Why do certain lights operate on 120 volts versus 12 or 24 volts? Furthermore, why does voltage matter?
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Why do certain lights operate on 120 volts versus 12 or 24 volts? Furthermore, why does voltage matter?
Will TM-30-15 Replace CRI? Last week, the Illuminating Engineering Society published TM-30-15, which may have important implications for the Color Rendering Index (CRI).
Understanding differences in beam angles for lights will help you perfect your lighting design. Learn all you need to know in this post.
Metamerism is when two colors that are not actually the same appear the same under certain lighting conditions. Read what this mean for you in this post.
Inrush current is the increased load demand caused by a device as it starts. Learn about what inrush current is and ways to prevent it in this article.
Can your LED bug light keep your nighttime activities pest-free? Let's talk about how insects relate to LED light bulbs.
Induction lamps generate light through an electromagnetic field the activates mercury in gases like krypton. Check out the pros and cons of these lamps.
Light output, energy efficiency, and life-span are vital guidelines that must be met for an Energy Star rating. Learn about these standards and how they work.
Due to issues with CRI measurements, the National Institute of Standards Technology has proposed a new metric system called the Color Quality Scale, or CQS.
Ultraviolet germicidal lamps, also called UV lamps, are primarily used in air, food, and water purification. These thin lamps help stop the growth of bacteria.
A plane's exterior lights provide pilots with visibility and guidance while navigating through the sky. Learn about the five most vital lights in this post.
Voltage drop is a common occurrence when voltage is loss in part of a circuit due to impedance.Learn about the causes of and how to prevent voltage drop.