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Can you dim the light from fluorescent tubes?

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Can you dim the light from fluorescent tubes? Dimming fluorescent tubes Whether fluorescent tubes can be dimmed is a difficult question. It is possible to dim fluorescent tubes, but we would never recommend it. It is not wise for your wallet or time use and the result often does not meet expectations. Most fluorescent tubes cannot be dimmed properly. Flicker often occurs when a fluorescent tube is really dimmed, creating an unpleasant atmosphere. It is therefore not applicable as a usable light system. In some cases, it is possible to produce a properly dimmed light, but these systems are not reliable and they fail quickly. To dim a fluorescent tube you must have a number of requirements. To begin with, some knowledge of electrical installations is required. You also need a dimmable ballast, a three-core ground cable, and the right dimmer button. Most dimming buttons are made for dimming incandescent or LED lighting , making them difficult to use for dimming fluorescent tubes.

Why does my lighting flicker?

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Why does my lighting flicker? What is flicker? The flickering of LED lighting is a common problem. It is one of the most annoying things when it comes to light. It may make you think of a horror movie, but electricity is there to make us live safely and comfortably. Flickering lights do the exact opposite. What can I do? The first solution for a flashing lamp is to replace an old bulb and to install a new LED version for it. The LED lighting is available in many shapes and sizes, finding a good replacement is certainly possible. Make sure you switch off the power and let the bulb cool down before changing it. Does the light still flash after changing? Then other solutions are possible. What makes the lamp flicker? In most cases, the flickering of a lamp is caused by a change in voltage, which suddenly dims the light. But there are also other options. The type of light. We can say with certainty that fluorescent tubes flash more than LED lighting. This depends on the temp

How do I choose the right LED spot?

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How do I choose the right  LED spot? I want to switch from halogen to LED, what should I pay attention to? When switching to LED it is important that you know the wattage of your current lamp. On the LED  product page there is a filter on the left with which you can select your current wattage and thus see all replacements. In addition, the color that the lamp radiates is also important. In the lighting world, we talk about 'Kelvin' values ​​when we talk about the color of light Which light beam do I need? Once you have your current wattage and the color again it is important to know what you want to use the light for. This is because every spot has a different light beam. The light beam from a lamp is the angle at which the light is emitted. The smaller the angle in degrees (D), the narrower the light beam. A narrow beam is for example to highlight your paintings or art. A wider light beam is there for general lighting. The most commonly used light beam for ge

How do I find the right lamp?

How do I find the right lamp? What is the lamp? The lamp is one of the most used lamps that we find in our house. It is also known as the lamp with the large screw fitting: a diameter of 27 millimeters. A lamp with a fitting always has the same base in terms of fitting, but the shape of the lamp itself can differ. What does the lamp look like? When thinking of a lamp you think of an old-fashioned light bulb you are on the right track. Today this is just one of the different forms of a lamp. The lamp is now available in shapes such as pear, ball, globe, stick, candle, tube and more. They can be used in practically any room for both home and business use. Due to the LED technology , we have a huge selection of LED lamps. They come in different shapes and have a matte or clear finish. In the filter on the right, you can choose which shape you want for your lamp. Do you want to switch to  LED lamps? If you want to switch to LED lamps it is important that you know what wattage yo

The recycling of an LED lamp

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The recycling of an LED lamp The LED lighting is very popular, they are not only energy-efficient but also environmentally friendly. Because of these properties, they are non-toxic and can certainly be recycled. As is known, LED is environmentally friendly, if you have already switched to LED, you are therefore helping to improve the environment. The LED lighting is many times more efficient than incandescent or gas discharge lamps. LED lamps have a longer lifespan and therefore you have to replace your lamps less often and therefore throw them away. In general, LED lamps to have a logo with a box with a cross through it. This means that lamps should not be thrown away in the garbage bin, but that they must be recycled. How can LED lamps be recycled? LEDs do not contain any toxic substances such as mercury. They mainly consist of electronic components such as printed circuit boards, diodes, semiconductors, etc. Therefore, they must be removed in the same way as traditional e