Phantom Lighting - Tips from the Manufacturer
Original lighting fixture manufacturer specializing in fine art lighting, art lights, picture lighting as well as custom cabinet lights, shelf lighting, cove lights and low voltage display illumination. - See The Light, Not The Fixture!Monday, October 06, 2008
Art Projector Comparision Chart
Specialty lighting manufacturers all around the country are going head to head with each other to get your attention. Choosing the right type of lighting manufacturer requires a little bit of information about, who the company is, and what type of product they are offering.Phantom Lighting is a pioneer, Houston-based art lighting company and low voltage lighting manufacturer established in 1981 to service the lighting and design community. Phantom Contour Projectors and Phantom strip lights feature lighting technology that is completely unique, 100% proprietary, and found nowhere else in the world of lighting. Phantom’s revolutionary approach to decorative picture lighting and low voltage cabinet lighting and under cabinet lighting has taken it from humble origins to the level of an international leader in lighting manufacturing on two continents.
As a fine art lighting manufacturer we are frequently asked how our Contour Projectors compare to similar optical framing projector products on the market. To help our customers better understand the differences, we have created a projector comparison chart showing a range of equipment.
Here are a few benefits of the Phantom Contour Projector:
- Phantom Contour Projectors are designed by a professional installer and have been engineered so a novice, do it your-selfer or qualified electrician can successfully illuminate art and sculpture.
- The Contour projector produces an even focused light source over your painting so that all of those hidden rich colors are illuminated. This “Lighted from within” look makes the contour projector definitely a one of a kind art lighting device.
- The patented mounting method, simplified optical system and the ability to use both shutters and custom templates make this one of the most versatile and awesome art lighting fixtures on the market today.
- A first in the industry, the Phantom Contour Projector RM Series (remodel housing) is specifically designed for installation between floors without damage to the ceiling and the low profile design will fit in joists as shallow as 10 " deep.
- The Contour Projector uses a 75-watt MR16 halogen based lamp for illumination purposes. This mechanism traps the infrared rays inside the fixture itself, while filtering out most of the ultra-violet rays before they set their sights on your artwork.
We invite you to call toll free 800-863-1184 to request literature online or visit our lighting blog to learn more about Phantom custom low voltage lighting products.
Are your art lighting products made in the USA?
Yes, our lighting manufacturing facility is located in Houston, Texas with professional lighting sales agents located throughout the United States that enable us to service all of Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America and the United States including Washington DC, Nashville Tennessee, Las Vegas Nevada. Portland Oregon, Oklahoma City Oklahoma, Tucson Arizona, Orange County California, Atlanta Georgia, Austin Texas and Palm Springs California.
Labels: Art Lighting Experts, Art lighting information, Art Lighting Manufacturers, art lighting projectors, Art Museum Framing Projectors, Comparing Picture Lights
Sunday, March 25, 2007
How does the Phantom Contour Projector compare with other optical framing projector?
The two fine art lighting projectors are very similar in design except for the light source, housings and mounting techniques. Utilizing a special 75-Watt MR16 lamp, the Phantom Contour Projector lens system collects 90% of the light and produces foot candle levels exceeding the 150-Watt lamp used in the Wendelighting® optical projector.The reduction in heat has allowed the engineers at Phantom Lighting System to reduce the size of the enclosures by 50% and create five different unique housings to handle any installation condition. The innovation in lamp technology and lens design has convinced fine art enthusiasts and professional lighting consultants to recognize the Phantom Contour Projector as the fixture of choice for fine art lighting!
How does the Phantom Contour Projector compare with the Halo framing Projector? The two lights are vastly different in optics, flexibility and performance. The Halo projector has a fixed optical system, which limits the performance and prohibits mounting the projector off center to compensate for key stoning, glare or frame shadows. The large housing is designed for new construction or installation where attic access is available. The Contour Projector on the other hand, has a focal lens system that can be adjusted to accommodate most art. The simple mounting techniques and multiple confinement methods make even a novice look like a lighting professional.
Let's compare the Phantom Contour Projector against the Lightolier Projector? The two art framing projectors are vastly different in optical performance, flexibility and light output. The Lightolier framing projector has a fixed optical system, which limits the performance and prohibits mounting the projector off center to compensate for key stoning, glare or frame shadows. The shutter blade system cannot be locked into position and is always out of adjustment. The medium sized round housing is designed for new construction or installations where attic access is available. The Phantom Contour Projector on the other hand, has a totally flexible focal lens system that can be varied to accommodate most art and sculptures. The simple mounting methods, high performance optical system and multiple confinement methods of the Phantom Contour Projector blow the Lightolier projector away!
If you are interested in learning more about lighting fine art with the Phantom Contour Projector, contact us online or call us toll free at 800-863-1184. One of our knowledgeable and experienced lighting consultants will be glad to assist you!
Labels: Comparing Picture Lights, Light Projector, Optical Framing Projector
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Lighting sculptures and three dimensional art is what the phantom light is all about.
We are often asked by our clients about lighting sculptures with the PHANTOM CONTOUR PROJECTOR. They want to know if it can be done, how it is done and how difficult is the process? What is a hand cut template anyway?
Frankly, shaping the light to fit the exact contour of a sculpture is one of the most challenging installations to master. It takes patience, determination and a desire to see the end result.
Hand cutting a brass slide to fit an intricate sculpture requires the right tools. A small set of jewelers files and sharp cutting scissors. The process is completely trial and error. That means it is not easy, but by no means impossible for a rookie. We have detailed TEMPLATE CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS to help guide you through the process.
The brass slide above was cut to light a wall hung Miro sculpture. A small vertical slot was cut in the slide to find the target and establish orientation. Then, using scissors, small triangular cuts were made on both sides in several locations to establish cutting references. Then the remaining brass removal was done with jewelers files to replicate the intricate details of the Miro sculpture. This was an eight hour project and required several attempts to get it right. Perhaps with the owner's permission, I will post the finished product in a subsequent blog.
Positioning of the light is critical to the process. Before installing the light it is a good idea to test how the light hits the sculpture and more importantly what shadows are created. The shadows are an indicator of what will have to be cut on the template to properly outline the sculpture in light. In some instances, the sculpture may have appendages or projections that are simply impossible to cut out. In that case, all you can do is outline the sculpture in a controlled pool of light. Others can simply be cut out to illuminate only the sculpture without light on the wall or pedestal. The results are stunning!
To learn more ART LIGHTING or LIGHTING FINE ART please visit our website www.phantomlighting.com or contact one of our LIGHTING REPRESENTATIVES in an area near you.
We are recognized as one of the country's premiere lighting manufacturers of Art Lighting, Cabinet Lighting, Cove Lighting, and Adjustable Shelf Lighting.
Labels: Accent Light Manufacturers, Comparing Picture Lights, Fine art lighting, Low Voltage Display Lights, Optical Projector Lighting
Thursday, April 06, 2006
Phantom contour projector universal rotating ring and mounting cradle make installation a snap!
One of the unique features of the PHANTOM CONTOUR PROJECTOR is the universal rotating ring and fully adjustable mounting cradle inside all the different housings. Designed with the installer in mind, the heavy duty mounting assembly is the foundation for the contour projector making it a snap to install. Feel free to call the art lighting specialists toll free at 800-863-1184 if you have any questions about Phantom lighting products, or to discuss which model is right for your application. Let them know what they can do to help- they have experienced technicians ready to share their knowledge about fine art lighting with you.
Labels: Art Lights, Art Museum Picture Lights, Comparing Picture Lights, Fine art lighting equipmemt, Lighting projector, Optical Projector Lighting, Phantom Contour Projectors
