There are several types of lamps today today. The most common – halogen, LED and energy -saving. Which of them is best? This is largely determined not only by their functionality, but also by practicality and safety for humans.
Halogen. Let’s start with halogen lamps, which are considered the main alternative to classic bulbs. They are of two types – up to 24 V and 220 V. Quartz glass flask is filled with pairs of iodine and bromine, such bulbs can operate up to 6 thousand hours, resistant to voltage drops, differ in increased light output and color rendering. The new generation of such lamps-IRC-goglines-is covered with a special composition that reflects infrared radiation and misses light, which increases the effectiveness of the lamp, which consumes 45% less electricity and can last twice as long.
The disadvantage of halogen lamps can include increased sensitivity to fatty contaminants, which, like others, can, burning, lead to the blackening and destruction of the flask. Therefore, you can touch such a bulb only in gloves or through a napkin. It is also worth considering that the halogen lamp is able to warm up to very high temperatures. When installing, you need to ensure that it does not contact with other items.
LED. LED lamps consume five times less electricity than ordinary, durable (up to 50,000 hours) and easy to install. Can be used in any lighting device and are not afraid of frequent inclusions. However, it should be remembered that overheating of the LED (above 50 degrees) can lead to a significant reduction in service life-up to 5-10 thousand hours. It is also important to remember that if a case LED or an electronic unit fails, the lamp can be thrown away.
Energy -saving. Energy -saving lamps are most often used to illuminate apartments. Like two other, already considered species, these lamps are quite durable. The shape of such lamps can be spiral or U-shaped.
The color temperature determines the radiated light, which is of three types: warm and cold, white and daytime. Warm light lamps are recommended for home lighting.
The main drawback of these lamps is that they are filled with pairs of argon and mercury, which are one of the most dangerous substances for humans. If such a lamp is damaged, then you need to immediately leave the room and ventilate it. In addition, energy -saving lamps are significantly more expensive than conventional incandescent lamps.
The decision to buy certain lamps is made by everyone on their own, but the main thing is to remember that you cannot save on their own health. The Project Rosti portal advises you to buy high -quality lamps and use as much light as possible in the apartment.