Litecontrol’s VC Optic family consists of advanced optical components that are individually engineered for maximal visual comfort. We adapt the VCOptic approach for the specific needs of a given fixture and application, always guided by the four VCOptic principles.
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VCOptic Principles
- Control luminance
- Obscure lamp images
- Manage intensity distributions and contrast ratios
- Create visual interest
1) High luminance reduces visual comfort, so with VCOptic we control the luminances, especially at critical angles above 45 degrees.
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2) New light source technologies such as T5HO lamps and LEDs provide high brightnesses from small sources - a potential recipe for discomfort. We engineer our VCOptic components to obscure the individual lamp images and maximize visual comfort.
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3) For direct lighting, discomfort can be related to a poorly controlled intensity distribution. For indirect and perimeter lighting, a poor intensity distribution produces high contrast ratios on the ceiling or walls, creating visual distraction. VCOptic components effectively manage the intensity distribution to optimize contrast ratios.
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4) Glare-free diffuse lighting can sometimes result in flat, dreary environments. Visually interesting elements make spaces more comfortable, more pleasant, and more satisfying. So our VCOptic approach seeks to add visual interest into the lighting.
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These four principles are applied to different solutions for different fixtures and applications. Follow the links on the left to learn more about individual VCOptic solutions.