RFT lens technology
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- By: Kevin van Mierlo
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Definition
RFT lens technology refers to the mirror reflector found in some of TRALERT®’s LED work lights. This lens technology forms part of the secondary optical elements that contribute to a different (improved) light pattern. Other optical elements in a work light include reflectors, total internal reflection (TIR) optics, and diffusers. You can find various secondary optical elements for different types of lighting. Depending on your specific lighting requirements for the desired light pattern, you can choose from a range of lighting options. This enables you to capture additional light, increase light intensity or adjust the target area. This also includes the ability to soften or sharpen the light beam. Furthermore, you can use the lens or glass to alter the colour uniformity.
Reflect facing technology lens, how does it work?
With an RFT lens , an indirect beam pattern is used in the LED work light to illuminate your work area evenly. By positioning the LEDs horizontally and controlling the beam pattern via the mirror reflector, an evenly distributed light beam is created without any stray light. This even distribution can only be achieved using a lens with reflective mirrors. We have described the difference between a mirror-reflector lens and a direct lens in the blog post: “Direct lens vs indirect lens: what effect does this have on your work lights?”
Where are you most likely to find RFT lens technology?
The RFT lens is mainly found in wide-beam work lights. Furthermore, in technical terms, these lights are also known as flood beam lights. The function of these lights is to illuminate work areas across their width. Ideally, this is done without any extra bright spots, in order to replicate daylight conditions as closely as possible. To illustrate: this differs from work lights fitted with, for example, a spot beam. These are designed to illuminate a single specific point. Hence the name ‘spot’. Places where you will not find the RFT lens include rear lights or marker lights. The reason for this is the light function. With marker lights, the aim is, logically, to be ‘seen’. This contrasts with the function of work lights, where the focus is primarily on illuminating the area. That is why different lens technologies are used to illuminate your working environment as effectively as possible.
In short:
An RFT lens ensures an even beam pattern and is created by an LED-lens combination in which the mirror lens distributes the outgoing light. Are you looking for lighting that utilises this lens technology? Then take a look at the models: TRSW12274FB, TRSW12028FB and the well-known work light TRSW12275FB on our dealer portal. These flood beams feature the RFT lens , so you can expect an even, high-quality beam pattern.
If you have any questions regarding lighting or the appropriate beam pattern for your machinery, please get in touch with us! We’d be happy to help you with the uniform adjustment of your lighting system.
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