LIGHTING TERMS & DEFINITIONS

AC
An acronym for alternating current. Alternating current is a type of current that continuously reverses its direction.

Amp
An abbreviation for ampere. An ampere is a standardized measure of electrical current.power.

Color temperature

The temperature of an ideal black-body radiator that radiates light of comparable hue to that of the light source.

Current
The flow of electrons through a conductor.

DC
An acronym for direct current. Direct current is a type of current that only goes in one direction. DC is typically used in most vehicular electrical systems.

Dedicated Voltage

A term used to describe a light that operates on a single voltage (ex. 12V DC).

IP rating

The IP Code outlines a system of classification for the protection of electrical enclosures (including lights)  against the intrusion of foreign bodies (ex. dust, tools, moisture).

Lumen
A measure of the power of light as perceived by the human eye.