At MHSC Energy, we know the importance of precision lighting when it comes to large-format retail spaces. The Camping World Interior in Braunfels, TX presented an opportunity to deliver high-output illumination in a clean and consistent grid—ideal for wide open floors, tall ceilings, and a flexible retail environment.
Using a streamlined layout and a single luminaire type, this project exemplifies how efficiency and performance can go hand-in-hand. It’s the kind of job lighting contractors appreciate: easy to scale, straightforward to install, and built for long-term results.
Luminaire Details
For this project, we used the LHB5-UW3CCT-220W, a trusted high-bay luminaire known for both power and efficiency. With 72 fixtures installed, the lighting design provides ample coverage across the entire retail floor—delivering high output while keeping wattage and maintenance costs under control.
Fixture Breakdown:
Model: LHB5-UW3CCT-220W
# Lamps: 1
Delivered Lumens (per fixture): 32,837
Total Wattage: 15,599.52 W
LLF (Light Loss Factor): 1.000
Quantity Installed: 72
Average Lux Level: 85.67
This fixture choice provides excellent efficacy and beam control, which helps create even coverage in large, high-ceilinged environments without oversaturating certain zones or creating patchy light distribution.
Layout Dimensions & Reflectance Values
The interior layout was modeled using feet/inches coordinates, designed specifically to fit the architectural dimensions and operational needs of the Braunfels Camping World.
Wall Height: 24 ft
Mounting Height: 20 ft
Workplane Height: 2.5 ft
This mounting height is optimal for a retail environment with tall shelving or open floors, giving fixtures the right amount of vertical clearance for broad and even light distribution. The selected luminaire also performs well in this mounting range, ensuring high illumination without requiring additional rows or overlapping beam spreads.
Reflectance Assumptions (Defaulted for Accuracy):
Ceiling: 0.80 in
Walls: 0.50 in
Floor: 0.20 in
As always, MHSC Energy defaults to conservative reflectance values to avoid overestimating brightness. In real-world use, these values often result in spaces appearing slightly brighter than simulated—which is ideal for customer-facing retail without risking visual glare or discomfort.
Why Contractors Like This Layout
Lighting contractors benefit from a clean layout like Braunfels in multiple ways:
One Fixture Type = Simplified procurement and fewer part mismatches
Consistent Mounting Height = Faster installs, no guesswork
Grid Pattern = Predictable spacing, easier planning
No Racking or Obstructions = Minimal on-site adjustments
This type of setup allows teams to move quickly and efficiently without sacrificing precision. And if racking or displays are added later, the lighting levels are already balanced to compensate.
Built for Visual Comfort and Practical Performance
With an average lux level of 85.67, the lighting strikes the perfect balance between brightness and energy use. It’s more than enough for visibility, merchandising, and customer comfort—without wasting energy or over-illuminating areas unnecessarily.
Whether it’s showroom spaces, service zones, or wide retail floors, this design is ready to perform from day one. And thanks to the reliable high-bay fixtures used, maintenance demands are low—an important consideration for both facility managers and contractors aiming to minimize callbacks.
Let MHSC Energy Light Your Next Project
Looking to simplify your next lighting project while still delivering top-tier results? MHSC Energy provides layouts, photometrics, and product selection support that make your job easier—from bid to build.
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