AnSI lumens is a standardized method for measuring the brightness of projectors. The abbreviation ANSI stands for the „American National Standards Institute“, which developed this standard. While „lumen“ is the general unit of luminous flux, the ANSI standard defines specific measurement conditions to allow realistic and comparable evaluation of beamer brightnesses. ComPeri is your experienced provider of conference room technology and media technology. Our team of experts will be happy to advise you on projectors and beamers and help you make the right choice.

ANSI lumens vs. lumens: realistic measured values

In contrast to conventional lumen values, which are usually determined under ideal laboratory conditions, the brightness of ANSI lumens is determined on the basis of an average value from several measuring points on the projection surface. This involves measuring the luminous intensity at at least nine different points on the projected image and calculating the average value.

When purchasing your projector, it means that you should ideally pay attention to ANSI lumens in order to obtain a more realistic estimate of the actual image brightness, as not only a single point measurement has been taken into account.

Many manufacturers specify the brightness of projectors in lumens, but without the ANSI standard, this value can vary greatly. While conventional lumens are often determined under ideal conditions, ANSI lumens measure the brightness under realistic conditions and therefore provide a more accurate estimate of the actual image brightness. For example, a projector with 3000 ANSI lumens is significantly brighter than a device with 3000 ordinary lumens.

How many ANSI lumens do you need?

The required luminous intensity of a beamer depends heavily on the location and the surroundings. A general rule of thumb is:

The choice of ANSI lumens for your projector depends on how much ambient light is available. This lumen brightness table provides a rough guide for different areas of use and ensures that the image projected by your projector remains clearly visible. Our experienced ComPeri team will also be happy to advise you personally on the selection of your projector or projector.

Why is it important to choose the right projector lumens?

The choice of the right ANSI lumens depends heavily on where you want to use your projector. For example, in conference rooms, where Präpresentations or video conferences are often held, a sufficiently high brightness is required to ensure a clear display even in daylight. We therefore recommend at least 3000 ANSI lumens to ensure good readability and color accuracy.</p

Projectors are also indispensable in educational institutions such as schools and universities. Classrooms or halls with a large projection surface and many windows often require devices with 4000 ANSI lumens or more to guarantee high visibility even with strong ambient lighting. The same applies in the event and entertainment industry, where even more ANSI lumens are often required to produce a clear and powerful image. High-resolution projectors are also extremely important for creative industries such as architecture or graphic design.

Select ANSI lumens with ComPeri

If a projector is too weak, the image will appear pale and difficult to recognize. If the number of lumens is too high for a dark room, this can lead to unpleasant glare. Therefore, the choice of the right ANSI lumens should be adapted to your individual needs and your industry. Before purchasing, it is advisable to find out about the ANSI lumen values and compare them with the requirements of your desired area of application.

Our experienced and competent team at ComPeri will be happy to help you! Thanks to our years of experience in the fields of conference room technology, video conferencing technology and media technology, we are the ideal contact for you! We are at your disposal all along the way - from consultation and design to installation and regular maintenance of your technology. Contact us today and discuss your ANSI lumen requirements with us!