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Why is Luxeon more energy saving compare to incandescent Bulb or Fluorescent Lamp?

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Incandescent Bulb or Filament Bulb as its normally known was invented by Thomas Edison. It's not energy efficient. For example, 100 Watt of energy. You put it into a normal Incandescent Bulb or Filament Bulb. Out of that 100 Watt of energy you put into the bulb, 80% (or 80 Watt) is used to heat up the tungsten filament and 20% (or 20 Watt) is used to produce the light. This means only 20% is used to produce light and 80% wasted as heat.
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Is Eye Saver an incandescent, halogen or fluorescent bulb?

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Eye Saver is an incandescent bulb. NASA conducted research with other light sources but found the incandescent light bulb is the best light source for this application because it produces the maximum amount of light with less glare. (back to top)
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How long can I expect my flashlight's incandescent lamp (bulb) to last?

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Your lamp should run for approximately 30 hours before it burns out. The lifespan will vary depending on how it is used (i.e., on continuously for long periods vs. repeated brief flashes).
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Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb on my 3-way lamp?

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GE does make CFL bulbs for use in 3-way lamps. Check the package for this application. If a regular CFL is use in a 3-way switch, it will work on the middle (medium) setting and it should not damage the bulb. The 3-way switch does not alter the performance of the bulb.
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Why does an incandescent bulb darken over the life of the lamp?

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During use, tungsten from the filament evaporates into the gas inside the light bulb. When the tungsten comes in contact with a cool surface it will condense. Often, with incandescent products, the tungsten condenses on the bulb wall, eventually accumulating, and causing darkening of the bulb. Halogen light bulbs eliminate the bulb darkening because halogen light bulbs have a special gas inside their bulb containing halogens.
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What's energy saving light bulb?

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Energy saving bulb ( also called compact fluorescent bulb, energy saving lamp, compact fluorescent light bulb and compact fluorescent lamp) generates their light on the same principle as fluorescent lamps. An electrical charge is passed through mercury vapour between two electrodes. This electrical field causes the vapour to emit invisible UV radiation. Fluorescent material applied to the inside of the glass tube converts the UV radiation into visible light.
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Can the energy saving bulb be dimmed?

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The electronic pre-switch system of the lamp contains a rectifier with a post-switch smoothing condensor (Elko). The Elko is always charged to the highest value of the alternating current, the mains current flowing quickly towards and as far as the maximum mains voltage. This configuration prohibits the operation of dimmers available in the trade as phase on and off dimmers damage the Elko due to their steep voltage gradient.
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What's the difference between a compact fluorescent light bulb and a fluorescent bulb?

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The primary difference is in size; compact fluorescent bulbs are made in special shapes (which require special technologies) to fit in standard household light sockets, like table lamps and ceiling fixtures. In addition, most compact fluorescent lamps have an "integral" ballast that is built into the light bulb, whereas most fluorescent tubes require a separate ballast independent of the bulb. Both types offer energy-efficient light.
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What is a fluorescent lamp?

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A high efficiency lamp utilizing an electric discharge through low pressure mercury vapor to produce ultra-violet (UV) energy. The UV excites phosphor materials applied as a thin layer on the inside of a glass tube which makes up the structure of the lamp. The phosphors transform the UV to visible lights.
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When do I break even when I use Compact Fluorescent Lights (energy saving bulbs)?

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quot;Photovoltaic solar electricity generation" and "solar thermal heating" involve two fundamentally different technologies, but both rely on the conversion of energy carried by solar radiation (sun light). quot;Photovoltaic solar electricity generation" involves the one step conversion of radiation energy to electrical energy. The technology required is based on the physical properties of semi-conductor materials like silicon and others.
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How often will I have to replace my lamp bulb?

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It depends on usage, however, we recommend you change it on a yearly basis for maximum performance. The bulb is guaranteed to last 1,000 hours. No problem. But do not remove the acrylic by picking or peeling it off. Since acrylic penetrates the nail bed, peeling it will damage the natural nail. Using a file, buff the acrylic down almost to the natural nail and proceed with the LUME' ® Nail system process.
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Why Use an LED instead of an incandescent bulb?

An incandescent bulb is highly inefficient and requires 10 times more energy than an LED. The capacitor in NightStar can only power a filament light bulb for a few seconds. By comparison, the energy stored in a battery is great enough to power inefficient devices for several hours. However, when a battery's energy is depleted, it either has to be discarded or recharged. Rechargeable batteries require external and often costly charging devices.
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What is the equivalent wattage for an energy saving lamp?

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Although energy saving light bulbs are more expensive than their energy-wasting counterparts, energy saving light bulbs make use of modern technology to reduce your overall electricity costs and consumption over time. Equivalent wattages can be found by clicking here.
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How do LEDs compare to a normal incandescent light bulb?

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Carmanah Lights use LEDs (light emitting diodes) for their light source, which are far more efficient in their power consumption than incandescent bulbs. Incandescent lamps expend much of their energy in the form heat dissipation (85%), whereas LEDs waste relatively little energy as heat. For more information, review Light Source in the Our Technology section of this web site.
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Q 6 - Will dimming an incandescent or halogen lamp save energy?

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A - It saves some energy, but the light output drops much faster than the energy saved. This is because as an incandescent lamp is dimmed, it still consumes a lot of energy generating infrared heat, so the energy savings are not as great as the reduction in light. If you need less light, a better solution is to use a lower wattage lamp, or use a more efficient source like a CFL. For instance, dimming a 75-watt incandescent lamp by 25% will still use 66 watts.
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What is the white powder I see inside my fluorescent bulb?

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The white powder that you see inside a fluorescent lamp is called phosphor, which is a substance that emits white, visible light whenever it absorbs light waves. Both compact fluorescent bulbs and fluorescent tubes contain a gas that gives off invisible light when excited by electricity. This invisible light travels to the phosphor coating on the bulb, where it is transformed into light visible to the human eye.
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What should I do if I break a fluorescent bulb?

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Puncture resistant gloves are recommended for cleaning up broken glass. After picking up all large fragments, wipe area thoroughly to clean any remaining glass or phosphor residue. If necessary, ventilate area to remove any remaining fine phosphor dust. After handling broken lamps, wash hands and face thoroughly. Incidental exposure to lamp contents is not harmful. The basic phosphor used in the manufacture of fluorescent lamps is a relatively inert phosphate.
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Can light output be made brighter by replacing the LED with an incandescent bulb?

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An incandescent bulb is highly inefficient and requires 10 times more energy than an LED. The capacitor in NightStar can only power a filament light bulb for a few seconds. By comparison, the energy stored in a battery is great enough to power inefficient devices for several hours. However, when a battery's energy is depleted, it either has to be discarded or recharged. Rechargeable batteries require external and often costly charging devices.
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How much energy does a compact fluorescent light bulb save?

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Compact fluorescent lights save you approximately 75% of the energy and last 10 times longer than a comparable incandescent light bulb. For more information, request our "Home Lighting" brochure.
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What are the benefits of dimming an incandescent lamp?

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Using a dimming switch on an incandescent light bulb will not only reduce the energy consumption of the lamp, but also it will extend the life of the lamp. A 10% reduction in voltage (12 volts) in a lamp designed for 120 volt operation will extend the life almost 400%. However, light output is reduced by 1/3.
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Why does energy saving light bulb 20W appear much darker than a light bulb of 100W ?

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Energy saving light bulb 20W is 1200lm, and the light power of a 100W bulb is 1380 lm. From it you can see that the energy saving light bulb 20W with in light power would be approximately equivalent to a "87W light bulb". bulbs of this performance level are not available on the market, it was decided to select for the pictogram on the outer packaging the nearest possible comparable output level in light power of conventional bulbs.
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What energy-saving options should I know about?

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You should give careful consideration to Alside's ClimaTech? Insulated Glass Package, featuring Low-E glass and argon gas. Low-E glass is an excellent barrier against ultraviolet rays which fade carpet, furniture, draperies, and even woodwork. Argon gas is colorless, odorless, nonflammable, nontoxic, and above all, a safe, inert gas that is heavier than air. Not only does argon gas help to increase the energy efficiency of a window, but helps to make your home quieter as well.
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Will a energy saving bulb work in my regular socket?

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No. . energy saving light bulbs have been designed to produce warm, pleasing light. You'll find it similar to our soft white bulbs.
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Can energy saving light bulb be operated with direct voltage?

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Usually, 5W to 11W E27 and 5W to 7W E14 can be operated on a direct voltage between 176V to 340V besides the usual alternating power usage. This means, for instance, energy saving light bulb may be operated with battery supplied 220/230V facilities in internal areas. At the lower limit of 176V the lamps will light perfectly in a environment with a temperature of 5??C to 50??C. They are not sensitive to over-voltages of the direct current grid up to 340V.
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Is a substitution of lamps for energy saving light bulb on the staircase possible and sensible?

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A substitution for energy saving light bulbs is only sensible if the the switch intervals are not too short. It takes, after all, ca. 2 minutes at room temperatue until a DULUX has attained its full lighting output = brightness and therefore a turning off should not take place before the passing of this time period.
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Do energy saving light bulb contain radioactive constituents?

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Compact fluorescent lamps with integrated electronic pre-switch systems do not contain radioactive constituents. (such as, for example, Krypton 85), also do not contain radioactive substances. This also applies to the appropriate electronic pre-switch system.
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Is there a broadcast reception interference if energy saving bulb are used?

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These lamps are discharge lamps with an electronic pre-switch system which operates with an operating frequency between 30 und 45 kHz depending on type of lamp. With it also higher frequency upper wave lengths are produced that are being dampened by transmitter non-interference filters so that the issued legally prescribed border values and cable associated interferences are in no way exceeded.
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How does the light output of an OTT-LITE bulb compare to an incandescent bulb?

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A 13 watt OTT-LITE bulb has an approximate light output comparable to a 60 watt incandescent bulb and an 18 watt OTT-LITE bulb has an approximate light output comparable to a 75 watt incandescent bulb. It is important to note, however that wattage only represents the amount of heat and energy being used, not the quality of the light output. In fact, most incandescent lighting wastes about 98% of the power they consume in heat.
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Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb with a dimmer switch?

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To use a compact fluorescent bulb on a dimmer switch, you must buy a bulb that's specifically made to work with dimmers (check the package). GE makes a dimming compact fluorescent light bulb (called the Energy Smart Dimming Spirals®) that is specially designed for use with dimming switches. We don't recommend using regular compact fluorescent bulbs with dimming switches, since this can shorten bulb life.
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