Color temperatures for LEDs are standardized vis-a-vis the Kelvin scale.
layman terms:
2700K is the color of a standard incandescent (yellow).
3000K is white.
Geek terms:
Color Temp |
Example of source |
1900K |
Candle light or sunlight at sunrise or sunset |
2000K - 2700K |
Often used as accent lighting to blend in with fluorescent 2700K applications. |
3000K - 3200K |
Used as a primary light source for retail applications. |
3700K |
Coated lamps. Used where a "softer" metal halide light source is desired. |
4000K |
Used in general lighting; factories: parking lots, warehouses |
5000K - 5500K |
Daylight lamps: horticulture, aquariums, high color definition. |
5600K |
Nominal sunlight (mid day during mid summer) |
6000K |
Starts to get a blue tint like some automotive headlights |
