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CoreBay Series LED Linear High Bay Lights – A Complete Guide for Warehouses, Gyms, and Large Facilities

Kevin Hernandez

The CoreBay Series LED Linear High Bay Lights from NCLTG are engineered to solve one of the toughest challenges in commercial and industrial lighting: providing bright, uniform illumination in high-ceiling environments. From warehouses and logistics centers to gymnasiums and manufacturing floors, these fixtures deliver the power, flexibility, and efficiency contractors demand and building owners expect.

With selectable wattage, adjustable color temperatures, high lumen output, and commercial-grade reliability, CoreBay Series high bays make it easy to tailor light levels to each space. This versatility means you get optimal performance at installation—and the ability to adjust as your facility’s needs evolve.


Why Choose CoreBay LED Linear High Bay Lights?

Lighting large, open spaces comes with common problems: dark spots, glare, high utility bills, and frequent maintenance. CoreBay addresses these issues with purpose-built design and advanced LED technology. Key advantages include:

  • Selectable Wattage: Choose the output that matches your ceiling height and layout—without swapping fixtures.
  • Adjustable CCT: Fine-tune color temperature (typically 3500K–5000K) for productivity, comfort, or brand alignment.
  • High Efficiency: Models reach efficacy levels over 160 lm/W, cutting energy bills by up to 60% compared to HID fixtures.
  • DLC Premium Listed: Unlock utility rebates while meeting today’s strictest energy codes.
  • Long Lifespan: With an L70 rating over 50,000 hours, CoreBay minimizes downtime and maintenance costs.
Infographic showing CoreBay Series LED Linear High Bay Lights advantages including selectable wattage, adjustable CCT, high efficiency, DLC Premium, and 50,000-hour lifespan
CoreBay Series Advantage Wheel highlighting selectable wattage, adjustable CCT, high efficiency, DLC Premium listing, and long lifespan.

How CoreBay Solves High-Bay Lighting Challenges

Problem: Inconsistent Illumination Across Wide Areas

Large facilities often deal with shadows or uneven light distribution. The CoreBay’s engineered linear optics provide uniform coverage, ensuring safe navigation in aisles, visibility on work surfaces, and a professional appearance for customers and staff.

Problem: High Energy Costs

Metal halide and T5/T8 fluorescent high bays consume large amounts of power. CoreBay delivers the same—or greater—light levels while consuming a fraction of the energy, lowering operating costs dramatically.

Problem: Frequent Maintenance

Changing bulbs and ballasts in fixtures 30+ feet off the ground is costly and disruptive. CoreBay’s solid-state LEDs with rated lifetimes of 50,000+ hours significantly reduce service calls, lift rentals, and downtime.

Problem: Glare and Visual Discomfort

Facilities where employees or athletes spend hours under high-intensity lighting need glare control. CoreBay optics distribute light evenly, minimizing hotspots while maintaining brightness.

Infographic comparing legacy HID and fluorescent high bay lighting with uneven dark spots versus CoreBay Series LED Linear High Bay Lights providing bright, uniform illumination in a warehouse aisle
Comparison of legacy HID/fluorescent high bays with dark spots versus CoreBay LED Linear High Bay Lights delivering uniform coverage.

Applications for CoreBay Series High Bay Lights

Because CoreBay is available in multiple wattages and lumen packages, it adapts to nearly any high-ceiling use case:

  • Warehouses and Distribution Centers: Reliable aisle lighting for inventory visibility and safety compliance.
  • School Gymnasiums: Bright, uniform coverage that supports athletics, assemblies, and community events.
  • Industrial Manufacturing: High-output illumination to reduce errors and increase worker safety.
  • Retail Big Box Stores: Enhance product visibility while cutting overhead costs.
  • Airplane Hangars and Exhibition Halls: Scalable lumen packages for very large spans.
Infographic grid showing CoreBay Series LED Linear High Bay Lights applications including warehouses, gyms, manufacturing, retail stores, and airplane hangars
CoreBay Series high bay lighting applications: warehouses, gymnasiums, industrial manufacturing, retail big-box, and airplane hangars.

How to Select the Right CoreBay High Bay for Your Project

Choosing the right high bay depends on mounting height, spacing, and required foot-candles. CoreBay simplifies this process with selectable wattage and CCT options, but here’s a general guide:

CoreBay Mounting Height vs Wattage Selection
Mounting Height Recommended Wattage Approx. Lumens Best Applications
15–20 ft 100–150W 15,000–18,000 Small warehouses, gyms
20–30 ft 150–200W 22,000–30,000 Large warehouses, industrial floors
30+ ft 200–240W+ 30,000+ Aircraft hangars, stadiums


Infographic chart showing recommended wattages for CoreBay Series LED Linear High Bay Lights at ceiling heights from 15 feet to 30 plus feet with corresponding lumen outputs
Recommended CoreBay LED High Bay wattages and lumen outputs for ceiling heights from 15 ft to 30 + ft.

Frequently Asked Questions About CoreBay High Bays

How do I know what wattage to choose?

Determine your ceiling height and required light levels (foot-candles). CoreBay’s selectable wattage allows adjustment on-site, so you can fine-tune performance after installation.

Can CoreBay qualify for utility rebates?

Yes. CoreBay is DLC Premium listed, making it eligible for many rebate programs across the U.S.

Do these fixtures support dimming?

Yes. CoreBay Series fixtures are compatible with 0–10V dimming, enabling lighting controls and energy savings strategies.

Are CoreBay lights suitable for gyms and sports facilities?

Absolutely. With uniform light distribution and reduced glare, CoreBay is an excellent choice for school and community gyms, indoor courts, and recreation centers.

What maintenance is required?

Virtually none. With lifetimes over 50,000 hours, you won’t need to replace lamps or ballasts like legacy high bays. Occasional cleaning of lenses may be required in dusty environments.


Why CoreBay Is the Best Choice for Your Facility

When it comes to high-ceiling lighting, compromises can be costly. CoreBay eliminates the guesswork with fixtures that are powerful, efficient, and adaptable. Whether you’re upgrading outdated HID systems or designing new construction, CoreBay provides reliable performance and long-term savings.

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Infographic bar chart comparing total cost of ownership for HID, fluorescent, and CoreBay Series LED High Bay Lights with CoreBay showing lowest cost
Total cost of ownership comparison showing CoreBay LED High Bay Lights with the lowest long-term cost versus HID and fluorescent fixtures.
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