Get to Know the Types of Lamps and Their Functions

Lamps are an essential element in everyday life that not only serve as a source of light, but also affect the ambience and aesthetics of a room. Nowadays there are various types of lamps available, each with its own characteristics and uses.

Check out the article of some commonly used lamp types, as well as their advantages and disadvantages below.

1. Incandescent Lamps

Incandescent lights or bulbs are the most common type of lights and have been used for many years. They work by heating a filament to emit light.

Despite relatively low price but incandescent bulbs tend to be energy-intensive as only a small portion of the energy is converted into light, while the rest becomes heat. The lifespan of incandescent bulbs is also relatively short, thus they are no longer the main choice in many households.

2. Fluorescent lamp

Fluorescent lamps or commonly called fluorescent lamps are a type of lamp that uses gas to produce light. They are more efficient than incandescent bulbs as they use less energy to produce the same light.

In addition, fluorescent lamps also have a longer lifespan. However, they take a few seconds to reach full brightness after being turned on. On the other hand, they contain mercury which can be harmful to the environment if not disposed of properly.

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3. Halogen lamp

Halogen lamps are a development of incandescent lamps using halogen gas to extend the life of the filament. These lamps are smaller in size than incandescent lamps, but are able to produce brighter light.

While the energy efficiency of halogen bulbs is slightly better than incandescent bulbs, they are still not as efficient as LED or fluorescent bulbs. Halogen lamps can also get very hot which requires very careful handling.

4. LED (Light Emitting Diode) lamp

LED lights are one of the latest innovations in lighting technology. It uses diodes that emit light when electrified. One of the main advantages of LED lights is their very high efficiency, even more efficient than fluorescent lights.

LED lights also have a very long lifespan up to 25,000 hours or more. Although the initial price of LED lights is higher than other types of lights their low running costs and long lifespan make them a more economical choice in the long run. In addition, LED lights do not generate excess heat making them safer and more environmentally friendly.

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5. CFL Lamp (Compact Fluorescent Lamp)

CFL bulbs are smaller versions of fluorescent bulbs with better efficiency. They are designed to replace incandescent bulbs as they are able to produce equivalent light with lower energy usage.

CFL lamps also have a fairly long lifespan, they contain mercury which has the potential to damage the environment if not disposed of properly. Another advantage of CFL lamps is their ability to produce various colors of light making them suitable for various lighting applications.

6. Sodium Lamp

Sodium lamps are usually used in outdoor areas such as roads and parks. They are renowned for their high efficiency in producing light with a distinctive yellow-orange color.

Sodium lamps have a long lifespan and are able to function well in various weather conditions. However, its unnatural light color makes it less suitable for indoor use or applications that require color-accurate lighting.

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7. Induction Lamp

Induction lamps are a type of lamp that uses a magnetic field to produce light without the need for electrodes. They are highly efficient and have a long lifespan.

In addition, induction lamps also produce little heat and have good light quality. However, the price of induction lamps is quite high and their use is still limited to specialized places such as industrial or highway lighting.

Choosing the right type of lamp is very important to ensure energy efficiency, comfort, and aesthetics of the room. In addition to choosing the right type of lamp, choosing the right cable is also very important to ensure maximum lamp performance.

Wilson Cables provides high-quality LED lighting cables that are specially designed to ensure a stable and safe flow of electricity, thus that your LED lights can function efficiently and last long.