Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This first Question of the Day, concerning the use of LEDs for general lighting - in this case for a kitchen, is answered by OSRAM:
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| An OSRAM GU10 lamp. |
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Question: Currently I'm planning a refurbishment of my domestic kitchen and would like to replace the light with downlights recessed into the ceiling. Whilst halogen fittings could be used, I'd like to try using LEDs - if they're suitable for use. I've been struggling to determine what a suitable lighting level would be for a kitchen so I can compare halogen and LED units, which leads me to ask if you could assist? The kitchen is approx 3m x 3m with a ceiling height of 2.4m. How many LED fittings would be required in this ceiling. Also, could you suggest a suitable fitting. I've found a lamp unit that's equivalent to a 35W halogen ( GU10) at www.yourwelcome.co.uk/acatalog/GU10_LED_Lamps.html
If there's better lamps available I'd appreciate the help!
Answer: In my opinion, the use of LEDs for general lighting is not ready to replace TH downlights as yet. There are some units that can match the light output values, but they are designed for niche markets and are rather expensive.
Most GU10 LED light sources are for effect lighting rather then general lighting. We also sell GU 10 LED lights, but look at the download attachment.
Please click on the button below to download the LED lighting attachment.
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OSRAM
OSRAM House, Waterside Drive,
Langley, Berkshire SL3 6EZ
Tel: 01744 812221
Fax: 01744 831900
Email: voltimum@osram.co.uk
Web: www.osram.co.uk |
OSRAM
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