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Lumen
Lumen is the unit for the total amount of light that a light source spreads in all directions. The lumen indication of a lamp states how much light the lamp can generate but it does not specify how...
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Lux
Lux (Latin for light) is the amount of lumen beamed onto a surface of 1 m2, also known as lighting power. One lux equals one lumen per m2. Why then is this value not specified on packaging, you may...
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What are switch cycles?
Switch cycles means: the life span of a lamp, expressed in the number of switchings (on and off). Using this factor, you can determine if a lamp is suited to the application required by you. The li...
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Where can I follow you on social media?
We love to inspire you in every way when it comes to lighting and ambiance. We work hard on our website and social media channels to bring you the best content. You can find DIY-tips, inspiration, ...
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What is Kelvin
The colour of light is expressed in Kelvin and in point of fact, we are talking about colour temperature. What tangible examples can be provided for this colour temperature? At a higher colour tem...
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What is start-up time?
Start-up time is the time that the light source needs to deliver at least 60% of its total amount of light. The duration of this depends upon the type of lamp. Carbon filament lamps, halogen or LED...
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Broken or faulty energy-saving lamp
You can turn to the municipality or to the shop to dispose of a faulty, yet intact energy-saving lamp. My energy-saving lamp has broken. What to do? Do’s Make sure that people do not tread on the ...
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Wattage
Watt is one of the most famous units of light, viz. the unit that indicates consumption power. Power in Watt can be calculated by dividing labour (in Joule) by time (in seconds). From a strictly fo...
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What is a focused lamp?
The shape of a lamp is decisive for the width of its light beam. A focused lamp is a spot or reflector lamp, with a light beam that is narrower than 90°. An ornamental application of this type of l...
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Why do your prices differ from the prices in stores?
On our website we list the suggested retail price. We don’t sell straight to customers. The retailers determine the price they sell the products for. Therefor the prices may differ.