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Things to Consider Before Buying Leds
The web is now one of the best places to buy low energy Leds. However, before you purchase there are a few things worth considering. Despite what everyone says, buying these Lights requires some consideration. It's not difficult, but at least you will steer clear of the hassle of needing to return your LED bulbs when the event arises. By using some simple steps not only will you buy the best LED lights each time, additionally, you will be spending less money on your electricity bills very quickly.The first thing to check when purchasing theshi-tech Llghts is the fitting. Look into the fitting in your existing bulb. This is as a code. For example it might be GU10, MR16 or B22. LED lights have a similar fittings as conventional halogen and incandescent bulbs, so through getting this right immediately you will be aware what you're looking for and what questions to ask when you need to. You can identify your fitting by either checking the bulb itself or utilizing a fitting guide, which most websites now provide. Simply compare your fittings against the high resolution images.
Next you need to check wattage when you by Leds. Discover what wattage your existing bulbs are, either by checking the initial packaging or, if you no longer possess the original packaging, by exploring the bulb itself. Light bulbs will usually have the wattage printed somewhere on their own surface. Knowing the wattage of your existing bulbs compare these with the 'equivalent wattage' that exist in both the merchandise specification or around the product images. An equivalent wattage simply describes the wattage of the halogen or incandescent bulb the LED lights are designed to replace. For example a GU10 LED (48 Cluster) uses 2.5 watts, nevertheless its equivalent wattage is 30 watts. This means the bulbs is made to replace a 30 watt halogen.
The ultimate thing to check is the size of the bulbs. One of the greatest problems customers have is that they go back home and discover their completely new LEDs don't fit inside their recessed ceiling fittings. This is because some GU10 LED Bulbs are made to slightly larger specifications to accommodate heat sinks and drivers. Before you buy make sure you appraise the size of your fittings and compare these using the sizes quoted on the website in the product specifications area.
By following these advice you should not have any trouble finding which bulbs you'll need and swapping them over.
