Satco Products Compact Fluorescent Lamps, Каталог

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Recessed lighting, whether used
for general illumination or above
sinks and stovetops, can take
R30 or R40 fluorescent reflector
lamps. The fact that these bulbs
last up to 10 times longer than
incandescents means fewer
trips up the ladder to change
them. For under-cabinet lights
or surface fluorescent fixtures,
install Energy Star-rated products
that accept linear T8 lamps with
electronic ballasts to ensure
peak efficiency.
Bulbs will likely be visible in pen-
dants over kitchen islands or a
table, so compact fluorescents
with a familiar “A” lamp style are
best. Because dimmable com-
pact fluorescents are available,
the light level can adjust to
accommodate tasks or mood-
setting entertaining.
Here, too, recessed lighting can
benefit from the use of R30 or
R40 fluorescent reflector lamps.
If line voltage track lighting is
used instead or in addition,
those fixtures can take R20 or
R30 fluorescent reflector lamps.
Portable lamps—table or
floor—are great candidates
for spiral CFLs, which maximize
light output with their unique
shape and exposed tubes. New
mini spiral models have petite
tubes and smaller ballasts for
tighter spaces without sacrificing
efficacy. Spiral CFLs are also
available with candelabra bases
for use in chandeliers, although
this type of light source is best in
shaded applications.
Spiral CFLs are available in
bug light versions for use
outdoors. Torpedo-style
fluorescents, which come
with standard screw-in or
candelabra bases, can
replace flame-shaped
incandescent bulbs that are
visible behind
the panels of exterior
lanterns.
Outdoor fixtures benefit greatly from energy-efficient light
sources because they are usually left on for extended
periods of time, so the cumulative wattage saved is
significant. For this same reason, the long life of these
bulbs makes a big difference, requiring fewer bulb
changes and less maintenance.
Kitchen
Living Room
Bedrooms
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Outdoor
Beneficial Bulbs for Every Room
Bathroom
Incandescent bulbs in
standard theatrical-style
vanity strips can be replaced
with globe-shaped compact
fluorescent sources. Color
rendering is important in
this room, so choose bulbs
that have a CRI of 80 or
better. Consumers are also
most comfortable with color
temperatures at the warm
end of the spectrum in bathrooms, so 3000K would be an
appropriate choice. Fluorescent sources provide sufficient
light for activities such as shaving or applying makeup
without casting harsh shadows.
The average home’s
bedrooms as a whole—
including master, guest and
children’s rooms—account
for 10 percent of its energy
used for lighting. Bedside
table lamps or swing-arm
wall sconces will benefit from
spiral CFLs, particularly those
models that offer three-
way settings and dimming
capability.
Tiffany lamps are enhanced by fluorescent sources
because they create even illumination behind the colorful
glass. Flush mounts with ventilation are also conducive to
these sources because there are no visible “hot spots.”
Since the fluorescent sources themselves are cool to the
touch when in operation, there is less to worry about when
they’re used in a child’s bedroom.
Energy Star recommends putting energy-efficient bulbs in the five most-used lamps or fixtures.
Since these areas of the home have the highest energy use for lighting, these “high five” are good
places to start—with plenty of options to suit most applications.