LED Lighting – An Introduction

What exactly is LED lighting? LED lighting is quite a new term but is becoming more and more popular. LED stands for light emitting diodes, which basically means LED lights produce more light per watt than incandescent bulbs and last approximately more than 15 times longer than normal light bulbs. LED was first invented in Russia in the 1920's, and now they have replaced not only types of lighting for your home but in TVs, radios, telephones, calculators, and even watches. Many lighting stores and websites now offer a selection of LED lighting including LED indoor lights, outdoor lights, components and wiring, power supplies and transformers, LED bathroom lighting, and LED lamps.

LED Lights – Advantages and Disadvantages

So now we all have the choice of this new lighting called LED, why is it better or worse than the normal lighting we use? Here is a look at the main advantages and disadvantages to LED lights:

Advantages:

– LED lighting is a lot more efficient than incandescent bulbs and has a longer life span

– They can give off different shades of colors without using a color filter which is usually needed.

– Dimming LED lights is very easy to accomplish.

– LED lights do not contain mercury which most fluorescent lamps do contain.

– No UV emissions – LED lighting does not give off excess heat or UV radiation.

Disadvantages:

– LED despite may save you money because the bulbs last longer are of a higher price initially

– Due to the new nature of LED there is currently not a wide choice in the range of lighting available

– At present there is no standardization for this type of technology and so people fear that if there light breaks they can fix the light with a spare part or will the whole fixture need replacement.