LED Lighting for Speedways and Drag Strips

A night at the speedway or drag strip can be an exhilarating experience with the sounds of motors, the cheering crowds, the music, the concession offerings, and, of course, the lights. The idea is to enjoy these high-powered racing events—often in a family-friendly manner—by experiencing all the sights and sounds, but safely.

Safety is important to everyone—drivers, crew, and visitors. So is visibility, whether these events are projected onto a big screen, broadcast on television, or photographed from the stands.

That’s where effective, reliable, and affordable AEON LED lighting comes into play. Proper speedway lighting produces bright, even lighting that illuminates the entire track, including any areas set up for drag racing. When done right, everyone has a great time.

Because AEON LED, luminaries are durable, efficient, bright, and environmentally friendly, speedways and drag strips are no longer beholden to metal halide, halogen lights, or HPS to illuminate the tracks and stands.

LED lighting is used on Formula 1 and NASCAR tracks for a good reason. With the low operational costs associated with AEON LED luminaries, why shouldn’t your speedway or drag strip do the same?

Here are some reasons why AEON LED luminaries are perfect for your venue.

Why Use LED For Speedway Lighting?

Because many speedway events take place late in the day or during the evening, lights are already an essential feature of most tracks. Therefore, having reliable LED lights that don’t need warm-up times, can withstand harsh weather year-round, are easy to install, and, most of all, cover all your illumination needs is crucial.

In addition:

Cost Effective

AEON LED luminaries have exceptionally long lives. When used for 10 hours a day, AEON LEDs can last twenty years without having to be replaced. The Quick Connect/Disconnect System, Field Changeable Lenses, and Field Changeable Drivers of AEON LED Luminaires make them simple to install. You won’t often need to replace them because of how extended their lifespan is anticipated to be. When these elements are integrated, lighting maintenance costs and time are reduced without compromising quality or safety.

Traditional lighting doesn’t even come close to that life and can require frequent servicing and replacing.

Weather-Resistant

LEDs are more weather-resistant than conventional racetrack lighting. Because race tracks are outside, thus lighting must be able to withstand heavy wind and rain all year long. You want to be sure that your lights will work reliably when a bad weather event has passed and it’s time for your next scheduled event.

Brightness

Drivers must always be conscious of their surroundings. To ensure their safety and the safety of the drivers around them, drivers must maintain focus when on a race track. As a result, speedway lighting must meet specific standards for safety and visibility. LED floodlights surrounding the track typically need 700–1000 lux, with up to 2000 required for horizontal and vertical brightness. The horizontal category includes the ground and flat surfaces, whereas the vertical lux levels are used for side illumination. These levels ought to be 1:0 for optimal performance.

Consistency

AEON LED luminaries provide consistent lighting, which is essential. Whether on a speedway or straight drag strip, lux must be dispersed evenly. While many race tracks will work well with 0.5 to 0.6 lux consistency, 0.7 to 0.8 is considered the optimal setting. Maximum uniformity cannot exceed 1.0.

Just about everyone in the stands has a mobile device that can take high-resolution images and video. Many of these devices can also record in slow-motion, resulting in some exciting videos of high-powered cars that get shared with friends, family, and social media. TV cameras are sometimes out there as well.

Correct illumination of the race track helps avoid flickering when these moments are captured on camera, ensuring that spectators and reporters do not miss any of the action.

Color Rendering Index

Color perception is based on something called a color rendering index (CRI). A CRI value that is too low could distort the way spectators perceive colors and lessen the enjoyment of the speedway event. Over time, too low a CRI can make viewing the action tedious and dull. With AEON LED luminaries, the track and the cards become more vibrant and lively, enhancing the overall experience and making the event more enjoyable for all.

Less Glare

Glare is among the last things that drivers want on the track. Glare from lighting can cast shadows in spots, impair the driver’s visibility, and lead to unsafe tracks. With the solid illumination provided by AEON LED luminaries, drivers can more confidently navigate speedways and drag strips safely.

Talk To One Of Our Lighting Specialists Today

Are you managing a speedway, drag strip, racetrack, or similar venue? Maybe your space pulls double-duty as a performance arena or sports field. Contact AEON for more information on a wide range of lighting options and solutions by visiting their website at www. Aeonledllightiing.com.

Learn more about how AEON can provide safety, efficiency, and cost maintenance for your venue. 803.336.2230