VCOptic™

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. 

VCOptic VC1       VCOptic VC2       VCOptic VC4

VCOptic Principles

1. Control luminance - High luminance reduces visual comfort, so with VCOptic we control the luminances, especially at critical angles above 45 degrees.
   
   
2. Obscure lamp images - 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.
   
   
3. Manage intensity distributions and contrast ratios - 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.
   
   
4. Create visual interest - 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.

These four principles are applied to different solutions for different fixtures and applications. Follow the links below to learn more about individual VCOptic solutions.