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LED Lamps

LEDs are the up and coming lighting technology. Each successive generation is more energy efficient than then last. Today LEDs last up to 10 times longer than compact fluorescents and far longer than typical incandescent bulbs. The latest LED (light emitting diode) light bulbs produce about the same amount of light per watt as compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs).

LED Lamps

  • Extremely efficient
  • High life (50,000+ hours)
  • Good Color Rendition (CRI)
  • Dimmable

LEDs are the up and coming lighting technology. Each successive generation is more energy efficient than then last. Today LEDs last up to 10 times longer than compact fluorescents and far longer than typical incandescent bulbs. The latest LED (light emitting diode) light bulbs produce about the same amount of light per watt as compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs). LEDs can be found in luminaires (light fixtures) and even retrofit lamps (bulbs).

A light-emitting diode (LED) is a semiconductor diode that radiates light (electroluminescence) when current passes through it in the forward direction. Electrons move though semiconductor medium and “fall into” other energy levels during their transit of the p-n junction. When these electrons make a transition to a lower energy level, they give off a photon of light. This photon may be in the infrared region or just about anywhere across the visible spectrum up to and into ultraviolet.

Because of the low power requirement for LEDs, using solar panels becomes more practical and less expensive than running an electric line or using a generator for lighting. There are other differences beyond life and energy savings. Unlike incandescent bulbs and CFLs, which splash light in all directions, LED bulbs are directional. LEDs drive their light in one direction, so that you have light exactly where you want it. This directional lighting equals savings in yet another fashion. LEDs don’t waste light (energy) on areas you don’t need illuminated, which is also why they are perfect task lights.

Since LEDs do not have a filament, they are not damaged under circumstances when a regular incandescent bulb would be broken. Because they are solid, LED bulbs hold up well to jarring and bumping. These bulbs do not cause heat build-up; LEDs produce 3.4 btu’s/hour, compared to 85 for incandescent bulbs. Last, no mercury is used in the manufacturing of LEDs, and they are more efficient. LED light bulbs use only 2-10 watts of electricity (1/3rd to 1/30th of Incandescent or CFL).

LED Lamp News

Glass Surface Systems is Closing

Glass Surface Systems is Closing

Glass Surface Systems is closing. Glass Surface Systems coated light bulbs (lamps) to make them shatterproof or to meet the requirements of specific applications.

New Fixtures With T8 LED Tube Lights Introduced by Access Fixtures

WORCESTER, Mass., Jan. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Access Fixtures has expanded its LED product line to include T8 LED Vapor Tight High Bays and T8 LED Wrap Around Fixtures. Previously an industry standard with T8 fluorescent lamps, the fixtures are now available with T8...

Recent LED Lamp Projects

Shadow-Free Mechanic Shop Lighting Solution

Shadow-Free Mechanic Shop Lighting Solution

The Problem A customer recently contacted Access Fixtures for a lighting solution in his Illinois auto detail and waxing shop. His primary goals, which are the goals of any auto body and detailing shop, were to achieve better lighting and consistent light levels and...

Flicker-Free Lighting: Learn How & Why It Is Important

Flicker-Free Lighting: Learn How & Why It Is Important

Recently, a customer contacted Access Fixtures looking for a lighting solution for his new “man cave.” The area being lit was just recently built and featured a 15’ ceiling. The customer intended to use the space for martial arts, activities with his son, and for...

LED Lamp Blogs

Flickering LED Lights: A Complete Troubleshooting Guide

Flickering LED Lights: A Complete Troubleshooting Guide

LEDs have come to the forefront of the market in recent years; investing in LEDs not only saves you a lot of money, but dramatically reduces the hassle of relamping and replacing units. With fluorescents gradually being replaced by LEDs, you may have thought the days...

T8 LED Tube Lamp – TLED Questions and Answers

T8 LED Tube Lamp – TLED Questions and Answers

If you are considering purchasing or installing T8 LED lamps, also known as TLEDs, be sure to continue reading. Access Fixtures lighting specialists receive and answer many questions about T8 LED tube lamps on a regular basis, and to help our customers out we have...

How to Rewire T12 or T8 Fluorescent Fixtures for T8 LED Lamps

How to Rewire T12 or T8 Fluorescent Fixtures for T8 LED Lamps

T8 bulbs, also known as T8 lamps or T8 TLEDs, are energy-efficient, lumen-boosting replacements for T8 or T12 fluorescent lamps. If you are ready to upgrade your fluorescent lighting to LEDs, T8 TLEDs are a fantastic alternative to buying full LED fixtures. Because...

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