LED spotlights

Manufacturers of electronic devices are in their range of a huge selection of point LED lamps. In stores, customers can see a variety of forms and types of these models. In Russia, spotlights appeared about 15-17 years ago and gained immense popularity due to their minimalism and practicality.

Today, models are not limited to standard forms. Interior designers have created a distinction in shape among the lamps. Styles are comparable to the fashionable direction of a particular time.

• For example, models style "Irony" combine a drop of some lightheadedness and humor. The style appeared at the end of the last century. Experts advise to install such models in children's rooms.

• "Bionics" - one of the most popular areas of the past few years. The style itself appeared in the 70s and comes from the word "bio". By their form, lamps in this area are similar to natural forms - honeycombs, shells, etc.
• One of the very first styles - Art Deco - also popular in modern design. The correct geometry is inherent in this direction. Designers claim that these Art Deco lamps are handcrafted.

Energy consumption comes out of the cost of the LEDs with the driver. The last part goes about 1-2 watts of energy. Buying lamps made in China, they can be very poor quality. Chinese lamps or models of unknown origin can be made of poor quality or dangerous plastic.

The first model is comparable to normal daylight and is characterized by from 3500 to 5300 degrees Kelvin. These types are neutral to the type of lighting. Such models can be used in all residential and work spaces.If we talk about ordinary incandescent lamps, then their temperature is about 2800 degrees. In European lighting gradation, LED lamps with this degree are yellow.

The traditional warm light is perfect for bedrooms and living rooms. Lighting from 2700 to 3400 degrees creates a warm and soft atmosphere in the rooms. Also this model will look good above the dinner table.

Bright white color is characterized from 5400 to 6600 degrees Kelvin. It is perfect for lighting in the dressing rooms, hallways, the working area of ​​the kitchen, bathrooms, basements.

When choosing these fixtures for installation in an apartment, it is necessary to take into account both the positive and negative sides of these devices.

Pros:

• Appliances in the room can be partially installed - for example, just above the seating area or the work desk. As a result, the apartment lighting will be made only in the necessary areas.

• Unlike single chandeliers, spotlights provide uniform illumination throughout the room.

• From point models there is almost no shadow. Each stream of light is fed directly and does not diffuse around the room or ceiling.

• One of the main advantages - cost. One lamp consumes much less electricity than a regular lamp. LEDs consume about 10 watts, and diodes - 75 watts.

• Productive LED lamp reaches up to 90%, while the usual light bulb - 15-20%.

• Safety in use is another plus of these models. LEDs do not heat up during long-term use above 50 degrees. The lamp body is not melted.

• LED lamp life is very long. Qualitative model will last about 12 years, while the incandescent lamp - up to 3 months.

Among the mass of positive advantages of LED lamps there are some disadvantages.

One of the most important drawbacks is the difficulty in assembling and designing lighting fixtures. Before starting all the work, it is best to plan where the lights themselves, LED strips and switches will be located. Such a plan will greatly facilitate the further installation of devices.

LEDs are best installed in an apartment with a ceiling height of 2.5 meters. This is due to the fact that LED lamps are most often mounted under the suspended and suspended ceiling - from the main ceiling the new one will be below the minimum of centimeters by 7-10.

In comparison, you can see that there are much more positive moments in the installation of LED lamps than negative ones. In many cases, the disadvantages are not so critical as to abandon the installation of these devices.

• Recessed or recessed lights - one of the most popular options for any premises. At cost, they are the cheapest and can vary in color and material of the rim and diameter. They are mounted not only on the ceiling. They can become part of the interior and add a line of light on the floor or in the wall. In addition, the models are installed in furniture.
• In contrast to such models - invoices. They consist of three elements: a mounting platform made of metal, a housing and a diffuser. Inherently, overhead lights are small chandeliers. By their design, they differ in the diffuser.
• Manufacturers also offer suspended modelsconsisting of two parts remote from each other. At one end is a cartridge with a point lamp, and at the other - fasteners.

• Among the led lights are also waterproof. Such devices are mounted in the bathrooms and kitchen work areas. Usually find them in stores can be a special mark on the package. Unlike conventional models, waterproof have tread sealing gaskets, which are mounted on both sides. As a result, the lamp is protected from moisture. The LED itself protects a dense layer of glass or plastic.
• Another option for decorative diversity - illuminated lamps. Illumination can be made on the contour or with the help of a color lining.

• For street rooms and front doors use models with motion sensor. When installing, in addition to the lighting device, install an additional device that automatically responds to movement. Such lamps can save energy when there is no one indoors or outdoors.

• Swivel model used in conventional spotlights. Designers most often use such models for lighting specific areas or creating an outline on the wall.
• Models with remote control very demanded in large rooms - whether it be an apartment or office. This is very convenient, since you no longer need to think that the light can be turned off only at a certain point where the switch is located. Now you can turn off the lights in the room while in another room.

Recently, very popular dimmable models. Such lamps have a voltage controller. They combine aesthetic design and Led technology. The angle of diffused light can be increased due to the structure of the light device. Lamps can be used in ordinary chandeliers, and in small lamps.

Dimmers are divided into three types:

• Mechanical. In place of the switch appears a wheel, by rotating which you control the brightness level in the room.
• On touch control. This design is more expensive than the previous version and is equipped with a touch screen on which the lamp power level is set.
• On the remote control. With the help of the control panel, you can control not only the presence of light in the room, but also the voltage level and other functions.

The standard form options are square and round models. Today, however, manufacturers offer oval, square rounded devices.

Non-standard options include wave-like models, flexible lamps. Very popular today are recessed square spotlights.

Mini lamps are used to illuminate furniture. They are built into the body of furniture and are additional lighting, but not the main one. However, they are sometimes very necessary for the overall look of the interior. Typically, for round models, dimensions are determined not by the outer casing, but by the diameter of the inlet.

Usually LED lamps for shop windows and small spaces are labeled JDR. They are divided by bases on the E14 and E27. Standard lamps are labeled JCDR and MR16. They are distinguished by the basement GU5.3 and GU10.

Low voltage models are considered JC with G4 (12V).

All models of lamps, first of all, are distinguished by the color of the body. When LED lamps were just coming into fashion, manufacturers offered only a limited version of colors. Today, different colors are represented in the stores: it can be a black or red case made in gold or bronze. The choice of housing depends on the color of the ceiling and the design of the room itself.

In addition to choosing the lamp housing, you can experiment with the color of the lamps themselves. LED lamps find their colors with the help of colored glass. Very often, such models are used to illuminate entertainment facilities, bedrooms and children's rooms. Standard colors that can be found in any store are blue, yellow, red and green.

There are several areas of application of LED lamps.

• First of all, models were widely used for mounting on stretch ceilings. Install lamps can for stairs and furniture. In this case, they are mounted in wooden cases.
• Also distinguish LED lamps for industrial purposes.They are used to build lighting systems.
• For office models use bright white light.
• In front doors and basements install inexpensive lamps with anti-vandal coating.
• And for the landscape and street interior use large spotlights.

Draw a plan and select the ceiling. First, on the drawing, place the places where you want to install spotlights.

For suspended ceilings, the choice is stopped on models with halogen or LED lamps. When choosing models for PVC ceilings, pay attention to the types of lamps. They do not tolerate high temperatures, so the LED lights will be ideal. For the fabric ceiling fit those and those models.

When calculating the number of luminaires, remember that one model with a standard diameter of up to 80 mm is enough for 2 square meters of space.

In addition, you can use the formula: N = (S * W) / P, where S is the area of ​​the room, W is the specific power of the lamp, P is the power of one light fixture.

It is impossible to compare watts of LED lamps and incandescent lamps together, although earlier we bought the latest models, considering this indicator.

Leading the line gets a Russian company "Optogan" due to the comfortable price-quality ratio.

Of the budget options a good company is considered Camelion.

Another Chinese brand that deserves a prize trio - Nichia.

The top 10 manufacturers also included two more Russian companies - NovoTech and Era. The first company on the market has been for more than 10 years. In its assortment - more than 10 thousand positions. The company offers various lighting options. "Light Energy", or "Era" specializes not only in LED lamps, but also in other lighting options.

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