Bright, High-Performance LED Shoebox Area Lights

LED Shoebox Fixtures Buyer’s Guide: Illuminate Parking Lots, Streets & Campuses

Everything You Need to Effectively Brighten Outdoor Spaces

Whether you’re illuminating a commercial parking lot, municipal streets, a school campus, or a warehouse yard, LED shoebox lights from ELEDLights deliver the performance, energy savings, and safety you need—without high maintenance or operating costs. Our fixtures are engineered to replace traditional metal halide (MH), high-pressure sodium (HPS), or outdated LED models with modern, energy-efficient, high-output lighting. From smaller 80W–150W LED shoebox lights to high-output 300W+ fixtures, we have a solution for every outdoor application.

Why Upgrade to LED Shoebox Lights

Conventional outdoor lighting often comes with:

Short lifespan and frequent replacements
Uneven light distribution
High energy and maintenance costs

Upgrading to LED shoebox lights offers:

Up to 70% lower energy use
50,000+ hour lifespans, meaning fewer replacements
Uniform, targeted illumination for safety and visibility
Reduced light pollution and better color clarity
Eligibility for commercial utility rebates and incentives

One-for-one LED replacements make upgrades simple—your existing poles stay in place, and headaches stay behind.

When It’s Time to Upgrade Older LEDs

Even if you installed LED fixtures in the past, today’s products may be significantly more efficient. Consider an upgrade if:

Your current fixtures are over 5 years old or running hotter than expected
New options provide selectable wattage and color temperature (CCT)
Smart controls like motion sensing, dimming, and daylight harvesting are absent
Your current setup no longer qualifies for utility rebates

ELEDLights can help identify if your fixtures qualify for new incentives and handle the rebate paperwork for you.

Real-World Results: LED Shoebox & Area Light Case Studies

Admints – Brighter Courtyard, Safer Staff (NJ)
We installed LED shoebox lights and wall packs, improving visibility for employees. Instant rebates cut nearly 40% of upfront costs, saving $4,300 immediately—plus ongoing energy savings.

Park Plaza – Eliminating Crime with Light (CA)
Old, inconsistent lighting caused loitering and vandalism. Replacing fixtures with 33 LED shoebox lights and 15 corn bulbs cut operating costs by $1,866/year and delivered uniform, reliable illumination across the property.

AVM Properties – Fast, Hassle-Free Upgrades (CA)
A San Diego strip mall upgraded parking lot lighting with guidance from our team. The manager had all fixtures selected, questions answered, and the truck loaded—ready for installation the next day.

Choosing the Right Shoebox Fixture

Step 1: Know Your Application

Parking Lots: Type III or V beams, 100W–300W LED power, photocell compatible
Street Lighting: 150W+ cobra head or shoebox fixtures, Type III or IV beam angles
Rural / Off-Grid Locations: Solar-powered LED street lights eliminate wiring and energy costs

Step 2: Match Beam Angles to Layout

Type III: For lot edges, perimeter poles, and roadways (light throws forward and wide)
Type IV: For large roads or campus drives (forward semicircle throw, minimal backlight)
Type V: Center-mounted poles in open areas (symmetrical distribution)

Step 3: Consider Controls & Smart Features

Modern fixtures may include:

Plug-and-play photocells for dusk-to-dawn control
Motion sensors
Wireless or smart control compatibility
Selectable wattage and color temperature

Mounting Options for LED Shoebox & Street Lights

Slipfitter Mounts: Adjustable tenon mounts, ideal for pole-mounted lights needing fine-tuned angles.
Adjustable Pole Mounts: Fixed-angle options for square or round poles, providing consistent coverage.
Yoke Mounts: Flexible for wall or surface mounting, allowing precise fixture aiming.
Wall Mounts: Perfect for building exteriors, alleys, or side-entry lots.

Pole Hardware & Accessories:

Tenon adapters for square or round poles
Multi-fixture tenon adapters (2, 3, or 4 fixtures)
Wall mounting kits for slipfitter fixtures
Yoke mount adapters for pole installations

Complete Your Project with Poles
Steel and aluminum poles in stock, from 8’–30’, round or square, provide secure mounting for your new LED fixtures. Custom sizing is also available.

How to Save Even More: Utility Rebates

Most ELEDLights outdoor area lights are DLC-listed and qualify for commercial utility rebates:

Reduce upfront costs by 20–70%
Shorten payback period to 1–2 years
Eligible for upgrades from older LED or HID fixtures

Our team can:

Apply for instant rebates where available
Handle most of the paperwork
Provide lighting layouts to maximize incentives

Free Design Services for Smart Lighting Upgrades

We provide complimentary lighting layout services:

Run lighting simulations for your site
Provide detailed layout diagrams
Recommend fixture types, spacing, mounting heights, and beam angles

Why Buy from ELEDLights?

We don’t just sell lights — we provide expert support to make your upgrade simple and cost-effective:

Our Key Advantages:

Real people, not bots, to answer your questions
Free lighting layouts and energy audits
Contractor loyalty program for repeat customers
Assistance with utility rebates to reduce upfront costs
Long-lasting, high-efficiency LED shoebox fixtures

Explore Our LED Shoebox Lights

From 100W to 300W+ fixtures, ELEDLights has a shoebox light for every application, including:

Type III, IV, and V distributions
Selectable wattage and CCT
Plug & play photocell and motion sensor options
Solar-powered models for off-grid locations

Whether you’re improving safety, upgrading infrastructure, or cutting energy costs, we have the right solution for your outdoor area.

(215) 355-7200

LED Shoebox Area Lights

Common Questions About Shoebox and Cobra Head Lights