Incandescent lamps used to be popular sources of lighting – now there is rarely a need to use them. This is due to the fact that they consume a lot of electricity and break down too quickly. Such devices are cheap, but you have to buy them quite often. For this reason, users began to look for – and soon found – alternative, more profitable, practical and easy-to-use options.
Energy-saving lamps got their name because they operate with minimal electricity consumption. This makes them extremely convenient to use. Buyers are wary of the high cost of such devices, but it is enough to just estimate the costs of using it and using incandescent lamps. The result is clear – in the first case, much less money will be spent.
Types of energy saving light bulbs
When purchasing such a device, you need to make sure that its characteristics and operating parameters are suitable for specific purposes. By design, this is a standard light source containing a phosphor, also called fluorescent. Near the base of the case, next to the base, there is a power supply. The following types of devices are available on the market:
- by shape – spiral, circle, horseshoe, square;
- with different types of bases – you need to inquire about their dimensions to understand whether the model is suitable for a specific lamp;
- with pear-shaped flasks, in the form of a ball or candle;
- with brightness control or dimming.
If you want to switch from energy-saving lamps to LEDs, you may encounter a difficulty. A fairly common problem is when the same type of base can cause a decrease in power.
How to choose energy saving lamps correctly
Before purchasing a device, you need to clarify the characteristics and understand its operating parameters. In particular, the most important of them are:
- rated power, or electricity consumption;
- power factor, the ratio of reactive to active;
- luminous flux and brightness of the light source;
- color temperature and color rendering index;
- ignition and warm-up time.
You should also inquire about the number of hours, on/off cycles, for which the bulb is designed. In the Eurosvet online store, you can choose the most suitable option based on the range and assistance of specialists.