Incandescent bulbs and halogen bulbs have now been almost completely banned, and we are increasingly flocking towards LED lighting solutions. But in spite of this shift, there is still a great deal of choice — with huge differences in terms of power consumption, heat output and lighting technology. What factors should you bear in mind when lighting your buildings, and what do you need to know about LED lighting? Read on to find out!
In the old days, if a bulb broke, you'd simply replace it with a new one. But now, it's more likely that you'll think about installing an LED solution. The glossary below will help you select the right lighting for your workplace:
Lumen: This term refers to the unit used to measure the total quantity of light visible to the human eye, originating from a lamp or another light source. In other words, it tells you how much light the light source produces.
Lux: This term indicates how much light is emitted per square metre at a certain working height. The European Union has set standard lux values for a range of interior lighting environments.
Colour temperature: The colour temperature of a light source is expressed in degrees Kelvin (K). This value indicates which colour light is emitted by a light source. The lower the Kelvin value, the warmer the colour.
CRI/RA (Colouring Rendering Index/Rationale): The CRI/RA value is an index that indicates how well a light source reflects the natural colours of illuminated objects.
Lighting and productivity within a building is important for the productivity of the company and its employees, for any livestock, and for the general atmosphere of the working environment. The CRI/RA value is an index that indicates how well a light source reflects the natural colours of illuminated objects. The maximum value is 100 and the recommended value is at least 75. In contrast to LED lamps, lamps such as sodium-vapour lamps have very poor colour reproduction. LED lighting contributes to a better representation of natural colour and does not emit any heat. The light remains cool, unlike with incandescent or halogen bulbs. Installing the right lighting in your workshop or livestock sheds can also boost productivity.
Energy and life span
As well as boasting better CRI/RA values and zero heat emissions, LED lighting is also the most energy-efficient form of lighting. LED lights convert between 20 and 50 percent of the energy they consume into light. This is significantly different to the performance of an incandescent bulb, for example, which only converts 8 percent of its energy into light. In addition to their improved performance, LED lighting is also more durable than other forms of light: An LED bulb has a longer life span than other types.
Comparison
The table below sets out the main differences between the lamp types. The table includes incandescent bulbs, halogen bulbs, fluorescent lighting, HCI and LED. What are the differences with regard to efficiency, life span, colour temperature and CRI/RA value?
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