LED lights

• Energy efficiency: LEDs are extremely energy-efficient and convert a large proportion of the energy supplied directly into light. Compared to conventional light bulbs, they consume significantly less electricity, which considerably reduces energy costs.
• Long service life: With an average of 50,000 hours or more, LED light sources are far more durable than conventional light sources, which not only minimises the cost of replacement, but also reduces waste.
• Good environmental compatibility: LEDs do not contain any toxic materials such as mercury, which is often found in other lighting technologies. This makes them more environmentally friendly and facilitates disposal at the end of their service life.
• Low heat generation: Unlike incandescent lamps, LEDs generate minimal heat. This not only makes them safer to use, but also more efficient, as the energy generated is converted directly into light instead of being lost as heat.
• Low maintenance: Thanks to their longevity, LED lighting requires minimal maintenance. The infrequent need to change lamps not only reduces costs, but also the effort required for regular maintenance.
• Various light colours available: LEDs offer the ability to produce different light colours, from warm yellow tones to cool daylight white. This adaptability makes it possible to customise LED lighting to individual preferences and requirements.
• Dimmable, remote-controllable and intelligent: LED lamps are often dimmable, which not only influences the atmosphere in the room but also further reduces energy consumption. Many systems can also be controlled remotely and even integrated into intelligent lighting systems.
• Contains no mercury: Unlike some other light sources, LEDs do not contain mercury. This not only makes them safer to use, but also more environmentally friendly, as mercury can have a significant impact on the environment if disposed of improperly.

Why does an LED lamp consume less power? The significantly lower power consumption of LED lamps compared to traditional light sources is due to their unique operating principle. Here is a basic explanation of how LED lighting works and why it is so energy efficient:

• Light generation through electron movement: LED stands for "Light Emitting Diode", which in German means "Licht emittierende Diode". LEDs use a semiconductor chip made of materials such as gallium, arsenic or phosphorus. When an electric current flows through the semiconductor, it excites the electrons in the material. These excited electrons then emit energy in the form of photons, which generates light.
• Direct light generation: Unlike conventional light bulbs, which generate heat to make a filament glow, LEDs create light directly through the movement of electrons in the semiconductor material. This means that the majority of the energy supplied is actually converted into light instead of being lost as heat. This makes LEDs far more efficient.
• No filament losses: Incandescent lamps produce light by heating a wire inside the lamp until it glows. This filament process leads to considerable energy losses in the form of heat. LEDs, on the other hand, have no filament and generate light through an electronic reaction, which minimises the loss of energy in the form of heat.
• Targeted light emission: LEDs also enable precise control of light direction. By integrating reflectors and lenses, the light generated can be directed in a specific direction. This prevents scattering losses and ensures that the light arrives exactly where it is needed.
• Efficient light colour generation: LED lighting can generate light in different colours by using different materials in the semiconductor chip. This enables flexible adjustment of the light colour without the use of colour filters, which in turn reduces energy consumption.

• Brightness (lumens): The brightness of LED lamps is measured in lumens. The higher the lumen number, the brighter the lamp. Think about how much light you need in a particular room. For living areas, around 300 to 500 lumens per square metre is sufficient, while more light may be needed for work areas or kitchens.
• Light colour (colour temperature): The colour temperature is measured in Kelvin (K) and influences the mood of the room. Low Kelvin values (e.g. 2700K) produce warm, yellowish light, while higher values (e.g. 5000K) produce cooler, bluish light. Decide on the right colour temperature for the desired ambience and intended use. You can also read more about this in our blog!
• Colour rendering index (CRI): The colour rendering index (CRI - Color Rendering Index) indicates how natural and true to the original colours appear under the light source. A higher CRI value (typically over 80) means better colour rendering. This is particularly important in rooms such as kitchens, where the correct colour rendering of food is important.
• IP protection class: The IP protection class provides information about the protection of the luminaire against the ingress of water and dust. For example, IP20 stands for use in dry indoor areas, while IP65 offers protection against moisture and splash water and is therefore suitable for bathrooms. Make sure that the IP class of the LED lights meets your requirements, especially in damp rooms or outdoors.
• Energy efficiency class: The energy efficiency class indicates how efficiently the respective LED lighting consumes energy. It ranges from A++ (very efficient) to E (less efficient). A higher energy efficiency class generally means lower operating costs and a lower environmental impact.
• Dimmability and additional functions: Check whether the lights are dimmable if you want to be able to adjust the light intensity. Some models also offer smart functions such as remote control or integration into smart home systems - check whether these features meet your needs.

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