Wattage is often confused with brightness. With traditional lightbulbs, we relied on wattage to indicate brightness. However, with LEDs, wattage does not measure brightness, but it does measure power consumption. LED bulbs emit the same amount of light as traditional light bulbs but at a lower wattage. When selecting LED bulbs, look at light output, which is measured in lumens – it’s indicated on the packaging. For your convenience, the equivalent wattage of traditional bulbs is also shown, because many consumers are still familiar with this – but you need to disregard it in terms of the brightness of the product. As a guideline, a 35W conventional will have an output of 280-300lm and a 50W will be 380-400lm.
Please see chart below for a basic guide fo choosing the right LED bulb to replace your existing bulb type.
Choosing the right LED lighting can make a huge difference in the appearance of a room. With dimmable lights, you can find the perfect brightness and colour temperature for the mood you want. dimmable, so choosing the right light source is the first step. All LED light bulbs must be clearly marked on the manufacturer's website as well as on the product packaging. If you're not sure where to start with dimmable LED lighting, the guide below will help you. give some answers.
If you are not sure where to start with dimmable LED lighting, the following guide will provide some answers.If you need more help, contact our friendly experts today.
Choosing the right dimmer switch
There are two types of dimmer switches: leading-edge and trailing-edge dimmers. Some retrofit LED light bulbs and fittings have drivers that allow them to work with either type of dimmer switch. For up to date LED we recommend using a trailing-edge dimmer.
Because modern dimmers require a higher minimum load (higher output).
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