DLC Product Eligibility and Primary Use Designations for LED Lighting

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DLC Product Eligibility and Primary Use Designations for LED Lighting

Introduction to Product Eligibility and Primary Use Designations

The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) qualifies various LED lighting products for inclusion in energy efficiency rebate and incentive programs. Product eligibility is based on specific Primary Use Designations (PUD) developed by DLC energy efficiency program Members. These designations define how a product is intended to be used and are crucial for qualification.

Understanding Primary Use Designations

Primary Use Designations (PUD) provide a detailed description of the intended use type of a product. Manufacturers must market their products for one of the available Primary Use Designations to qualify. If a product is marketed for multiple uses, it must be qualified under all relevant designations to claim DLC qualification.

Eligible Luminaires

The DLC qualifies various types of LED luminaires for inclusion in energy efficiency programs. These include Outdoor Pole/Arm-Mounted Area and Roadway Luminaires, Outdoor Pole/Arm-Mounted Decorative Luminaires, Outdoor Full-Cutoff Wall-Mounted Area Luminaires, Bollards, Parking Garage Luminaires, Fuel Pump Canopy Luminaires, Landscape/Accent Flood and Spot Luminaires, and more. Each luminaire type has specific design criteria and applications, ensuring energy-efficient lighting solutions for various settings.

Specific Luminaire Categories

The DLC recognizes the importance of different lighting applications and has designated specific categories for products like Stairwell/Passageway Luminaires, Wall-Wash Luminaires, Track or Mono-Point Directional Luminaires, Refrigerated Case Luminaires, and Display Case Luminaires. Each category addresses unique lighting requirements to enhance energy efficiency and lighting quality in commercial and industrial spaces.

Benefits of DLC Qualification

LED lighting products that meet DLC qualifications not only benefit from inclusion in energy efficiency programs but also demonstrate adherence to industry standards and energy-saving initiatives. End-users can access rebates and incentives for using DLC-qualified products, promoting sustainable lighting practices and reducing energy consumption. Additionally, DLC qualification enhances product credibility and market competitiveness.

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