly. I believe if we tilted the lights more straight out it would illuminate an even larger area, if it was needed. Hope that helps.
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These could very well work for that. This comes with a 150W flood bulb that will provide a lot of light coverage at that distance at a decent brightness. These lights are usually used in multiple sets to make more light or have colors in front of each to provide color effects on the same area. If you were unhappy with how wide it is, and you would not like to move it, try going to Home Depot in looking for a halogen Par38 bulb that is 90W and a spot, not a flood, coverage. This will give you a much narrower beam and more brightness at that distance in a much smaller area (less overall light, but more of it in a smaller place). Ultimately, the black metal part is just a bulb holder and a cord set to plug it in, and all of the lighting brightness and how narrow or wide it is is dependent on the bulb, which can be easily swapped out since it uses a standard size lightbulb thread. Just like buying a room lamp at a store, how the light acts is all about the bulb. The casing on this bulb is black and has a gel frame spot to suggest more of a usage for performance and entertainment. But at this price, it doesn't hurt to try one and see what you think. I happen to use these at one of the performance space I oversee. They use a set of 8 of these units, with the 90W bulbs that are spots, with 4 on either side of the room pointed across the stage evenly - the throw distance being 15-25'. They are hooked up to a dimmer panel for entertainment that can be controlled by an entertainment lighting console. This is a very cheap option to get started and go from here.
508415
I think it will be very tight. the inside is not any bigger than 48, so the ends of the lights may hit wall. That's not to say it will not work, but it will probably hit walls.
555618
that length would be pushing it. as the light gets near its end it does get dimmer, so brighter near the light dimmer farther away. as far as light put out unsure, nothing on the instructions from the mfr. I have a yard 120 feet long, along that lenght I use 3 lights to see my dogs at night if that helps
1570677
Would work, depending on size of wall (small) and general level of other lighting (low). For a bigger wall, I would suggest one of the larger Phillips models. Nice lamp, small footprint, great value, but not super-bright.
485267
Best us relative but I project mine over my bed. My ceiling is 14 feet high and I place it about 10 feet to the side of the bed so mine is not perpendicular. I get a nice spread. Not sure how big the projected circle would be on a standard height ceiling. This light is OK, not even near my favorite. Probably would not buy again and if I did, search elsewhere to compare prices. I primarily use as a combination light set up with lasers.
1538262
I have 3 of them installed about 5 feet above my computer desk. It is adequate lighting for working at the desk, but not for the rest of the room.