Learn why you should say goodbye to fluorescent, halogen, and other technologies. LEDs have swept the marketplace because they are more cost-effective and efficient than other technologies. By 2030, LEDs alone could save $15 billion from utility companies and lower energy consumption by 190 terawatt hours. With a falling purchase price, more facility managers are looking to upgrade their lighting systems to LEDs, for the benefits like long-lasting lamps and low maintenance costs. Here are eight advantages for decision makers to consider.
1 | Energy efficiency
LED lights use 50% less electricity than traditional options like incandescent, fluorescent, and halogen lights. This results in savings on energy costs, especially for spaces with lights that are on for extended periods. LED lights also emit directional light as opposed to conventional bulbs, reducing wasted light and energy.
2 | Extended life
Unlike incandescent lamps which fail and “burn out” over time, LEDs have an expected lifespan of 30,000- 50,000 hours. This means that for the same price as a incandescent bulb, you can enjoy countless hours of illumination. Quality LEDs have an expected lifespan of 30,000–50,000 hours or even longer, depending on the quality of the lamp or fixture. A typical incandescent bulb lasts only about 1,000 hours; a comparable compact fluorescent lasts 8,000 to 10,000 hours. With a longer operational life and a lower maintenance cost, it could make sense for businesses to invest in LED lighting in order to save money in the long term.
3 | Cold temperature operation
Fluorescents love the heat, but LEDs love the cold. At low temperatures, more voltage is required to start a fluorescent bulb, and luminous flux (the perceived power or intensity of light) drops. But LEDs perform better as the temperature drops and are therefore well-suited for refrigerated display cases, freezers and chilly storage spaces. DOE testing found that an LED shelf light was 5% more efficient at -5°C than it was at 25°C.
4 | Durability
LEDs don’t need any filaments or glass enclosures to make them resistant to breakage and vibration. Traditional lighting usually includes one of these elements, which are susceptible to damage. While LEDs can have a circuit board attached to them, they don’t typically use any glass materials like those in old-fashioned light bulbs.
5 | Instant on
Many fluorescent and HID lamps don’t provide full brightness the moment they’re switched on, often requiring three or more minutes before reaching maximum light output. However, LEDs come on at full brightness immediately, and stay lit even if there is a power outage. This can be advantageous for companies that need to open up in the dark morning hours, or anytime workers are arriving at work after a power outage.
6 | Rapid cycling
LEDs have a longer lifespan - in contrast to traditional lights, which start to dim as soon as they’re switched on and off. LEDs are also unaffected by rapid cycling, like for flourescent blinking displays or for use with occupancy or daylight sensors.
7 | Controlability
It may take more than a few dollars to make fluorescent lighting systems dimmable, but LEDs have one key advantage: semiconductors. These devices are inherently compatible with controls and offer continuous, smooth level dimming. Fluorescent lights just have step-level dimming that's more noticeable.
8 | No IR or UV Emissions
Less than 10% of the power used by incandescent lamps is converted to visible light: The majority of the power is converted into infrared or emitted as heat. Excess heat and UV radiation from these lamps means they can cause burns to people and materials. LEDs emit virtually no IR or UV, but they do use electricity. Cost reductions and increased reliability mean LEDs are cheaper and more dependable than ever before. But the right choice for your application depends on a lot more than just energy efficiency — you need to consider the light quality and distribution, dimmability, and expected lifetime of the lamp.
BONUS | Intelligence
The traditional definition of light would be to provide visibility to any space. However, today, light can do so much more. It can help make our surroundings secure, boost comfort and productivity in an indoor space and can significantly help the environment too. Pairing LED lighting with intelligent sensors and controls can help create smarter solutions that are sustainable.
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