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Gobo Projector India

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“Have you ever been to an event where patterned light is being projected onto a large surface? 
Perhaps on the floor of a large atrium in a casino, or onto the side of a building at night? Chances are you were seeing the light of a gobo projector. “

A gobo is essentially a stencil or template placed inside or in front of a light source to manipulate the shape of the projected light. In fact the word gobo comes from the phrase ‘GOes Before Optics’. 

A Gobo projector is usually made of three standard elements: a light source, a gobo, and a lens system. The light passes through the gobo, which might feature patterns, a logo, or even images. The lens system then projects that image on a surface. The precision and clarity of a gobo projector depends on the power of the light source, quality of the gobo and lens system. 

Gobos can be made of different materials, each suited for different applications. Metal gobos are durable and ideal for simple, high contrast design. Whereas glass gobos can feature intricate patterns and full colour images. Gobos are also made in different sizes for different projector systems. LIGMAN’s QUANTUM gobo projectors are designed to accommodate standard size-M gobos. 

Outdoor Gobo Projector

Gobo projector by LIGMAN

Gobo projectors have been used in the entertainment and performance industry for decades. Lighting manufacturers adapted technology from the theatre to be used in architectural applications. However due to the complex nature of gobo projectors, it was a long time before outdoor gobo projectors were available. 

Cooling systems for the lamps, ease of access to the gobo, and adjusting the lenses meant for a long time gobo projectors were large pieces of equipment. With so many moving parts, such a system is difficult to protect against the elements. Resulting in additional housing or materials to protect the gobo projector from wind, rain and temperature fluctuations. 

Thanks to LED technology, compact powerful gobo projectors are now available for exterior lighting applications. 

The QUANTUM gobo projector with IP66 rating would not have been possible a decade ago. With easily interchangeable size-M gobos, QUANTUM accepts both metal and glass gobos. This powerful yet compact outdoor gobo projector can enhance any outdoor lighting project. 

From the everyday outdoor gogo projector applications seen in commercial outlets. Such as announcing a sale, projecting festive images, or highlighting an entrance. To more sophisticated applications such as illustrating stories on historic buildings, or highlighting elements of landscape design with artistic shadows and patterns. 

QUANTUM is also available in a range of standard inspired by nature finishes. So whether it is standard colours like black, white or grey, the outdoor gobo projector from LIGMAN can also appear with a wood or stone finish. Allowing for discrete placement on a project and better integration with its surroundings. 

LED Gobo Projector

With the wide adoption of LED technology by the lighting industry, and advancements in the field, gobo projector design has dramatically changed. 

Prior to LED technology replacing traditional lamps, gobo projectors relied on halogen or metal-halide lamps. Whilst these powerful lamps did the job, they came with a number of downsides. Poor energy efficiency, high heat output, and limited life span. Constantly replacing lamps and dealing with overheating were common challenges for traditional gobo projectors. 

As is the case throughout the rest of the lighting industry, LEDs overcame many of the limitations of traditional lamps. LEDs consume significantly less power relative to their light output. Heat generated by LEDs is a fraction of the heat produced by halogen and metal halide lamps. And LEDs have a much longer life space, drastically reducing the maintenance costs and need to constantly replace lamps. 

Gobo projector for outdoor

LED Gobo Projectors also have signficantly improved performance when compared to traditional gobo projecors. LEDs provide a much brighter and consistent source of illumination. Paired with improved colour rendering which provides more clarity and vibrance of the projected image. 

FAQ

What is a gobo projector?

A gobo is essentially a stencil or template placed inside or in front of a light source to manipulate the shape of the projected light.

What does the word gobo mean?

The word gobo comes from the phrase ‘GOes Before Optics’.

What materials can a gobo be made from?

Gobos can be made from metal, glass, and in cost effective solutions also from plastic. 

What makes a gobo projector different from a normal spotlight?

A gobo projector is made of three standard elements: a light source, a gobo, and a lens system.

Where did gobo projectors originate?

Gobo projectors were first used in the theatre and entertainment industry. They were later adapted for use in architectural lighting situations. 

What were the limitations of traditional gobo projectors?

Traditional gobo projectors relied on halogen or metal-halide lamp sources. These lamps produced a significant amount of heat, were expensive, and only lasted a few thousand hours. 

How are LED gobo projectors an improvement over old technology?

LED gobo projectors are more energy efficient, produce less heat, and have longer maintenance times.

Are QUANTUM outdoor gobo projectors available with different finishes?

Yes, QUANTUM is available with a range of colours and finishes as standard.