How to choose LED bulbs for your home: basic criteria

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LED lamp are considered an environmentally friendly light source. Cleverly selected lighting allows you to create a functional interior and a pleasant atmosphere in your home.To understand how to choose LED lamps for your home, you need to study their characteristics, characteristics and principle of operation. At the same time, these light sources can work for a long time, do not harm the human body and save electrical energy.

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The content of the article

1 Important properties and characteristics of LED lamps
2 Device and circuits of LED lamps
3 How to choose LED lamps for your home: analysis of lighting devices
4 Illumination standards and model selection for the student's desk
5 LED lamp options for home: prices
6 Rating of LED lamps for home
7 Video: how to choose LED bulbs

Important properties and characteristics of LED lamps

Finding good LED bulbs for your home can save you money. One of the main advantages of such lighting is that it does not have hazardous components. An important point is the value of energy consumption, which is 10 times less than that of standard products.

LED light source options

Such lighting devices have the following characteristics:

increased luminous efficiency;
low energy consumption;
long service life;
have a uniform glow that does not tire the eyes;
are safe in use;
resistance to voltage drops;
versatility of the device.

Properly selected lighting allows for stylish interiors

These qualities unite all LED devices, but there are differences between the products that relate to the base / plinth option, the dimensions of the case and the power of the equipment.

Device and circuits of LED lamps

Knowledge of the device will give you an understanding of how to choose LED bulbs for your home. The design consists of three main elements:

the LED is considered to be a radiation source, this element can have a different layout;
a mini transformer is engaged in voltage conversion;
the radiator helps to cool the heating transformer.

Lighting device

In addition, the device includes a diffuser used to distribute light. This element is made of polycarbonate or translucent plastic. The capacitor serves to remove the ripple in the voltage. A detail such as driver applies to alternating current.

Additional elements

An important detail is the brass base, which is responsible for contact with the socket and the base of the base, which protects the case from electrical breakdowns.

How to choose LED lamps for your home: analysis of lighting devices

These light sources are more expensive than analogs. When deciding how to choose an LED lamp for your home, you need to make an analysis to compare with alternative devices. This will make it possible to judge the effectiveness of LED devices.

Features characteristics in various light sources

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Base types

LED products are manufactured with different standard caps. There are the following options:

E 27 and 14 are common products. With a diameter of 14, variants of an elongated shape are used, as well as for floor lamps and sconces;
The GU 10 is a swivel base with a 2-pin connector. Are applied in luminaires for the ceiling built-in type;
GU 5.3 with 5.3mm pin spacing. Used for spot lighting in plasterboard structures;
G 13 is used for ceiling and linear lighting fixtures for large areas.

Base / plinth options

When selecting structures for the type of base, you need to choose those that are already installed in the house.

Power table of LED lamps and incandescent lamps

Using the LED lamp power table, you can estimate the difference between this indicator and other light sources. It should be borne in mind that in the case of such models, the power does not always indicate the brightness of the glow.

In the table you can see the power ratio between LED lamps and their counterparts.

Table 1. Power ratio of LED lamps and their analogs

Varieties of lighting devices	Power, W
LED lamp	2	7	12	17	25
Incandescent lamps	20	60	100	150	200
Luminescent devices	6	12	20	45	70

Light output indicators

An important indicator is the luminous flux indicator, the unit of measurement of which is expressed in lumens. This value is not indicated by all manufacturers, so many choose products based on power.

When organizing lighting in a home, it is worth choosing models with a power of 6-10 watts. Such products will provide a luminous flux, which is equal in brightness to incandescent lamps with a power of 60 watts.

Table 2. Indicators of luminous flux of LED lamps and their analogues

Fluorescent lamps		Incandescent feet		LED lamp
Power, W	Luminous flux, lm	Power, W	Luminous flux, lm	Power, W	Luminous flux, lm
5	145	15	135	3	360
11	500	60	730	6	630
21	900	100	1380	10	920

Light output values

Color temperature features

Incandescent lamps at any power give a yellowish glow, and LED products can have different shades. When choosing LED lamps for a home with a base, you need to pay attention to the color of the glow. This parameter is indicated on the packaging of lamps or in technical documentation.

Helpful information! To decorate a living room, it is better to choose options with a neutral white glow.

Color temperature table

Angle of emission of light sources

Unlike conventional incandescent lamps, the angle of the luminous flux in such products may differ. This must be taken into account when choosing products. If you use products with a narrowly directed flow, then a certain place on the ceiling will be illuminated.The manufacturer indicates the value of the scattering angle on the package. For this, special technical designations are used. For example, VNSP stands for narrow lumen, FL stands for low lumen, and VWFL stands for wide.

Helpful information! Llamas with a narrow directional glow are suitable for illuminating interior items.

Examples of radiation angles

Illumination standards and model selection for the student's desk

It is important to choose the right lighting for the student's desktop. In this case, you need to take into account the location of the lighting fixture, table, and also choose the right model.

Student desktop lighting option

There are certain standards for desktop illumination. In this case, the luminous flux should be soft, even and not flickering. Besides artificial lighting, it is important to use main light. This will help avoid eye strain and fatigue.

When choosing a model, you need to be guided by the safety and usability of the device. Many devices are equipped with a special holder. The plafond must completely cover the lamp so that the light does not enter the eyes.

Modern models can be positioned and bent in any comfortable position

Helpful information! There are models of LED lamps on sale that have brightness control.

LED lamp options for home: prices

The table shows prices for some popular models.

Table 3. Average cost of LED lamps

Model, manufacturer	Specifications	Cost, rub.
Jazzway PLED-AR111	Power 12 W Light-forming element - diode. Manufactured according to European standards. It is used for lighting residential and public premises, as well as for decorative lighting.	860
Philips W5W 5500K	Llamas are characterized by maximum safety and uniform light distribution. Power 1 W. Color temperature - 5500 K.	500
Supra SL-LED-A60-9W / 2700 / E27-N	They are an innovative and environmentally friendly light source. Allows you to save up to 90% of electricity compared to similar products. Power 9 W.	2 250
ELEKTROSTANDART 50/50	It has a cold shade. Power - 3 W. Brightness - 240 lm.	98
ERA LED smd BXS-7w-840-E14	Power -7 W. White light. Durability: 30 thousand hours.	114
Camelion LED5.5-G45 / 845 / E	Power -5.5 W. Ball shape. Color temperature -4500 K.	124
UNIEL LED-M88-30W / NW / E27 / FR ALV01WH	Matte colour. The glow color is neutral. Power - 30 W.	2 580

When choosing 220v LED lamp circuits, important characteristics should be considered. Such products have a higher cost, but they have excellent technical properties compared to other analogues.

Many products from well-known companies offer a good warranty, which varies from 2 to 5 years.

LED lighting of the kitchen area

Rating of LED lamps for home

Many manufacturers are engaged in the release of similar products.

The selection of quality products allows for functional and ergonomic environments

Among the well-known manufacturers, it is worth highlighting:

Philips develops energy efficient and innovative lighting products. The products are of excellent quality and excellent technical characteristics;
Osram manufactures light sources for household, office and street lighting;
the Gauss trademark is popular, which creates products using new technologies. Products undergo quality control.
Among the domestic manufacturers, one can single out the ASD company, which produces LED products;
Jazzway specializes in the production of various light sources, flashlights and chargers.