Edge-lit and back-lit LED panels both have their pros and cons due to the construction and performance of the different configurations.

Inside a back-lit LED panel, the LEDs are situated on a horizontal plate across the fixture. This allows the light to shine vertically directly through the diffuser and eliminates the need of the light-guide plate.

Our rule of thumb is that is you're looking for maximum savings and efficiency, consider looking at back-lit panels first. If the thickness and design if the panel is more important, consider edge-lit panels first.

There is no longer just one type of flat panel. Because of technological advances, you now have your choice of LED flat panels.

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Edge-lit LED flat panels were the first to be mass-produced and still have a slight edge in the market, especially when there is aesthetic preference. Here's a look at the pros and cons:

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While having more options is always beneficial to the consumer, sometimes it can feel overwhelming to find the exact LED fixture you need for your space. If you're shopping around, you may have noticed two different types of LED flat panels: edge-lit and back-lit. In this blog, we explain the difference and break down the pros and cons.

Regardless of which option you choose, upgrading to LED flat panels can save your facility time on maintenance and money on replacement products.

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There are several factors to keep in mind when you're upgrading to LED flat panels, including size, brightness, and UL listing.

Edge-lit and back-lit LED flat panels are both readily accepted in the lighting industry, but edge-lit LED panels were the first to hit the market. Manufacturers introduced back-lit LED panels thanks to technological advances.

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It's worth noting that some of the performance differences between edge-lit and back-lit configurations are narrowing. Side by side, they may look almost the same. There are some back-lit panels that provide great light distribution with no noticeable bright spots. At the same time, edge-lit panels continue to improve in efficiency and performance.

Whether you're considering a retrofit or working on a new construction project, LED flat panels offer several benefits, including the following:

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The primary difference between the two products is the arrangement of LED chips inside the fixture. Inside an edge-lit LED panel, a row of LED chips are arranged along the side of the panel. The light is distributed horizontally, then goes through a light-guide plate (LGP). The LGP directs the light downwards through the diffuser.

Back-lit LED panels use less material thanks to technical advances. The light shines directly through the diffuser. Here's a look at the pros and cons:

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There are now more options for LED flat panels than ever before, which is both exciting and intimidating when you're selecting product. We explain the differences between edge-lit and back-lit panels below.

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LED flat panels are a popular option for ceiling lighting because of their durability, reliable quality, versatility, and low cost. They're often used as replacements in retrofit projects for troffers of all sizes — 1x4, 2x2, or 2x4. New construction projects also call specifically for LED flat panels because they're thin yet durable. An LED flat panel can be just half an inch thick, so it can be easily mounted or suspended from the ceiling with cables.

An LED flat panel is a light fixture that replaces common fluorescent "troffer" fixtures found in all types of commercial buildings, from offices to schools to hospitals to stores and more. An LED flat panel saves energy and is extremely cost effective compared to equivalent options.