Replace 2000W Metal Halide | 800W LED Football Stadium Lights Retrofit

Replacing outdated 2000W metal halide football stadium lights with modern LED technology can significantly reduce installed lighting power while improving light distribution, maintenance and control. For stadium retrofit projects, however, the replacement wattage should always be confirmed through a professional photometric calculation rather than relying on a simple watt-for-watt comparison.

800W LED Replacement for Football Stadiums

The FORTOMO 37SL LED Sports Light is available in 600W, 800W, 1000W and 1200W configurations. The 800W version provides a practical option for high-output football stadium retrofit projects, with a stated luminous efficacy of 150–170 lm/W .

Compared with a 2000W metal halide fixture, an 800W LED solution can substantially reduce fixture power consumption. Actual energy savings depend on the existing system, operating hours, ballast losses, required lighting levels and the number of replacement fixtures.

Multiple Optics for Stadium Retrofit

The 37SL supports 15°, 25°, 35° and 45° beam angles , corresponding to NEMA 2–6 distributions. This makes it possible to match the LED optic to existing pole height and fixture positions.

For a stadium retrofit, a new photometric plan should evaluate lux, uniformity, glare and light spill before selecting the final LED wattage and beam angle.

Easier Maintenance with Removable Driver

The 37SL features a removable driver box , which can help simplify servicing and reduce maintenance costs. It also uses a quick-plug connection and a 360° rotatable design for easier installation and aiming.

The fixture uses SMD5050 LEDs , with Lumileds, Cree or local-brand options, and Inventronics or local-brand drivers.

Durable LED Stadium Floodlights

The 37SL is designed for demanding outdoor sports environments, featuring IP66 protection, tempered anti-UV glass, die-cast aluminium construction and low-EPA design . It operates from -40°C to +45°C and offers optional 10kV/20kV surge protection .

Its rated life is up to 100,000 hours , with a 5-year warranty.

Smart Controls for Further Savings

The 37SL supports 0–10V, PWM, DALI, DMX512 and Synapse controls. This allows stadium operators to adjust lighting levels for matches, training and maintenance rather than operating every fixture at full power continuously.

For football stadiums considering a 2000W metal halide to 800W LED retrofit , the 37SL provides a high-efficiency alternative with multiple optics, low-glare performance and flexible controls. A project-specific photometric calculation can confirm whether 800W provides the required performance for the existing pole layout before the conversion begins.