1800W HMI daylight fixture with 5600K color temperature, producing approximately 125,000 lumens with low power consumption and requiring electronic ballast.
Definition
The 1800W HMI is a daylight fixture with 1800 watts of power and a 5600K color temperature. The HMI (Hydrargyrum Medium-Arc Iodide) lamp produces a high volume of light with low power consumption.
Practical Application
This lighting element is used in various professional scenarios:
- Color Correction: Adjusting color temperatures between different light sources
- Light Control: Precise control of light intensity and quality
- Effect Design: Creating specific visual atmospheres
- Efficiency Improvement: Reducing post-production effort through precise on-set control
Technical Details
Important technical features include:
- Power Consumption: 1800W at 90-250V
- Light Output: approx. 125,000 lumens
- Lamp Life: 400-750 hours depending on the model
- Requires an electronic ballast
Practical Tips
- The ballast must match the lamp wattage
- Do not touch the lamp with bare hands
- Use a light meter for accurate quantification of light changes
- Replace the lamp according to the manufacturer's instructions
Professional Standards
In professional film and television production, standardized lighting tools are essential for:
- Consistent image quality across multiple shooting days
- Quick adjustments without extensive rebuilding
- Cost-effective production
- Meeting the highest quality standards
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