Learn how to choose LED bulbs and learn about their advantages

When we talk about replacing our incandescent , halogen or fluorescent bulbs with LED lights or bulbs , the first question that comes to our mind is how much will I save if I change? It is true that LED lights save energy, but we must also realize that...  LED lighting provides another series of features . , such as reducing maintenance , also represents a saving, but the type of light they provide is just as important .

It is common for many people to have the misconception that ...  LED lighting is only profitable for installations that have a lot of lighting points or require high - power lighting , but in fact, LED lighting for the home is undoubtedly the best long - term solution for lighting with lamps from bathrooms to large living rooms .

Energy saving LED bulbs

The savings resulting from LED bulbs compared to other lamps depend on the energy they consume, and also on maintenance costs .

Due to the useful life of LEDs , switching to this type of lighting will save you money for the first two years . That is, after 10 or 15 years, the life of a regular LED bulb ( some can be up to 25 years ), the savings will be very high .

LED lighting offers many advantages beyond economic savings , which is also important . Being a secondary source of heat, they provide uniform light that can be adjusted to adapt to different uses , as well as a choice of shades and color types , making them a great choice .

When one thinks about saving on their electricity bill , in addition to responsible consumption , having efficient products is an important part of the equation . If we are referring to light bulbs , the classic low consumption fluorescent type has stiff competition in LED bulbs .

In addition to increased efficiency, LED technology represents a significant increase in the useful life of a light bulb , averaging more than 40,000 hours in high- quality models . We must also take into account that depending on the use we provide, the quality and stability of our installation or placement ( whether integrated or not , with better or worse dissipation ) , due to excess heat can reduce the useful life specified by the manufacturer , which Always in perfect condition .​

How to choose LED bulbs 

There are many lighting product consumers who are dogged by doubt when it comes to knowing which LED bulbs to choose, either for a new installation or to replace existing halogen and / or low energy bulbs .

In the world of LED bulbs , unlike with other older technologies , a higher number of watts (W) does not mean the bulb will give off more light , which is known as lumen ( Lm) .

So, what should we look at when buying an LED bulb ? We will divide it into two main points :

It is not affected by the following :

• Price : A very cheap LED bulb ( see current offers in supermarkets , for example ) will be directly connected to a bulb with older LED technology , and is therefore inefficient .
• W: Whether it is  Low power LED product ( 1 watt models for example ) or vice versa ( 9 watt bicolor lamp for example ), it does not mean that the product is the most suitable, because yes, it offers a 9 watt bulb as a lamp that looks like an alternative to a 50 watt halogen very well , but a 6W bi - color LED with current technology will also replace 50W ...​
• Advertising : A huge billboard , with an XXL price tag and a larger LED , is not synonymous with savings . Currently , to the detriment of LED lighting products , ineffective products are being marketed , which leads to distrust of consumers in the long term , by offering products that, although they may seem “ inexpensive ” , do not offer the expected quality that technology requires . LED.

It is best to take into account :

• Brightness : is the most important factor  It should be taken into consideration when purchasing an LED lighting product , linked to the number of watts (W) of the product, always looking for the highest number of lumens with the lowest number of watts . Currently , the ratio must not be less than 80 l / W except for some very specific product ranges .
• Product Life : LED products increasingly offer a longer useful life , and should be at least 25,000 hours . Likewise, do not fall into the “ trap ” of so -called products that have a “ lifetime ” warranty , because that is something that does not exist . The longest lifespan of LED products is about 50,000/60,000 hours .