A Designer's Deliberations

Friday, 13 June 2008

WATTS UP? Are the new dimmable fluorescents living up to the hype?


We have been testing the new OSRAM DULUX EL DIM an energy saving lamp that you can dim from 100% to 7%. This lamp can be easily used in all lights with suitable incandescent lamp dimmers. We are pleased to say that the colour temperature, light output and smooth dimming have made it both practical and energy efficient to replace the traditional incandescent in some of our desk lamps. We have had very positive feedback from all personnel in the office and would highly recommend it!

Please see Osram's technical details below.


Product benefits:
Step-less dimming (from 100% to 7%)
Simple 1:1 exchange with E27 base
Save double the energy - with energy saving lamps and dimming
Extreme switching durability – can be switched on and off up to 500,000 times
Wattage: 20 W
Base: E27
Average life: 15 years (Average lifetime of 15,000 hours at rate of 2.7 hours daily use.)
Light color: LUMILUX Warm White


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