Lighting A to Z

The lighting solutions reference guide

A lifestyle
in lighting
The world of lighting today has become complex
and technical. New energy efficient legislation
requirements and trends toward ease of use, quality
of light, personalization, mood and well-being all
drive new product developments. Philips innovations
are based on extensive knowledge of these trends
and market insights.
At Philips, we focus on what people really need
to create and deliver the most innovative and
meaningful solutions in the market. We can
transform environments, create experiences, and
shape identities through our advanced technologies
and world-class partnerships and customers.
We simply enhance life with light.
Contents
4 Sustainable Lighting
5 A New Way to Look at Light
6 LED Lighting
914 LED Featured Products
15 LED Application Guide
16 Compact Fluorescent Lighting
19 24 CFLi Featured Products
25 CFLi Application Guide
2629 CFLni Featured Products
30 CFLni Base Shapes
31 CFLni Color Temperature Guide
32 Halogen Lighting
34 Base Shapes and Filaments
3539 Featured Products
40 Incandescent Lighting
40 Bulb Parts
42 Base Shapes
43 Bulb Finishes
44 Fluorescent Lighting
46 Bulb Shapes and Bases
47 Bulb Sizes and Types
48 Color Selection Chart
50 Ballasts
5253 Ballast Types
5455 Ballast FAQs
56 High Intensity Discharge Lighting
58 Bulb Shapes and Bases
6073 Legislation
7475 Lighting Formulas
7677 How to Use our Catalog
7888 Glossary
91 Consumer Information
Were constantly working to improve our environmental
performance and to help you make simple, informed
choices about the products that you buy.
Our sustainable focus
At Philips, were focused on improving the health and well-being
of people and the communities they live in.That means striving
to enhance the environmental performance of our products and
driving sustainability throughout the supply chain. Its all about
offering you a more sustainable choice.
Designed to deliver
For a product to be truly green, every phase of its development
should be sustainable.We have a longstanding commitment to
reducing the environmental impact of our products, and that
includes the way theyre used and what happens to them at
the end of their life cycle.
Small changes. Big effects
But its not just about making our products and processes more
environmentally focused. How you choose to use them also matters.
Even small things, like replacing energy wasting incandescent bulbs
with high efficiency bulbs can have an impact. Philips can help you
become part of the solution.
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Lumens Incandescent
Halogen
Efficient
CFL
More efficient
LED
Most efficient
1600 = 100W up to 72W up to 26W up to 23W
1100 = 75W up to 53W up to 23W up to 17W
800 = 60W up to 43W up to 15W up to 12W
450 = 40W up to 29W up to 11W up to 9W
Sustainable Lighting A New Way to Look at Light
Lumens and candelas are used to measure light, but they measure
different things. Lumen measurements only apply to ambient light
bulbs (example: A-shape, BR, deco); while candela measurements
only apply to directional light bulbs (example: PAR, MR).
A candela is a measure of the amount of light generated at a
sourcelight emitted.
A lumen is a measure of how much total light flows away from
the sourcelight output.
Lumens per Watt (LPW) is an expression of how many lumens
we get from a light bulb compared to how much energy (wattage)
we put in.The light bulb that produces the greatest number of
lumens per one watt of energy is the most efficient bulb (similar
to a car that can travel the furthest distance on a single gallon
of gas is the most fuel efficient car).
Lumen output and wattages are based on the most common
products available for each medium base light bulb. Actual
lumen output and wattage may vary by product.
Philips is driving the switch to energy-efficient
solutions and shaping the future with exciting new
lighting applications and technologies. More than that,
we care about your success. Getting it right means
relying on a leader in quality product design with
a solid track record.
We understand lighting
Philips is a leading authority on LEDs. Our expertise is total
integration of concept and design, manufacturing, and delivery
of illumination. Philips innovates with bulbs, ballasts, drivers,
controls, fixtures and dynamic solutionsdelivering product
performance and reliability.
Creating meaningful solutions
LED lighting is changing the world and Philips is driving this
transformation with a whole new world of light. At Philips,
every innovation is driven by the needs of the people, to help
them feel more comfortable and to improve the functionality
of their surroundings. The Philips line of LED light bulbs brings
all the benefits of LEDs to your current fixtures and systems.
Philips LED lighting can improve ambience, energy-efficiency
and comfort in your home while delivering performance you
can count on. Switching to higher efficiency LED lighting can
help reduce your electric bill, preserve our environment and
create the perfect lighting for your home.
High efficiency uses less energy than common light
sources like incandescent and halogen
Lower operating costs means reduced energy bills
Long life reduces the hassle of replacing bulbs so often
Better for the environment because they reduce greenhouse
gases and shrink your carbon footprint
Easy to use because they are designed in traditional bulb
shapes and fit easily into existing fixtures
A range for all needs
With bulbs available in PARs, Rs, MR16 spots and floods, A-shapes,
frosted and clear candles, nightlights and landscape lighting, our
family of LED light bulbs offer a wide range of solutions. Simply
replace inefficient bulbs with Philips LED bulbs and see what
LED lighting can do.
Soft white light
Directional light minimizes waste
Utilizes advanced, solid state lighting technology
Instant-on with quiet operation
Will not fade fabrics or colors
Mercury free
Many types are dimmable
Contemporary designs fit most fixtures
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LED Lighting
Small parts of the big picture
Three leading technologies combine to make Philips LED bulbs
excel: Lens optics, the LED electrical package, and the bulb body.
Optics: A global leader in lens and optics design, Philips uses
precise optical engineering to create beam angles with focus
and uniformity.
LED package: Diode light sources are embedded in an electrical
assembly that stabilizes lumen output and extends bulb life. Our
Optibin manufacturing process controls the color temperature
of the LEDs. An integral driver, similar to a ballast, allows dimming
and regulates bulb performance over time.
Bulb body:The thermal and mechanical features are packaged
into aesthetically pleasing designs. But their primary function is
to control heat, wattage and lumen outputstabilizing the
sources and extending bulb life.The shape is an integral part
of how it manages heat, light output, performance, and life.
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Household A-Shape
Ideal for table and floor lamps, pendant and ceiling fixtures
Saves $165 in energy costs when you replace a 60 watt
incandescent bulb with a 12.5W LED bulb
*
Bring innovation into
familiar applications,
perfect for any room
of the home.
Incandescent LED
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
15W 110 1500 3W 136 25,000
40W 495 1500 8W 470 25,000 4
60W 860 1500 12.5W 800 25,000 4
60W 800 1500 10W 940 25,000 4
75W 950 3000 17W 1100 25,000 4
100W 1440 1000 22W 1780 25,000 4
*At $0.11/kWh, this 12.5 watt, 805 lumen LED A19 uses $34.38 of electricity over its 25,000 hour
life. This is a $130.62 savings when compared to the $165 required to run a 60 watt, 800 lumen
incandescent A19 over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending on cost per kWh.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Ideal for wall sconces and decorative fixtures
Saves $99.00 in energy costs when you replace a 15 watt
incandescent candle with a 4W LED F15
*
Decorative
Incandescent F15 LED F15 Postlight
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
40W 300 2000 4W 320 25,000 4
Incandescent B11 LED B11
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
25W 150 2000 3W 180 25,000 4
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* At $0.11/kWH, this 4 watt, 300 lumens LED F15 uses $11.00 of electricity over its 25,000 hour
life. This is a $99.00 savings when compared to the $110 required to run a 40 watt, 300 lumens,
incandescent F15 over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending on cost per kWH and usage.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
Incandescent B12 LED B12
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
25W 150 2000 3W 200 25,000 4
Miniature ReflectorMR16
Halogen LED
Watts Candela Life/Hours
1
Watts Candela Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
20W 1000 3000 5.5W 1250 25,000
35W 1577 3000 10W 2050 25,000 4
Halogen LED
Watts Candela Life/Hours
1
Watts Candela Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
35W 480 2000 4W 700 25,000 4
50W 700 2000 6W 1050 25,000 4
Miniature ReflectorGU10
Ideal for accent and general room lighting in track or
open recessed fixtures
Saves $68.75 over the life of the bulb when you replace
a 35W halogen MR16 with a 10W LED MR16
*
Ideal for track fixtures and open recessed fixtures
Saves $121 over the life of the bulb when you replace
a 50W halogen GU10 base with a 6W LED GU10
**
* At $0.11/kWh, this 10 watt, 2050 candela (candlepower) LED MR16 uses $27.50 of electricity
over its 25,000 hour life. This is a $68.75 savings when compared to the $96.25 required to run
a 35 watt, 1577 candela halogen MR16 over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending
on cost per kWh.
** At $0.11/kWh, this 6 watt, 1050 candela LED GU10 bulb uses $16.50 of electricity over its
25,000 hour life. This is a $121 savings when compared to the $137.50 required to run a 50 watt,
700 candela, standard halogen GU10 bulb over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending
on cost per kWh.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Incandescent BR30 LED BR30
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
65W 650 3000 13W 730 25,000 4
Incandescent BR40 LED BR40
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
75W 750 3000 14.5W 800 25,000 4
PAR20 and PAR30L (Long) Reflector Floods
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Incandescent R20 LED R20
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
50W 500 2000 8W 530 25,000 4
* At $0.11/kWh, this 13 watt, 730 lumen LED BR30 uses $35.75 of electricity over its 25,000 hour
life. This is a $143 savings when compared to the $178.75 required to run a 65 watt, 650 lumen
incandescent BR30 over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending on cost per kWh.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
* At $0.11/kWh, this 8 watt, 2400 candela (candlepower) LED PAR20 uses $22.00 of electricity
over its 25,000 hour life. This is a $115.50 savings when compared to the $137.50 required to run
a 50 watt, 1179 candela (candlepower) halogen PAR20 over the same period. Actual savings will
vary depending on cost per kWh.
** At $0.11/kWh, this 13 watt, 3200 candela (candlepower) LED PAR30L uses $35.75 of electricity
over its 25,000 hour life. This is a $170.50 savings when compared to the $206.25 required to run
a 75 watt, 3000 candela (candlepower) halogen PAR30L over the same period. Actual savings will
vary depending on cost per kWh.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Ideal for recessed cans and track lighting fixtures
Saves $143 in energy costs when you replace a 65 watt
incandescent BR30 bulb with a 13W LED BR30 bulb
*
BR30 and BR40 Reflector Floods
Halogen PAR20 LED PAR20
Watts Candela Life/Hours
1
Watts Candela Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
50W 1179 3000 7W 1300 25,000 4
50W 1179 3000 8W 2400 25,000 4
Halogen PAR30L LED PAR30L
Watts Candela Life/Hours
1
Watts Candela Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
75W 3000 3000 13W 3200 25,000 4
Ideal for recessed cans and track lighting fixtures
Saves $115 in energy costs when you replace a 50 watt
halogen PAR20 bulb with a 8W LED PAR20 bulb
*
Saves $170 in energy costs when you replace a 75 watt
halogen PAR30L bulb with a 13W LED PAR30L bulb
**
LED Application Guide
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Ideal for accent and general room lighting in recessed fixtures
Ideal for outdoor and security uses
Saves $276 in energy costs when you replace a 120 watt
incandescent PAR38 bulb with a 19.5W LED PAR38 bulb
*
PAR38 Reflector Floods
Halogen PAR38 Outdoor LED PAR38 (Non-Dimmable)
Watts Candela Life/Hours
1
Watts Candela Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
90W 3697 3000 18W 4100 25,000
* At $0.11/kWH, this 19.5 watt, 5900 candela LED PAR38 uses $53.625 of electricity over its 25,000
hour life. This is a $276.38 savings when compared to the $330 required to run a 120 watt, 5382
candela, halogen PAR38 over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending on cost per kWH.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Halogen PAR38 LED PAR38
Watts Candela Life/Hours
1
Watts Candela Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
90W 3697 3000 18W 4108 25,000 4
120W 5382 3000 19.5W 6500 25,000 4
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Philips EnergySaver compact fluorescent bulbs can
help reduce your electricity bill and save energy, while
helping you create a relaxing, inviting atmosphere. From
table lamps and recessed lighting to decorative fixtures,
compact fluorescents are available in the shapes and
sizes you are accustomed to.
CFLs operate on low wattage and last a long time, and can be
used as direct replacements for higher wattage incandescents.
All Compact Fluorescent bulbs contain mercury, therefore you
should be sure to properly recycle these bulbs in accordance
with applicable laws and regulations.
Selecting the right type
CFL or Compact Fluorescent bulbs operate in the same fashion
as regular fluorescent bulbs but are smaller or more compact as
the name suggests. (See page 44 for fluorescent bulb operation).
There are 2 types of CFL bulbs; one with an integrated ballast
(CFLi) and one without an integrated ballast (CFLni).
The integrated CFLi bulbs are designed to install into a socket
that was intended for a incandescent bulb and therefore has a
screw base socket.
The non-integrated CFLni bulbs (also known as Pin-based
or Plug-in) are used in fixtures designed specifically for that
particular type of CFL bulb and have a special socket that will
exclude the wrong types of bulbs.
16 Compact Fluorescent Lighting Compact Fluorescent Lighting 17
CFLi (integrated) CFLni (non-integrated)
Compact Fluorescent Lighting
Soft white light,
similar to standard
incandescent.
Complete a room with comfortable, soft light
Philips EnergySaver compact fluorescent bulbs can help reduce
your electricity bill and save energy, while helping you create a
relaxing, inviting atmosphere. From table lamps and recessed
lighting to decorative fixtures, compact fluorescents are available
in the shapes and sizes you are accustomed to.
Direct replacement for incandescent bulbs
Warm, soft white light
Long life and energy savings
Instant on
Select wattages available in variety of color temperatures
Some bulbs are dimmable
18 Compact Fluorescent Lighting Compact Fluorescent Lighting 19
Household A-Shapes
Ideal for table and floor lamps, and wall sconces
Saves up to $48 over the life of the bulb when you replace
a 75W A19 incandescent bulb with a 20W energy saving
soft white plus bulb
*
* At $ 0.11/kWh, this 20 watt EnergySaver bulb rated at 1100 lumens uses $17.60 of electricity
over its 8000 hour life. This is a $48.40 savings when compared to the $66 required to run a
75 watt incandescent bulb rated at 1100 lumens over the same period. Actual savings will vary
depending on cost per kWH in your area.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Incandescent A19 EnergySaver CFL A19
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
40W 475 1500 9W 450 8,000
60W 830 1500 14W 800 8,000
75W 1060 1500 20W 1100 8,000
Incandescent A15 EnergySaver CFL A15
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
25W 235 3000 5W 215 8,000
40W 365 2000 9W 450 8,000
Incandescent R20 EnergySaver CFL R20
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
75W 570 2500 14W 500 8,000
* At $ 0.11/kWh, this 23 watt EnergySaver bulb rated at 1250 lumens uses $20.24 of electricity
over its 8000 hour life. This is a $85.36 savings when compared to the $105.60 required to run a
120 watt incandescent bulb rated at 1150 lumens over the same period. Actual savings will vary
depending on cost per kWH in your area.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Ideal for recessed cans and track lighting and outdoor fixtures
Saves up to $85 over the life of the bulb when you replace a 120W
R40 incandescent reflector with a 23W energy saver R40 reflector
*
Reflector Floods
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Twisters
Smaller sizes available in many wattages
Select wattages available in a variety of color temperatures
Saves up to $142 over the life of the bulb when you replace
a 150W A-shape incandescent bulb with a 42W energy saving
twister bulb
*
Incandescent EnergySaver CFL Twister
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
40W 475 1500 9W 550 12,000
60W 830 1500 13W 840 10,000
60W 830 1500 13W 900 12,000
60W 830 1500 13W 810 10,000
60W 830 1500 15W 950 10,000 4
75W 1060 1500 18W 1300 12,000
75W 1060 1500 20W 1250 10,000 4
100W 1140 1500 23W 1600 12,000
150W 2310 2000 42W 2800 12,000
Incandescent 3-Way EnergySaver CFL 3-Way Twister
Watts Life/Hours
1
Watts Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
50W/100W/150W 1750 11W/23W/34W 10,000
Incandescent EnergySaver CFL GU24 Twister
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
60W 830 1500 13W 900 10,000
75W 1060 1500 18W 1250 10,000
100W 1140 1500 23W 1600 10,000
Incandescent BR30 EnergySaver CFL R30
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
75W 750 2000 15W 750 8,000
65W 635 2000 16W 630 8,000 4
Incandescent BR40 EnergySaver CFL R40
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
3
120W 1300 2000 23W 1300 8,000
85W 925 2000 20W 900 8,000 4
Incandescent PAR38 EnergySaver CFL PAR38
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
90W 1280 2000 23W 1250 8,000
Incandescent PAR38 EnergySaver CFL PAR38 2-Piece
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
90W 1280 2000 23W 1300 10,000
* At $ 0.11/kWh, this 42 watt EnergySaver bulb rated at 2800 lumens uses $55.44 of electricity
over its 12,000 hour life. This is a $142.56 savings when compared to the $198 required to run a
150 watt incandescent bulb rated at 2600 lumens over the same period. Actual savings will vary
depending on cost per kWH in your area.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
3) Dimmable when using leading edge dimmers. Visit www.philips.com/beautifullight to find up-to-date
dimmer compatibility information.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
22 Compact Fluorescent Lighting Compact Fluorescent Lighting 23
Incandescent Bug-A-Way EnergySaver CFL Bug-A-Way
Watts Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
60W 14W 600 8,000
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Bug-A-Way Does not attract insects. Use near patios and decks
Postlight Perfect for use in weather protected outdoor fixtures
Dusk to Dawn Built-In daylight sensor enables bulb to
automatically turn on at night and turn off in the morning
Specialty Decorative
Globes are perfect for bathroom vanity strips
Candles are ideal for decorative fixtures and are offered in
candelabra and medium base
Saves up to $67 over the life of the bulb when you replace a 100W
G40 incandescent globe with a 23W EnergySaver G40 Globe
*
Incandescent Candle EnergySaver CFL Candle
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
25W 150 2000 5W 215 8,000
40W 300 2000 9W 410 8,000
40W 300 2000 9W 410 8,000
Incandescent G40 EnergySaver CFL G40 Globe
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
100W 985 1500 23W 1400 8,000
75W 1060 1500 18W 1250 10,000
100W 1140 1500 23W 1600 10,000
Incandescent EnergySaver CFL Dusk to Dawn
Watts Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
60W 14W 900 8,000
85W 925 2000 20W 900 8,000 4
* At $ 0.11/kWh, this 23 watt EnergySaver bulb rated at 1400 lumens uses $20.24 of electricity over
its 8000 hour life. This is a $67.76 savings when compared to the $88 required to run a 100 watt
incandescent bulb rated at 985 lumens over the same period. Actual savings will vary depending on
cost per kWH in your area.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
Incandescent Postlight EnergySaver CFL Outdoor Postlight
Watts Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
60W 14W 840 8,000
75W 18W 1100 15,000
Incandescent G25 EnergySaver CFL G25 Globe
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
40W 370 1500 9W 500 8,000
Incandescent G30 EnergySaver CFL G30 Globe
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
60W 580 3000 16W 900 8,000
Silicone covered bulb is soft to the touch and shatter resistant
If the bulb accidentally breaks inside, the silicone cover provides a
safety barrier that contains broken glass, providing peace of mind
by keeping your family safe and allows for a no-hassle clean up
Smaller size bulb looks like an incandescent and fits in most fixtures
Soft white light, similar to incandescent light, creating a relaxing
and comfortable atmosphere
Silicone featuring TuffGuard protection CFL Application Guide
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Mount
3 3
Reading
Lamp
3 3 3 3
Border
Lights
3 3
Recessed
Fixture
3 3 3
Open
Hanging
3 3 3 3 3 3
Vanity
Strip
3
Ceiling Fan
3 3 3 3
Chandelier
3
Security
3
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Incandescent EnergySaver CFL Twister
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Dimmable
60W 475 1500 14W 800 8,000
40W 830 1500 9W 450 8,000
Incandescent Candle EnergySaver CFL Candle
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
2
Base
25W 150 2000 5W 215 8,000 Candelabra
25W 150 2000 5W 215 8,000 Medium
40W 300 2000 9W 410 8,000 Candelabra
40W 300 2000 9W 410 8,000 Medium
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Life means rated average life which is based on engineering data and probability analysis.
ENERGY STAR

qualified.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
For use with magnetic ballasts
Available in variable color temperatures 2700K,
3000K, 3500K, 4100K & 5000K, with 82 CRI
Choice of warm, neutral or cool white light
PL-S Short
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
Econ-o-watt / Extra Long Life.
Direct replacement for a PL-L 40W
No new ballast required
Available in 3000K, 3500K and 4100K, with 82 CRI
PL-L Long
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PL-S (Short)
Watts Lumens CRI Life/Hours
1
Color Temp Base
5 250 80 10,000 2700K G23
5 250 82 10,000 4100K G23
7 400 80 10,000 2700K G23
7 400 82 10,000 3500K G23
7 400 82 10,000 4100K G23
9 600 80 10,000 2700K G23
9 600 82 10,000 3500K G23
9 600 82 10,000 4100K G23
13 800 80 10,000 2700K GX23
13 825 82 10,000 3500K GX23
13 800 80 10,000 4100K GX23
13 800 82 10,000 5000K GX23
PL-L (Long)
Watts Lumens CRI Life/Hours
1
Color Temp Base
18W 1250 82 15,000 3000K 2G11
18W 1250 82 15,000 3500K 2G11
18W 1250 82 15,000 4100K 2G11
24W 1800 82 15,000 3000K 2G11
24W 2900 82 15,000 3500K 2G11
24W 2900 82 15,000 4100K 2G11
36W 2900 82 15,000 3000K 2G11
36W 2900 82 15,000 3500K 2G11
36W 2900 82 15,000 4100K 2G11
40W 2600 82 24,000 3500K 2G11
40W 2600 82 24,000 4100K 2G11
40W 3300 82 20,000 3000K 2G11
40W 3300 82 20,000 3500K 2G11
40W 3300 82 20,000 4100K 2G11
50W 4300 82 20,000 3000K 2G11
50W 4300 82 20,000 3500K 2G11
50W 4300 82 20,000 4100K 2G11
55W 3650 91 20,000 5000K 2G11
80W 6000 82 20,000 3500K 2G11
80W 6000 82 20,000 4100K 2G11
For use with electronic or magnetic ballasts
Available in 2700K, 3000, 3500K and 4100K,
with 82 CRI
PL-C Cluster
Direct replacement for a PL-L 40W.
No new ballast required
Available in 3000K,
3500K and 4100K,
with 82 CRI
PL-T Triple
28 Compact Fluorescent Lighting Compact Fluorescent Lighting 29
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
Econ-o-watt / Extra Long Life.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
Econ-o-watt / Extra Long Life.
Instant-on.
PL-C (Cluster)
Watts Lumens CRI Life/Hours
1
Color Temp Base
13W 860 80 10,000 2700K GX23-2
13W 780 80 10,000 2700K G24q-1
13W 900 82 10,000 2700K G24q-1
13W 900 82 12,000 2700K G24q-1
13W 860 82 10,000 3500K GX23-2
13W 900 82 12,000 3500K G24q-1
13W 860 82 10,000 4100K GX23-2
13W 780 80 10,000 4100K G24q-1
13W 900 82 12,000 4100K G24q-1
18W 1100 82 12,000 2700K G24q-2
18W 1100 82 12,000 3500K G24q-2
18W 1100 82 12,000 4100K G24q-2
18W 1150 80 10,000 2700K G24q-2
18W 1250 82 10,000 2700K G24d-2
18W 1250 82 10,000 3500K G24d-2
18W 1250 82 10,000 4100K G24d-2
18W 1250 82 10,000 2700K G24q-2
18W 1250 82 10,000 3500K G24q-2
18W 1250 82 10,000 4100K G24q-2
22W 1600 82 10,000 2700K G24d-3
26W 1800 82 10,000 2700K G24d-3
26W 1800 82 10,000 3500K G24d-3
26W 1800 82 10,000 4100K G24d-3
26W 1525 82 12,000 2700K G24q-3
26W 1525 82 12,000 3000K G24q-3
26W 1525 82 12,000 3500K G24q-3
26W 1525 82 12,000 4100K G24q-3
26W 1710 80 10,000 2700K G24q-3
26W 1800 82 12,000 2700K G24q-3
26W 1710 80 10,000 3500K G24q-3
26W 1800 82 12,000 3000K G24q-3
26W 1800 82 12,000 3500K G24q-3
26W 1800 82 12,000 4100K G24q-3
26W 1600 82 10,000 2700K G24d-3
PL-C (Cluster)
Watts Lumens CRI Life/Hours
1
Color Temp Base
13W 900 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-1
18W 1200 82 16,000 2700K GX24q-2
18W 1200 80 12,000 2700K GX24q-2
18W 1200 82 16,000 2700K GX24q-2
18W 1200 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-2
18W 1200 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-2
18W 1200 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-2
26W 1800 82 16,000 2700K GX24q-3
26W 1800 80 12,000 2700K GX24q-3
26W 1800 82 16,000 2700K GX24q-3
26W 1400 82 16,000 3000K GX24q-3
26W 1800 82 16,000 3000K GX24q-3
26W 1400 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-3
26W 1800 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-3
26W 1800 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-3
26W 1800 80 12,000 4100K GX24q-3
26W 1800 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-3
32W 2400 82 16,000 2700K GX24q-3
32W 1875 82 16,000 3000K GX24q-3
32W 2400 82 16,000 3000K GX24q-3
32W 1875 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-3
32W 2400 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-3
32W 1875 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-3
32W 2400 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-3
42W 3200 82 16,000 2700K GX24q-4
42W 2615 82 16,000 3000K GX24q-4
42W 3200 82 16,000 3000K GX24q-4
42W 2615 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-4
42W 3200 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-4
42W 2615 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-4
42W 3200 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-4
57W 4300 82 16,000 3500K GX24q-5
57W 4300 82 16,000 4100K GX24q-5
G-23 GX23 GX23-2 G24d-1 G24d-2 G24d-3 GX32d-2 GX32d-3
G24q-1 G24q-2 G24q-3 GX24q-2 GX24q-3 GX24q-4 2G8-1 2G11 GX24q-5
CFLni Base Shapes CFLni Color Temperature Guide
2700K 3000K 3500K 4100K 5000K
PL-S 2-Pin
5W
3 3 3 3
7W
3 3 3 3
9W
3 3 3 3
13W
3 3 3
PL-C 2-Pin
13W
3 3 3 3
18W
3 3 3 3
XEW 14W
3 3 3
26W
3 3 3 3
XEW 21W
3 3 3
15mm 20W
*
3 3 3
15mm 27W
*
3 3 3
PL-C 4-Pin
13W
3 3 3 3
18W
3 3 3 3
26W
3 3 3 3
PL-T 4-Pin
18W
3 3 3 3
26W
3 3 3 3
32W
3 3 3 3
XEW 21W
3 3
XEW 27W
3 3 3
42W
3 3 3 3
XEW 33W
3 3 3
57W
*
3 3 3
PL-L 4-Pin
18W
3 3 3
24W
3 3 3
36W
3 3 3
40W
3 3 3
XEW 25W
3 3 3
50W
3 3 3
55W
3
80W
3 3 3
* Non-ALTO Bulbs
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Philips Halogen bulbs provide bright, white light and
help save on energy and maintenance costs.
Halogen bulbs are technically incandescent bulbs, but with three
features that make them superior to standard incandescent
brightness, white light output, and lifetime. A Halogen bulb has
a thin lament, which produces more light than its thicker
counterpart. This makes Halogen brighter and whiter. Halogen
bulbs are available for low-voltage (12V) operation (for which
a transformer is needed) or for 120 volt as direct replacements
for incandescent bulbs.
Screw bases are made of aluminum, brass or nickel-plated brass.
Aluminum is the most economical material. Brass and nickel-plated
brass bases are corrosion resistant and are used on bulbs designed
for outdoor use, very long life, or in corrosive environments. Brass
bases or nickel-plated brass bases should be used in applications
where corrosion might cause a bulb to seize in the socket and
make replacement difcult.
Dioptic Reflector
Halogen Capsule
Halogen Types
EcoVantage Halogen bulbs produce high quality light more
efficiently. They work with dimmer switches and are available in
the familiar A-shape and reflector designs you are accustomed
to. Use them in existing fixtures just as you would standard
incandescents and your home will look great while you save energy.
Halogen Specialty Double-Ended (Linear)100500 watt bulbs
are 120 volt and must be used in an enclosed fixture. Care must
be exercised when using these types due to the heat created by
300500 watts. Typical applications include torchieres, outdoor
flood lighting, portable lighting and general lighting.
Halogen Specialty Capsules produce a sparkling white light. Halogen
capsules must always be used in an enclosed fixture. Common
applications include task lighting and under cabinet lighting.
Low voltage types require a fixture with a 12 volt transformer.
120 volt types require a fixture specifically designed for 120 volt
operation. Never interchange 12 and 120 volt types.
Halogen MR16 low voltage (12 volt) bulbs require a fixture with
a transformer. They produce brilliant white light with excellent
beam control. If the fixture does not have a cover glass over the
face of the bulb, a covered MR16 must be used. MR16s are
often used in track lighting and down lighting.
32 Halogen Lighting Halogen Lighting 33
Halogen Lighting
34 Halogen Lighting Halogen Lighting 35
Halogen Base Shapes
Halogen Filaments




Candelabra




Widepin Bipin
Medium










G4 GY6.35 GU10 G53 B15d BA15d


Medium Medium Candelabra Mini Bipin G-4/ Widepin GU4 GU5.3
Med. Skirted Can. Candelabra GY-6.35 GY-8.6
B15d BA15d G4 GY6.35 GU10 G53 Recessed Single
Contact RSC
Halogen Filaments
Filament designations consist of a letter or letters to indicate how
the wire is coiled and an arbitrary number sometimes followed by
a letter to indicate the arrangement of the lament on the
supports. Prex letters include C (coil) wire is wound into a
helical coil or it may be deeply uted; CC (coiled coil) wire is
wound into a helical coil and this coiled wire again wound into a
helical coil. Some of the more commonly used types of lament
arrangements are illustrated.
C-2V C-6 C-8 2CC-8 CC-6 CC-8
CC-2V CC-6 CC-8
EcoVantage
Your home will
look great while
you save energy.
Savings without sacrifice
EcoVantage bulbs produce high quality light more efficiently. They
work with dimmer switches and are available in the familiar A-shape
and reflector designs you are accustomed to. Use the in existing
fixtures just as you would standard incandescents and your home
will look great while you save energy.
Fully Dimmable
Instant-on
Rated average life of 10004200 hours
Legislation compliant
Contains no mercury
EcoVantage Indoor Reflectors
Up to 47% energy savings
*
Fully dimmable and instant on
For indoor recessed
and track fixtures
* Compared to a 75 watt incandescent R20 rated at 570 lumens, this 40 watt EcoVantage
R20 provides 570 lumens and saves 47% energy. (Existing wattage New wattage)
Existing wattage = % of energy cost savings.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
Incandescent R20 EcoVantage R20
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
75 570 2500 40 570 3000 4 Flood
36 Halogen Lighting Halogen Lighting 37
EcoVantage A-Shapes
Available in Soft White, Natural White or Clear
Up to 28% energy savings
*
Fully dimmable and instant on
* Compared to a 40 watt A19 bulb with 475 lumens, the 29 watt A19 EcoVantage with 380 lumens
saves 28% energy. (Existing wattage New wattage) Existing wattage = % of energy cost savings.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
Incandescent A19 EcoVantage A19
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Finish
40 505 1500 29 400 1000 4 Clear
60 900 1500 43 750 1000 4 Clear
100 1440 1500 72 1490 1000 4 Clear
40 475 1500 29 400 1000 4 White
60 830 1500 43 750 1000 4 White
100 1140 1500 72 1490 1000 4 White
60 680 1000 43 600 1250 4 Nat. Light
75 950 750 53 790 1250 4 Nat. Light
100 1350 750 72 1170 1250 4 Nat. Light
Incandescent BR30 EcoVantage BR30
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
65 595 2500 40 590 3000 4 Flood
85 855 2500 50 730 3000 4 Flood
Incandescent BR40 EcoVantage BR40
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
65 630 2500 40 605 3000 4 Flood
120 1285 2500 70 1225 3000 4 Flood
EcoVantage Decoratives
Up to 38% energy savings
*
Fully dimmable and instant on
Incandescent G16.5 EcoVantage G16.5
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Base/Finish
40 300 2000 25 270 1000 4 Cand/Clear
40 245 2000 25 245 1000 4 Cand/White
Incandescent G25 EcoVantage G25
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Base/Finish
60 665 2000 40 500 2500 4 Med/White
60 705 2000 40 550 2500 4 Med/Clear
40 415 2000 25 255 2200 4 Med/White
40 460 2000 25 280 2200 4 Med/Clear
Incandescent F20 EcoVantage F15
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Base/Finish
100 1250 4000 72 1490 1000 4 Med/Clear
38 Halogen Lighting Halogen Lighting 39
Incandescent B10.5 EcoVantage B11
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Base/Finish
40 300 2000 25 280 2750 4 Cand/Clear
60 550 2000 40 540 2750 4 Cand/Clear
40 300 2000 25 280 2200 4 Med/Clear
60 550 2000 40 540 2200 4 Med/Clear
Incandescent BA9 EcoVantage BA11
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Base/Finish
40 300 2000 25 280 2750 4 Cand/Clear
60 550 2000 40 540 2750 4 Cand/Clear
40 300 2000 25 280 2200 4 Med/Clear
40 300 2000 25 280 2200 4 Cand/Frost
60 550 2000 40 540 2200 4 Med/Clear
60 550 2000 40 540 2200 4 Cand/Frost
* Compared to a 40 watt G16.5 bulb with 270 lumens, this 25 watt G16.5 EcoVantage
with 245 lumens saves 38% energy. (Existing wattage New wattage) Existing wattage = %
of energy cost savings.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
* Compared to a 60 watt Halogen PAR38 rated at 800 lumens, this 39 watt PAR38 EcoVantage
provides 720 lumens and saves 35% energy. (Existing wattage New wattage) Existing wattage
= % of energy cost savings.
1) Life means rated average life which is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average
of 50% of the bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
EcoVantage Reflectors
Up to 35% energy savings
*
Fully dimmable and instant on
Incandescent PAR38 EcoVantage PAR38
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
45 540 3000 39 720 4400 4 Flood
45 540 3000 39 570 1100 4 Spot
60 800 3000 53 920 1100 4 Flood
60 800 3000 53 920 1100 4 Spot
90 1340 3000 70 1415 4400 4 Flood
90 1340 3000 70 1415 4400 4 Spot
90 1340 3000 72 1350 1100 4 Flood
90 1340 3000 72 1350 1100 4 Spot
Incandescent PAR20 EcoVantage PAR20
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
50 530 3000 39 500 1100 4 Flood
50 530 3000 39 500 1100 4 Spot
Incandescent PAR30L EcoVantage PAR30L
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
50 570 3000 39 520 1100 4 Flood
50 570 3000 39 520 1100 4 Spot
75 975 3000 50 960 4400 4 Flood
75 975 3000 53 920 1100 4 Flood
75 975 3000 53 920 1100 4 Spot
Incandescent PAR30S EcoVantage PAR30S
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Watts Lumens Life/Hours
1
Dimmable Flood/Spot
60 785 3000 39 520 1100 4 Flood
75 1020 3000 53 920 1100 4 Flood
75 1020 3000 53 920 1100 4 Spot
Incandescent Lighting 41
Incandescent Types
General service bulbs includes, A, C, S, and T-shape bulbs.
Used mainly for general illumination.
Reflector types provide directional illumination. Reflector bulbs
(R) and (BR) are often used in recessed down lights and track
lighting. They have a soft, smooth beam and are available in spot
and flood. They cannot be used outside in open fixtures.
Decorative bulbs come in a myriad of shapes, sizes, and finishes.
They are most often used when the bulb is in direct view.
Decorative bulbs meet a variety of decorative needs including
chandeliers, wall sconces, vanity strips, and surface mounted
decorative fixtures.
Industrial grade and contractors choice are also referred to as
130 volt bulbs. These bulbs are designed to last 2 times as long
as a standard incandescent. 130 volt bulbs have an extra thick
filament and are ideal for hard to reach applications and areas
that have a lot of surges and spikes on the power line. Because
of the thick filaments, they produce less light than a standard
bulb, and have a warmer color appearance than standard bulbs.
Filament
Lead-In
Wires
Base
Glass Bulb
Filament Support
Gas or Vacuum
Fuse
In an incandescent bulb, a tungsten filament is heated by an
electric current until the filament becomes incandescent or
gives off light. The intense heat causes the tungsten filament to
slowly evaporate. This filament evaporation causes two things
to happen. First, it causes the bulb to get blackened over time.
The blackening of the bulb causes the bulb to become slightly
dimmer over time. Second, as the filament evaporates, it gets
thinner and thinner until finally it gets so thin, it breaks and the
bulb fails. This is the normal end of life for an incandescent bulb.
The life of a bulb depends on the thickness of the tungsten
filament, a thick filament will last longer than a thin one. But a
thick filament does not get as hot so it produces less light.
Thats the trade-offif you want more life, you get less light
and vice versa. A standard bulbs life is 7501000 hours and
longer life bulbs last 10001500 hours.
40 Incandescent Lighting
Incandescent Lighting
General service
incandescent
Incandescent Base Shapes Incandescent Bulb Finishes








Medium
Med.


Three Contact
Med. 3 C Med.








Medium Skirted
Med-Skt.










Mogul











Three Contact
Mogul 3C Med.
Miniature
Candelabra







Me

Med. 3 C Med.


Candelabra
Can.

Candelabra
Bayonet Style (S.C. Bay.)
or Double Contact
(D.C. Bay.)
Med.



ed-Skt.



Mogu
Intermediate
Inter.
Candelabra
Prefocus
S.C.Pf., D.C.Pf.





Medium Three Contact Medium Skirted Mogul
Med. Med. 3C Med. Med-Skt.
Three Contact Miniature Candelabra Candelabra
Mogul 3C Med Candelabra Can. Bayonet Style (S.C. Bay.)
or Double Contact
(D.C. Bay.)
Intermediate
Prefocus Inter.
S.C.Pf., D.C.Pf.
(D.C. Bay.)
Incandescent Lighting 43 42 Incandescent Lighting
Clear: Provides sparkle, especially in fixtures that are
made of chrome, have mirrored surfaces, multiple sockets
or have cut glass parts. If glare is a problem, use a
dimmer or a lower wattage bulb to reduce brightness.
Clear bulbs are also used in fixtures with reflectors.
Soft White: Provides the ultimate in soft, uniform,
diffused illumination with reduced glare.
Inside Frost: Offers reduced glare.
Natural Light: Features a distinctive blue coating
that reduces dull light effects to provide light that is
more vibrant and natural. Philips Natural Light bulbs
can help you to see things as they should be. Their
light is more like natural daylight.
Colored: Creates a festive party atmosphere
or a special effect.
Agro: Promotes plant growth by producing the
appropriate light spectrum for plants to thrive.
Fluorescent Lighting 45 44 Fluorescent Lighting
Fluorescent Bulb Parts
Bulb wall: A glass tube or bulb coated with phosphors.
Gas fill: Usually an electrically conductive mixture of
neon and argon gas is used. Krypton/Argon blend is used
in Econ-o-watt bulbs.
Mercury: All fluorescent bulbs contain a small amount of liquid
mercury which vaporizes during operation. Philips ALTO bulbs
contain less mercury than standard bulbs.
Base: The base is cemented to each end of the bulb to connect
the bulb to the electrical circuit.
Electrode: The electrodes are a coiled tungsten wire that
conducts electricity to the gas fill. The electrodes are sputtered
away as the bulb starts and is vaporized as it operates. When
the electrodes are used up, the bulb can no longer start.
Philips bulbs contain an exclusive electrode guard that
minimizes end blackening.
Phosphor Coating: Phosphor coating on the bulb wall
converts ultraviolet energy to visible light in a process called
fluorescence. Newer, more expensive phosphor coatings are
used on bulbs to provide high color rendering, higher lumen
maintenance, and higher light output.
Philips long life bulbs create a brighter standard.
Operation
When started, the electrodes at each end of the bulb
emit electrons.
1. The electrons travel through the tube in the form of an
electrical current. The electrons collide with the mercury
atoms contained in the glass bulb.
2. After the collision, the mercury atom releases invisible
ultraviolet energy.
3. The ultraviolet energy strikes the phosphor coating and
the phosphor converts the ultraviolet to visible light.
Ballast
All fluorescent bulbs need a ballast to operate properly. The ballast
provides the proper starting voltage and limits the current
through the bulb. It is important to have the correct ballast for
proper operation. The ballast label has important information
such as which bulbs the ballast will operate and a wiring diagram.
Fluorescent Lighting
Fluorescent Bulb Shapes
The letter indicates the shape of the bulb and the number indicates
the diameter in eighths of an inch.
Example: A T8 Bulb is a tubular shape that is 8 eighths
or one inch in diameter.
Linear
U-bent
Circline
Fluorescent Sizes
To determine the length of a fluorescent bulb, you do not measure
the bulb. The Nominal Length of the bulb is the measurement from
back of socket to back of socket on the fixture.
To determine the size (or diameter) of the bulb you need, measure
the endcap and use the illustration below as a guide.
Fluorescent Base Shapes
The green color base indicates the bulb is made with Philips ALTO
low mercury technology.
Miniature Bipin T5
Min. Bipin
Slimline Single Pin
T8/T12
T9 Circline 4-Pin
T5 Circular
Medium Bipin T8/T12
Med. Bipin
Recessed Double Contact T8/T12
Recessed D.C.
Fluorescent Lighting 47 46 Fluorescent Lighting
Fluorescent Types
Preheat: The first type of fluorescent bulbs was
preheat. These bulbs require a starter or preheat
switch. Several seconds of warm-up time is
required before starting. They are usually 30 watts
or less and equipped with a Bipin base.
Slimline (Instant Start): The ballast provides
sufficient voltage to start these bulbs instantly.
Only a single pin on each end of the bulb is required.
Rapid Start: Rapid start are the most popular
type, usually 32 watts or more. Continuously
heated electrodes provide smooth, fast starting
(~1 second) without a starter. Rapid start bulbs
are available with Bipin and Recessed Double
Contact bases.
Soft White Neutral Cool White Natural Light
Daylight
Deluxe
Atmosphere Created
Comfortable,
pleasant
light
Balanced,
general
purpose light
Efcient task
lighting
Simulates
natural,
outdoor light
Creates
a cool,
refreshing
environment
Application
Kitchen,
bathroom or
any room
Offices,
task areas
Garage,
basement
Any room in
the home
Garage,
workshop,
laundry
Color Scale: 3000K = Soft light to 6500K= Coolest white light
1
3000K 3500K 4100K 5000K 6500K
CRI on a scale of 0 to 100, the bulbs ability to show colors accurately
2
86 85 85 88 85
Also known as
Warm Deluxe,
Kitchen & Bath,
Warm White
Neutral
Cool,
Cool White
Full Spectrum,
Sunshine,
Bright White
Daylight,
Daybright,
Arctic White
Color is a personal preference. Select a bulb that creates the
environment you desire for the application.
1) Color Temperature: The measure of the light bulbs color when illuminated, and is measured in
degrees Kelvin. The higher the number, the whiter, and then bluer, or cooler. The lower the number,
the more yellow or warmer the color.
2) Color Rendering Index (CRI): the ability of a light bulb to show the colors of objects accurately on
a scale of 9 to 100usually the higher the better. A higher number can make a big difference.
Fluorescent Color Selection
Fluorescent Lighting 49 48 Fluorescent Lighting
Ballasts 51 50 Ballasts
Operating Frequency
Why >40,000 Hz?
Bulbs more efcient at high frequency
Higher light output for same watts as 60 Hz
Same light output as 60 Hz for fewer watts
Helps avoid interference with other high frequency
electronic equipment
Input Frequencypower line frequency
50 Hz or 60 Hz (cycles per second)
Output Frequencybulb operating frequency
50 Hz or 60 Hz for Magnetic & Hybrid
>40,000 Hz for Electronic ballasts
Philips Advance electronic ballasts provide proven
performance and payback.
Purpose of a Ballast
Incandescent Bulbs
Designed to start at 120V
Size of filament regulates current
Fluorescent Bulbs
Starting voltage dictated by bulb length and diameter
Bulb itself will not regulate current
Size of a Ballast
Ranges from:

1
2 lbs. choke ballast to 25 lbs. sign ballast
Generally:
the larger the bulb, the larger the ballast
Ballast Function
Provides starting voltage to the bulb
Limits current through the bulb
In Preheat and Rapid Start Bulbs:
Provides proper cathode heating
Ballasts
30,000
25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
5,000
0
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Rapid Start Lamp Life
Hours per Start
Rapid Start Ballast
Instant Start Ballast
H
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u
r
s
Ballast Types Ballast Types
Electronic Ballasts
Lighter, quieter, and more energy efcientthey are the
smart replacement for magnetic ballasts.
Energy savings
Extends the life of the bulb
Instant-on technology
Operates bulbs at High Frequency >40,000 Hz
Operate same bulbs as Magnetic
Use more components
Smaller size(SC)-same mounting dimensions
Lightweight, less stress on ceiling and easier to install
Quiet operationreduces or eliminates ballast humming
Magnetic Ballasts
Low frequency operationeliminates interference concerns
4 ft and 8 ft T12 ballasts are no longer available due to the
Energy Policy Act of 2005 Legislation (EPACT)
Easy replacement
Ballasts 53 52 Ballasts
Parallel Instant Start Circuit
Parallel
Instant Start
Independent Bulb Operationone bulb out the others remain lit
Series Rapid Start Circuit
Series
Rapid Start
One bulb out all bulbs out
Industry standard for T12 Bulbs
Bulb Life Instant Start vs. Rapid Start
Ballast FAQs
Qualifying Questions to
Ask the Customer
When qualifying customers to determine their specific need for
a ballast, be sure to consider the following:
Type and length of bulb in the customers fixture. The description
etched on the end of the bulb is the best way to determine this
piece of information.
The number of bulbs in the fixture being operated by the ballast
and the number of ballasts in the fixture.
Energy efficiencyCan the customer use an electronic ballast
to replace a magnetic ballast in their application?
Catalog number and manufacturer of the ballast the customer
is looking to replace. Utilize cross reference chart to determine
correct replacement if existing unit is not Advance.
Ballast FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Why do ballasts hum?
Answer: Magnetic components in the ballast create noise due to
their movement when regulating voltage and current. Potting mate-
rial helps dampen this sound but it is still audible at 2436 decibels.
Question: What is the black smoke that comes from
a ballast at its end of life?
Answer: That is potting material being burned due to the ballast
overheating. This could be caused by a bad bulb being left in the fixture
for too long or the ballast overheating due to component failure.
Question: Can fluorescent bulbs be dimmed?
Answer: Yes, but you must use a specific dimming ballast for
the bulb type and use a fluorescent dimmer not a standard
incandescent dimmer.
Question: How do I determine the correct ballast to use?
Answer: You must know the bulb description/ bulb type in the
fixture. This may be found etched on the end of the fluorescent bulb.
You must also know the number of bulbs the ballast needs to operate.
This may be found on the ballast label. You must also know the
operating voltage of the ballast needed. This may also be found on
the ballast label. In addition, there are upgrade opportunities with
electronic ballasts to reduce energy costs.
Question: What are the benefits of electronic ballasts?
Answer: Lower electric bill, lighter weight, cooler and quieter
operation, longer life and more environmentally friendly.
Ballasts 55 54 Ballasts
HID Lighting 57 56 HID Lighting
Common Characteristics of HID bulbs
All HID bulbs have a warm-up period that lasts from 310
minutes (depending on the type and wattage) before it
produces full light output.
All HID bulbs require a ballast. It is very important that an
HID bulb has the correct ballast to operate as a system
(compare the ANSI code on Ballast and bulb package to match).
HID bulbs have a restrike time which ranges from 115
minutes depending on bulb type and wattage. The restrike
time is the period of time from when power is removed
and reapplied (to a fully warmed up bulb) until the time it
resumes producing light.
Philips High Intensity Discharge Lighting combines high
efficacy with excellent quality light and long life for
many commercial applications.
High Intensity Discharge HID bulbs are the group of bulbs
containing Metal Halide High Pressure Sodium and Mercury
Vapor bulbs. In HID bulbs, light is produced by passing an
electric current between two electrodes. The electric current
passes through a gas or metal vapor at high pressure inside an
arc tube. The arc tube may be made of either quartz or ceramic
material. The electric current produces a high intensity arc or
discharge of light that is very efcient and has a long life.
They differ from Fluorescent bulbs in that they produce light
directly from the arc itself instead of relying on phosphors to
convert ultraviolet energy into visible light. (Note: Some HID
bulbs do have phosphor coatings to enhance CRI and diffuse
the light.) They operate at higher pressures and temperatures
than Fluorescent bulbs in order to produce light via the arc.
High Intensity Discharge Lighting
Upgrade to an
enhanced white light
A23 BT37 ED17 ED18 ED23
1
2
Medium Mogul EX39 G8.5
G12 GU6.5 GX8.5 GX10 PGJ5
ED28 ED37
PAR20 PAR30L PAR38
WISO
Integrated
PAR38
PAR38
One Piece
MR16 R111 T4
GU6.5
T4
G8.5
T6 Cosmo
T6
HID Lighting 59 58 HID Lighting
HID Bulb Shapes
All Philips HID bulbs feature a corrosion resistant brass base and
have been lubricated with a black spot of graphite to ensure easy
bulb removal at end of life.
HID Base Shapes
New minimum energy efficiency standards for lighting are
being phased-in. This will impact many incandescent household,
reflector, and linear fluorescent bulbs. Over the course of the
next few years, some of these bulbs will be discontinued and
will be replaced by more efficient versions. You will still be able
to purchase the same type of bulbs you are accustomed to, but
with lower wattages and without compromising brightness.
Use the following comparison guides to see the products
affected by the Energy Independence and Security Act and
to see Philips energy efficient replacement options. All
replacement bulbs are recommended based on the closest
lumen output.
When does this legislation take effect?
It will be phased-in 2012 through 2014 (California will
begin one year earlier starting January, 2011).
1/1/2011
EISA (CA ONLY):
Effective date
Affects 95W
A-Shape Bulbs
1/1/2012
EISA (All States):
Effective date
Affects 100W A-Shape Bulbs, Medium
Base Globes and Decorative Bulbs
Decorative Bulbs with Candelabra
Bases rated>60W
Decorative Bulbs with Intermediate
Bases rated>40W
EISA (CA Only):
Affects 71W A-Shape Bulbs
7/14/2012
EISA:
Effective date
Affects Reflector Flood/Spot PAR30L,
PAR30S, PAR20, PAR38, BR30, BR40
and R20 ranging from 40W to 205W
DOE General Service
Fluorescent Bulb (GSFL):
Effective date
Affects some 4' and 8' T5, T8 and
T12 Linear Fluorescents, and
2 U-Shape Fluorescents
1/1/2013
EISA:
Effective date
Affects 75W
A-Shape Bulbs,
Medium Base
Globes and
Decorative Bulbs
EISA (CA Only):
Affects 38W
and 57W
A-Shape Bulbs
1/1/2014
EISA:
Effective date
Affects 60W
and 40W
A-Shape Bulbs
>40W Medium
Base Candles
and Globes
New efciency standards
for light bulbs nationwide
Understanding light bulb efciency standards
What light bulbs will be affected?
General Service (Household) Incandescent and Halogen Bulbs
Incandescent and Halogen Reflectors
General Service Linear Fluorescents
See the complete listing of exempted bulbs in the Light Bulb
Exemptions Section (page 7273).
Federal DOE Legislation
The Department of Energy (DOE) issued new energy efficiency
standards for fluorescent and incandescent bulbs. In 2007 the
Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) was signed into
law. It is intended to reduce energy usage and greenhouse gas
emissions, and established new energy efficiency standards for
buildings, vehicles, and productsincluding light bulbs. This
Federal legislation requires manufacturers to produce certain
reflector bulbs and other household light bulbs that meet or
exceed the new energy efficiency standards as stated in EISA.
The new standards are based on efficacy, and bulbs must meet
new minimum Lumen per Watt (LPW) requirements.
Legislation 61 60 Legislation
Lighting Legislation
Incandescent household bulbs
Bulb Shape
Current
Wattage
Effective
Date
1
Energy Saving
Halogen/Incandescent
Compact Fluorescent LED
Household
A-Shape EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
A19 Medium Base 100W Jan 2012 72W A19 23W Twister 23W A21
3
A19 Medium Base 75W Jan 2013 53W A19
2
20W Twister Dimmable
20W Covered/ 18W Twister
17W A21
A19 Medium Base 60W Jan 2014 43W A19
14W Covered/13W Twister
15W Twister Dimmable
12W A19
A19 Medium Base 40W Jan 2014 29W A19
9W Covered/
9W Twister
8W A19
Decorative
Decorative Candles EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
Shape: B, F, BA
Base: Medium
100W Jan 2012
72W F15 Flame 9W Candle
3W Candle Bent Tip
or Blunt Tip
Shape: B, F, BA
Base: Medium
60W Jan 2014
40W BA11 Candle
4
40W B11 Candle
4
40W F10.5 Candle
5W Candle 3W Candle Blunt Tip
Shape: B, F, BA
Base: Candelabra
>60W Jan 2012 9W Candle
2W Candle Bent Tip
or Blunt Tip
Shape: B, F, BA
Base: Intermediate
>40W Jan 2012
Globes EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
Shape: G16.5, G25, G30
Base: Candelabra
60W Jan 2012
Shape: G25, G30
Base: Medium
100W Jan 2012
Shape: G25, G30
Base: Medium
75W Jan 2013
9W Globe G25
Medium Base
Shape: G25, G30
Base: Medium
60W Jan 2014 40W G25 Globe
Post Light EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
Post Light F20
Base: Medium
100W Jan 2012
40W F10.5 Candle
72W F15 Candle
14W Covered Post Light
3W Candle Bent Tip
4W F15 Postlight
1) California will ban these products 1 year earlier.
2) Natural Light only.
3) Available October 2012.
4) Future product.
Affected Incandescent Light Bulbs Philips Recommended Replacement Light Bulbs
Legislation 63 62 Legislation
Incandescent and Halogen Reflector Bulbs
Bulb Shape
Current
Wattage
Effective Date
1
Energy Saving
Halogen/Incandescent
Compact Fluorescent LED
Small Diameter 2.25"2.5"
R20/PAR20 EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
R20 45W 2015 40W R20 Flood
39W PAR20 Flood
14W R20 Flood
8W R20 Flood
2
8W PAR20 Flood
R20 75W July 2012
PAR20 50W July 2012
Large Diameter 2.50" or more
PAR38 EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
PAR38 45W July 2012
39W PAR38
23W PAR38
Indoor Flood
19.5W PAR38 Flood PAR38 60W July 2012
53W PAR38
PAR38 90W July 2012 72W PAR38
23W PAR38
Outdoor Flood
PAR30 EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
PAR30L 50W July 2012 39W PAR30L
13W PAR30L Flood
PAR30L 75W July 2012
50W PAR30L
53W PAR30L
PAR30S 45W July 2012 39W PAR30S
PAR30S 60W July 2012 53W PAR30S
BR30/40 EcoVantage EnergySaver Philips LED
BR30, BR40
65W 2015
3
40W BR30
15W R30
16W R30 Dimmable
13W BR30 Flood
85W 2008 50W BR30 14W BR40 Flood
120W 2008 70W BR40
15W 6" Recessed
Downlight
1) California will ban these products 1 year earlier.
2) Future product.
3) All exceptions are expected to expire, dependent on future legislation.
Affected Reflector Light Bulbs Philips Recommended Replacement Light Bulbs
Legislation 65 64 Legislation
General Service Linear Fluorescents
Legislation Requirements Philips Recommended Replacement Bulbs
Bulb Shape
Color Temp.
(Kelvin)
Minimum Lumens
per Watt (LPW)
Requirement
Fluorescent
4 Foot Linear
T12 Medium Bi-Pin Base,
25W or more
4500K 89 LPW
32W T8 Cool White with 2950 lumens (92LPW) and 85 CRI
1
40W T12 Neutral Deluxe with 2200 lumens (55 LPW) and 88 CRI
2
40W T12 Cool White Supreme with 2600 lumens (65 LPW) and 90 CRI
2
4500K7000K 88 LPW
32W T8 Natural Light with 2850 lumens (89 LPW) and 82 CRI
2
40W T12 Daylight Deluxe with 2325 lumens (58 LPW) and 90 CRI
2
40W T12 Natural Light C50 Supreme with 2250 lumens (56 LPW) and 92 CRI
2
8 Foot Linear
T12 Single-Pin Base,
52W or more
4500K 97 LPW
59W T8 Cool White Plus with 5700 lumens (97 LPW) and 85 CRI
1
75W T12 Natural Light C50 Supreme with 5000 lumens (66 LPW) and 90 CRI
2
75W T12 Daylight Deluxe with 4500 lumens (60 LPW) and 90 CRI
2
4500K7000K 93 LPW
T12 High Output (HO),
all watts
4500K 92 LPW 110W T12 Cool White Deluxe HO-O with 8800 lumens (80 LPW) and 59 CRI
2
4500K7000K 88 LPW 110W T12 Daylight Deluxe HO-O with 7800 lumens (71LPW) and 73 CRI
2
2 Foot U-Shape
T12, Medium Bi-Pin Base,
25W or more
4500K 84 LPW
40W T12 Cool White Supreme with 2300 lumens (58 LPW) and 90 CRI
2
40W T12 Daylight Deluxe with 2250 lumens (56 LPW) and 90 CRI
2
4500K7000K 81 LPW
Affected Fluorescent Light Bulbs
1) T8 Ballast change required.
2) Cool White Supreme, Daylight Deluxe, C50 Colortone Supreme, Neutral Deluxe,
and HO-O bulbs are exempt.
Legislation 67 66 Legislation
Incandescent
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
EcoVantage
Halogen
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
Energy
Savings
2
EnergySaver
CFL
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
Energy
Savings
2
Philips
LED
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
Energy
Savings
2
15W A15 1500 110 3W A15 20,000 136 $26.40
25W A19 1500 220 7W A19 25,000 240 $49.50
40W A19 1500 475
29W A19
Soft White
1000 400 $1.21
9W
Mini Twist.
12,000 500 $40.00 8W A19 25,000 450 $88.00
60W A19 1500 830
43W A19
Soft White
1000 750 $1.87
13W
Mini Twist.
12,000 840 $62.00 12.5W A19 25,000 800 $130.63
75W A19 1500 1060
53W A19
Nat. Light
1250 790 $3.03
18W
Mini Twist.
12,000 1250 $75.00
100W A19 1500 1440
72W A19
Soft White
1000 1490 $3.08
23W
Mini Twist.
12,000 1600 $101.00
15W Candle 2000 150 2W Candle 15,000 86 $21.45
40W Candle 2000 300 25W Candle 2200 280 $3.63
60W Candle 1500 550 40W Candle 2200 540 $4.84
75W R20 2000 500 40W R20 3000 570 $4.24
65W BR30 2000 630 40W BR30 3000 590 $8.25 16W R30 8000 750 $43.00 13W BR30 25,000 650 $143.25
85W BR30 2000 855 50W BR30 3000 730 $11.55
65W BR40 2000 630 40W BR40 3000 605 $8.25 20W R40 8000 900 $102.00
Halogen
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
(candela)
EcoVantage
Halogen
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
Energy
Savings
EnergySaver
CFL
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
Energy
Savings
Philips
LED
Life
1
(HOURS)
Lumens
(candela)
Energy
Savings
40W R20 3000 415 40W R20 3000 570 8W R20 Fl. 25,000 500 $102.00
20W MR16 3000
240
(550 candela)
3W MR16 25,000
(650
candela)
$46.75
35W GU10 3000
265
(480 candela)
3W GU10 20,000
(650
candela)
$70.40
60W PAR30L 3000
1140
(2500 candela)
50W PAR30L 4400 960 $4.84 16W R30 8000 750
Save
$43.00
12W PAR30L 25,000
(2610
candela)
$132.00
45W PAR38 3000
530
(2000 candela)
39W PAR38 1100 570 $0.73
90W PAR38 3000
1310
(4500 candela)
72W PAR38 1100 1350 $2.18 23W PAR38 10,000 1300
Save
$73.00
16W PAR38 25,000
(4000
candela)
$203.50
1) Rated Average Life (RAL) is the length of operation (in hours) at which point an average of 50% of the
bulbs will still be operational and 50% will not.
2) Savings based on $.11 per kWh for the average rated life of the bulb.
Actual savings will vary depending on cost per kWh.
Product Comparisons
Legislation 69 68 Legislation
To help consumers understand light bulb efficiency,
the EISA legislation directed the Federal Trade
Commission (FTC) to change its current labeling
requirements for all medium based general service
incandescent, halogen, LED and compact fluorescent
bulbs. Manufacturers are required to provide
brightness (lumens) and energy-cost information
on packaging within a detailed Lighting Facts label.
This new label will help consumers base their purchase decision
on the brightness (lumens) of the bulb and cost of operation,
instead of wattage.
*
As more energy efficient light bulbs become
available and less efficient, higher wattage light bulbs are
phased-out, consumers will have this new source of information
to help make their purchase decisions.
* http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2010/06/lightbulbs.shtm
Labeling Laws for Lighting
How will the Federal Trade
Commission (FTC) Labeling
Laws affect me?
A new, consumer friendly energy
usage label will be required on
most light bulb packages. These
new labels will help you choose
the right energy-efcient bulbs
for your needs.
Package Back
Brightness: Measured in lumens.
Estimated Yearly Energy Cost: Based
on 3 hrs/day. 11 per kWh (kilowatt hour).
Cost depends on rates and use.
Life: Based on 3 hours per day.
Light Appearance: Example, whether
the bulb provides warm or cool light.
Energy Used: Wattsthe amount
of energy the bulb uses.
Package Front
Brightness:
Measured
in lumens.
Estimated Yearly
Energy Cost: Based
on 3 hrs/day. 11 per
kWh (kilowatt hour).
Cost depends on
rates and use.
Understanding the new FTC label
Effective date:
2011 (Exact date pending
FTC nal ruling)
Affected Light Bulbs:
General Service
Incandescent and Halogen
Household bulbs
Incandescent and Halogen
Reectors
Compact Fluorescent
Household bulbs
General Service LED bulbs
But there are a few
exceptions to this rule:
Shatter-Resistant bulbs
Vibration-Resistant bulbs
Globes and Candles of
40W or less
Intermediate, Candelabra
and Non-Screw Base bulbs
See the complete listing of
exempted bulbs in the Light
Bulb Exemptions Section
(page 7273).
Legislation 71 70 Legislation
The following light bulb types are exempt from legislation
Incandescent Household BulbsEISA 2007:
3-Way bulbs, Appliance bulbs (Maximum 40W), Colored Party bulbs,
Black Light bulbs, Infrared bulbs, Plant Light bulbs, Sign Service bulbs,
Silver Bowl bulbs, Bug-A-Way, and Rough Service bulbs
Post lights 40W or less and Nightlights
Specialty Incandescent, Marine bulbs, Marine Signal Service bulbs,
Mine Service bulbs, and Traffic Signal bulbs
Decorative Globes G40 bulbs (all wattages)
The following bulbs if less than or equal to 60 watts are exempt:
Decorative Candles (B, BA, CA) with Candelabra base
Decorative Globes (G16
1
2, G25, G30) with Candelabra base
Vibration Service bulbs
The following bulbs if less than or equal to 40 watts are exempt:
Specialty Tubular (T8)
Decorative Candles (B, BA, CA) with medium and intermediate bases
Decorative Globes (G16
1
2, G25, G30) with medium and
intermediate bases
M14
Incandescent Reflector BulbsEISA 2007:
Colored PARs, Rough Service, and Vibration Service bulbs
Exemptions are expected to expire in 2014
45W or Less: R20 and BR19
50W or Less: BR30, ER30, BR40, and ER40
65W BR30, BR40, and ER40
General Service Fluorescent Bulbs (GSFL)DOE 2009 Rulemaking:
All bulbs with a CRI 87
Outdoor use: Cool White High Output (F96T12/CW/HO-O)
and Daylight/High Output (D/HO-O)
Shatter Resistant bulbs: TuffGuard
Cool White Deluxe/Daylight Deluxe; Colortone50
Other length bulbs not specifically mentioned
(such as 2', 3', and 5' bulbs)
Bulbs > 7000 Kelvin, Plant Growth, Cold Temperature,
Colored, Reflector, Aperture, Reprographic, and UV bulbs
Light Bulb Exemptions
The following light bulb types are exempt from
FTC labeling requirements:
All Non-General Service Bulbs:
Party bulbs
Rough Service bulbs
Appliance bulbs
Black Light bulbs
Bug-A-Way bulbs
Colored Party bulbs
Infrared bulbs
Left-Hand Thread bulbs
Marine bulbs
Marine Signal Service bulbs
Mine Service bulbs
Plant Light bulbs
Certain Reflector bulbs
Shatter-Resistant bulbs
(including a Shatter-Proof bulb and a Shatter-Protected bulb)
Sign Service bulbs
Silver Bowl bulbs
Showcase bulbs
Traffic Signal bulbs
Vibration Service bulbs
Notes:
Incandescent reflector light bulbs 125V (including those rated at 130V)
are subject to 15% higher LPW efficacy standards than products rated
at <125V. 130V incandescent reflector bulbs will no longer be available
after July 2012.
California will make A-Shape (EISA Section 321) laws effective one year
before all other states.
Legislation 73 72 Legislation
Lighting Reference 75 74 Lighting Reference
Lighting Formulas
Present Bulb Wattage
Subtract
Replacement Bulb Wattage
Equals Wattage Saved
Multiply
By Replacement Bulb Life
Equals Energy Saved

To Convert to Kilowatt Hours
Divide by 1000 1000
Equals Energy Saved Kilowatt
Hrs
Multiply
By Your Kilowatt Hour Rate
Equals Energy Dollars
Saved by Each Bulb
Multiply
By Number of Bulbs in Your Facility
Hrs Life
Watt-Hrs
Watts
Watts
Watts
$
$
Energy Savings Calculator
To calculate energy dollars saved over the life of a bulb, use this
formula. All you need is your Present Bulb Wattage and the
Replacement Bulb Wattage and Bulb Life.
TOTAL DOLLARS SAVED
Over the Rated Average Life
of the Bulbs
Use this formula to determine the diameter of the beam of
a reflector or PAR bulb at a specific distance. You will need
a scientific calculator and the beam diameter in degrees.
Formula: (Beam Spread2) tan x Distance x 2 = Beam Diameter
On scientific calculator: Enter beam spread, divide by two, hit
equal, hit tangent button (TAN), multiply by distance, multiply
by twothis equals the diameter of the beam.
Example: 90PAR 38 HAL/FL28 at 12 feet distance, what will the
diameter of the beam be?
On scientific calculator:
Enter beam spread 28 28
Divide by 2 2
Hit equal button 14
Hit tangent button 0.2493
Multiply by distance 12 ft
Multiply by 2 2
Equals diameter of beam 5.98 ft or about 6 ft
Use this formula to determine the illuminance in footcandles
(FC) hitting a target from a reflector or PAR bulb at a specific
distance. You will need the Maximum Beam Candlepower (MBCP)
for the specific bulb and the distance from the bulb to the target.
You can get the MBCP from the Philips Lamp Specification and
Application Guide.
Formula: FC = MBCP/D
2
Take the MBCP and divide by the distance squared
(distance x distance)
Example: 90PAR 38 HAL/FL28 at 12 feet distance, what will
the illuminance in footcandles be?
The MBCP is 4500 candlepower
The distance squared is 12 feet x 12 feet or 144 square feet
4500/144 = 31.25 footcandles or about 30FC
How to Use our Lighting
Catalog (SG-100)
How to Use our Ballast
Catalog (ATLAS)
Base: Full base names
and configuration
drawings are shown
in the back of each
bulb section.
Ordering Code:
Must be used when
placing orders.
Volts: For bulbs listed
with voltage ranges.
Package Qty.: Number of
bulbs packaged in a shipping
container. (Quantity shown is
minimum shipping container.)
Pyramid Symbol:
Footnote, explanation
is listed at the back of
each bulb type section.
M.O.L.: Maximum
Overall Length in inches.
Rated Average Life:
the length of operation
(in hours) at which point
an average of 50% of
the bulbs will still be
operational and 50%
will not.
How to Read the Ballast Catalog Number
Catalog Number Examples
R-2S40-TP V-2S40-TP REL-2P32-SC
R=120 Volt V=277 Volt I=120277V
H=347/480V G=347 Volt JC=277480V
EL = Electronic Ballast
2 = # of Bulbs operated by the Ballast
S = Circuit TypeSeries P = Circuit TypeParallel
32 = Bulb Wattage 40 = Bulb Wattage
TP = Thermal Protection
Bulb: Bulb designations
indicate approximate
shape and size.
Volts: For bulbs listed
with voltage ranges.
Input Power: Total
power input to the ballast
that includes bulb watts
and ballast losses.
Ballast Factor: Measure
of light output from bulb
operated by commercial
ballast, as compared to
a laboratory standard
reference ballast.
Line Current:
A measure of
electrical current.
Product Number:
Both Product Number
and complete ordering
code should be used
when placing orders.
Min. Starting Temp.:
The minimum ambient
temperature at which the
bulb will start. Light output
may be affected due to
bulb characteristics.
Lighting Reference 77 76 Lighting Reference
Absorption Conversion of light to heat by interaction with matter.
Accent Lighting Concentrated light on a subject which highlights it and
causes it to stand out from its surrounding. Depending on degree of
drama desired, accent light should minimally be 10x the general light or
ambient light.
Alternating Current (AC) Flow of electricity which cycles of alternates
direction many times per second. The number of cycles per second is
referred to as frequency. The most common frequency used in this
country is 60 Hertz (cycles per second).
AmalgamA mixture of mercury and other metals used in Compact
Fluorescent bulbs to allow the bulbs to have a stable light output
over a wide range of temperatures and burning positions. The amalgam
causes the bulb to have a 60 second warm-up time.
Ambient Lighting General lighting, or lighting of the surrounding area.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
A consensus organization which coordinates voluntary standards for
the physical, electrical, and performance characteristics of bulbs, ballasts,
luminaires, and other lighting and electrical equipment.
Amperes (amps or A) The unit of measurement of electric current.
The is current related to voltage and power as follows:
Current (amps)=Power (watts) / Voltage (volts).
Arc Discharge (in gas or vapor) Electric discharge that produces light
without a filament.
Average Illuminance (E
av
) Over a surface. Illuminance averaged over
the specified surface.
Ballast The ballast is an electrical device that performs two basic
functions: 1) provides the starting voltage and 2) limits the current
to sustain bulb operation.
Ballast types for uorescent bulbs:
Instant Start: Instant start electronic ballasts are the most popular
type of electronic ballast today because they provide maximum energy
savings and they start bulbs without delay or ashing. Since they do
not provide bulb electrode heating, instant start ballasts consume less
energy than comparable rapid start, program rapid start or programmed
start ballasts. As a result, they provide the most energy efcient solution
to uorescent bulb ballasting. The instant start ballast uses 1.5 to 2 watts
less energy per bulb than the rapid start alternative.
Instant-start electronic ballasts provide a high initial voltage (typically
600V for F32T8 bulbs) to start the bulb. This high voltage is required to
initiate discharge between the unheated electrodes of the bulb. However,
the cold electrodes of bulbs operated by an instant start ballast may
deteriorate more quickly than the warmed electrodes of bulbs operated
by a rapid start, program rapid start or programmed start ballast. Bulbs
operated by instant start ballasts will typically withstand 1015K switch
cycles. Instant start ballasts are typically wired in parallel. This means
that if one bulb fails, the other bulbs in the circuit will remain lit.
Rapid Start: Rapid start ballasts have a separate set of windings which
provide a low voltage (approx. 3.5 volts) to the electrodes for one
second prior to bulb ignition. A starting voltage somewhat lower than
that of instant ballast (typically 450550V for F32T8 bulbs) is applied,
striking an electrical arc inside the bulb. Most rapid start electronic
ballasts continue to heat the electrode even after the bulb has started,
which results in a power loss of 1.5 to 2 watts per bulb. Bulbs operated
by a rapid start electronic ballast will typically withstand 1520K switch
cycles. Rapid start ballasts are typically wired in series. This means that
if one bulb fails, all other bulbs in the circuit will extinguish.
Programmed Start: Programmed start (PS) electronic ballasts
provide maximum bulb life in frequent starting conditions (up to 50,000
starts). PS ballasts use a custom integrated circuit (IC) which monitors
bulb and ballast conditions to ensure optimal system lighting performance.
Life Program rapid start ballasts, PS ballasts also precisely heat the bulb
cathodes. However, PS ballasts heat the bulb cathodes to 700C prior to
bulb ignition. This puts the least amount of stress on the bulb electrodes,
resulting in maximum bulb life regardless of the number of bulb starts.
Programmed start ballasts are typically wired in series.
Ballast types for HID bulbs:
Reactor: Single coil, very efcient, but poor voltage regulation to the bulb.
Constant Wattage Autotransformer (CWA): Employing two coils,
the ballast is less efcient then reactor types, but have better voltage
regulation. Most popular type in use.
Magnetically Regulated (Mag Reg) or Regulated Lag (Reg Lag):
Three coils make for very effective voltage regulation but also not
very efcient.
Electronic: Allows for both high efciency and the best voltage regulation.
Base The end of the bulb that inserts into bulb socket.
Beam SpreadThe angle over which the intensity of the beam drops to
50% of its peak intensity. Measured in degrees.
Brightness A visual sensation that describes how much light an area
appears to emit. There are no units of measure for brightness;
its measurement is relative. In other words, more or less bright.
British Thermal Units (BTUs) Measurement of heat produced Unit BTU,
BTUs per hour = watts x 3.413.
Glossary
Glossary 79 78 Glossary
Bulb The glass outer or envelope of a bulb. Also, a bulb is commonly
referred to as a bulb.
Burning PositionThe position in which a bulb is designed to be operated.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) An organization that writes standards
and tests lighting equipment for performance as well as electrical and
fire safety. Canadian provincial laws generally require that all products
sold for consumer use in Canada must have CSA or equivalent approval.
Candela (cd) (Luminous Intensity) The intensity base unit for light.
Intensity is the luminous ux emitted from a point per unit solid angle
into a particular direction, regardless of distance.
Candlepower (cp) Luminous intensity expressed in candelas.
Chromaticity See color temperature.
Class P Ballast contains a thermal protective device, which deactivates
the ballast when the case reaches a certain critical temperature. The
device resets automatically when the case temperature drops to a
lower temperature.
Color Appearance The color impression when looking directly at a
light source.
Color Rendering Expression for the effect that the light has on the
color appearance of objects.
Color Rendering Index (CRI) A method for describing the effect of a
light source on the color appearance of objects, compared to a reference
source of the same color temperature (CCT). The highest CRI attainable
is 100. Originally based on an eight standardized color comparisons, it
was later extended to fourteen colors.
Color Temperature or Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) The color
temperature of a light emitter refers to the temperature to which one
would have to heat a blackbody source (Planckian radiator) to
produce light of similar overall appearance or chromaticity. A low color
temperature implies warmer color (more yellow/red) light while high
color temperature implies a cooler light (more blue). The standard unit
for color temperature measurement is expressed in Kelvin (K).
Compact Fluorescent Bulb (CFL) The general term applied to families of
smaller diameter fluorescent bulbs, some of which have built-in ballasts
and medium screw bases for easy replacement of incandescent bulbs.
Cone Photoreceptors in the retina containing light-sensitive pigments
responsible for seeing color.
Contrast The difference between the object and its background.
Cornice Lighting Lighting system comprising light sources shielded by a
panel parallel to the wall and attached to the ceiling, distributing light
over the wall.
Correlated Color Temperature The temperature of a piece of metal
whose perceived color most closely resembles that of a compared light
source at the same brightness. Unit Kelvin, K.
Cosine Law of Incidence The law that states that illuminance at a point
on a plane is proportional to the cosine of the angle of light incidence
(the angle between the direction of the incident light and the normal
to the plane). E=I/d
2
cos
Cove Lighting Lighting system comprising light sources shielded by a
ledge or recess, and distributing light over the ceiling and upper wall.
Diffuse Reflection Diffusion by reflection in which, on the macroscopic
scale, there is no regular reflection.
Diffused Lighting Lighting in which the light is not coming mainly from
one particular direction.
Diffuser Device used to alter the distribution of light and depending
essentially on the phenomenon of diffusion.
Diffusion (scattering) Change of the distribution of a beam of light
when it is deviated in many directions by a surface or by a material.
Dimmer A device in the electrical circuit for varying the light output
from bulbs in a lighting installation. Dimming an incandescent bulb
extends its life.
DiOptic Reflector A segmented, dual parabolic reflector that increases
the reflector efficiency up to 20%.
Direct Current (DC) Flow of electricity continuously in one direction.
Direct Glare Glare resulting from high luminances or insufficiently
shielded light sources in the field of view.
Direct Lighting Lighting by means of fixtures or luminaires that have
90 to 100 percent of the light reaching the working plane directly.
Directional Lighting Lighting in which the light on the working plane
or on an object is coming predominately from one particular direction.
Discharge Lamp Lamp in which the light is produced, directly or
indirectly, by an electric discharge through a gas, a metal vapor, or a
mixture or several gases and vapors.
Discomfort Glare Glare that causes discomfort without necessarily
impairing the vision of objects.
Dispersion To split light into the colors of the rainbow.
Distance (D) The distance from the light source to the working plane.
Downlight (Can, High Hat) Small luminaire, which distributes the light
downward, usually recessed in the ceiling.
Glossary 81 80 Glossary
Efficacy Of a source. Efficacy is the rate at which bulb is able to convert
electrical power (watts) into light (lumens), expressed as lumens per
watt. Divide light produced (lumens) by the power consumed (watts).
Lumens/watts = LPW. Units lumen per watt, LPW, lm/W.
Efficiency Often misused term in lighting, to describe lumens per watt;
the correct term is efficacy. See efficacy.
Electric Discharge The passage of an electric current through gases and
vapors. This results in the emission of electromagnetic radiation (light).
Electromagnetic Spectrum A continuum of electric and magnetic radiation
that can be characterized by wavelength or frequency. Visible light
encompasses a small part of the electromagnetic spectrum in the region
from about 380 nanometers (violet) to 770 nanometers (red) by wavelength.
Electronic Ballast A short name for a fluorescent high frequency electronic
ballast. Electronic ballasts use solid state electronic components and
typically operate fluorescent bulbs at frequencies in the range of 2535
kHz. The benefits are: increased bulb efficacy, reduced ballast losses, and
lighter, smaller ballasts compared to electromagnetic ballasts.
Emergency Lighting Lighting provided for use when the supply to the
normal lighting fails.
Energy Policy Act (EPACT) Comprehensive energy legislation passed
by the US Congress in 1992. The lighting portion includes bulb labeling
and minimum energy efficacy (lumens/watt) requirements for many
commonly used incandescent and fluorescent bulb types. Similar
legislation is being proposed in Canada.
Escape Lighting That part of the emergency lighting provided to ensure
that an escape route can be effectively identified and used in case of
failure of the normal lighting system.
Federal Communications Commission A US Federal Agency which is
charged with regulating emissions in the radio frequency portion of the
electromagnetic spectrum. For example, a regulation entitled, Part 18
deals with electromagnetic interference (EMI) from all lighting devices
operating at frequencies higher than 9 kilohertz (kHz). Typical
electronically-ballasted compact fluorescent bulbs operate in the range
of 24100 kHz.
Flicker Impression of fluctuating brightness or color.
Floodlight 1) A fixture designed for floodlighting, usually capable of being
pointed in any direction and of weatherproof construction. 2) A bulb
with a wide beam of light usually greater than 20 beam spread.
Fluorescent Lamp Discharge lamp of the low-pressure mercury type in
which most of the light is emitted by a layer of fluorescent material excited
by the ultraviolet radiation from the discharge. For example: F40T12.
Footcandle The unit of measure for the density of light on a surface
unique to the USA. One footcandle is equal to one lumen per foot
(lm/ft
2
). One footcandle = 10.674 lux.
Full Spectrum Lighting There is no official definition of the term full
spectrum but most agree that it is a source that has a cool temperature
and a high color rendering that mimics natural daylight. Philips Colortone
50 or C50 is described as a full spectrum light source.
Fuse Safety device to prevent excess current flow.
General Lighting (Ambient Lighting) Lighting designed to deliver a
predominately uniform level of light throughout an area.
Glare Glare is an interference with visual perception caused by an
uncomfortably bright light source or reection within ones eld of
view; a form of visual noise. In its simplest form, glare (unwanted light) is
a consequence of the human eye to adapt to different light levels. In the
case of glare, the eye adapts to the high level of the glare source, which
makes it difcult to perceive details in the now too dark work area.
Direct Glare: Glare resulting from high luminances in the visual
environment that are directly visible from a viewers position; such
as an insufciently shielded luminaire.
Reected Glare or Veiling Reection: A reection of incident light
that partially or totally obscures the details to be seen on a surface by
reducing the contrast.
Discomfort Glare: Glare which is distracting or uncomfortable
(subjective), which interferes with the perception of visual information,
but which does not signicantly reduce visual performance.
Disability Glare: The effect of light which signicantly reduces visual
performance and perception; such as car high beams in your face on a
dark country road.
Group Relamping An economical method to predict bulb life and
replace all bulbs at one time. Saves time and money.
Halogen Lamp Gas-filled bulb containing a tungsten filament and
a proportion of halogen gas. The halogen gas recycles evaporated
particles of tungsten back onto the filament surface.
Heat Measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs). Unit BTUs per
hour=watts x 3.413.
High Intensity Discharge Lamps (HID) HID lamps include groups of
lamps known as Mercury Vapor, Metal Halide, and High Pressure Sodium.
High Pressure Mercury (Vapor) Lamp A long life bulb, with or without a
coating of phosphor, in which an arc flowing through mercury vapor
produces a bluish-white light. Deluxe phosphor coated bulbs have a
higher CRI.
High Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS) A high efficiency and long life bulb
in which an arc flowing through sodium vapor produces a yellow light.
Hot Re-Strike Time In HID lamps, the amount of time after a momentary
power interruption to return of full light output. Ranges from 115
minutes or more, depending on bulb type and fixture.
Glossary 83 82 Glossary
Illuminance The total density of visible lightfrom all directions
illuminating, falling on or incident to, a surface. Standard unit of measure
for illuminance is LUX (lx) which is lumens per square meter (lm/m
2
).
See Footcandle.
Illumination Application of light to a scene, objects or their surroundings
so that they may be seen.
Incandescent (electric) Lamp Lamp in which light is produced by heating
a filament to incandescence by the passage of an electric current.
Indirect Light On a surface. The light received by the surface from a
lighting installation after reflection from other surfaces.
Indirect Lighting Lighting by means of fixtures or luminaires that have
90100 percent of the light reaching the working plane indirectly or
reflected from the ceiling or walls.
Infrared Radiation Long wavelengths of energy, that heat objects instantly.
Instant-start Lamp Fluorescent lamp designed to start without reheating
of the electrodes. Usually has a single pin and starts instantly.
Intensity (I) Of a source in a given direction. Used mainly in directional
light sources; the strength of the beam. Unit candela, cd.
Inverse Square LawThis law says that the measured ux density from
a light source decreases along any line from the source. It falls off in
proportion to the square of the relative distance traversed. Thus the
illuminance measurement 2 feet from the light source will be
1
4 of the
measurement 1 foot from the sourcenot
1
2.
Kilowatt (Kw) A measure of electrical power equal to 1000 watts.
Kilowatt Hour (kWh) The measure of electrical energy from which
electricity billing is determined. For example, at the rate of $0.10 per
kWh, a 100 watt lamp operating for 2000 hours will cost $20.00
(100x 2000/1000 = 200 kWh x .10 = $20.00)
Lamp An artificial source of light commonly referred to as a bulb. Also
portable luminaire equipped with a cord and a plug.
Lamp Mortality See Mortality Rate.
Light Radiant energy that stimulates the sense of sight. The visible part
of the electromagnetic spectrum from 380770 nm. Light is the energy
which allows us to see.
Light Output Amount of light produced by a light source such as a lamp.
Measured in lumens or candlepower.
Lighting (or illumination) Application of light to a scene, objects, or their
surroundings so that they may be seen.
Louvre Shield made of translucent or opaque material and positioned
to prevent bulbs from being directly visible over a given angle.
Low Pressure Sodium Lamp (LPS) The most efficient man made light
source. LPS only produces yellow light therefore it has a 0 CRI.
Example: A SOX lamp.
Lumen (lm) SI unit of luminous ux. Photometrically, it is the luminous
ux emitted within a unit solid angle (lsr) by a point source having a
uniform luminous intensity of 1 cd. orThe SI unit for measuring the
ux of light being produced by a light source or received by a surface.
Luminaire (light xture) A complete lighting unit which consists of
lamp(s), ballast(s)if applicableas well as mechanism for light
distribution, lamp protection and alignment and connection to power.
Luminance (L) In a given direction, the amount of light coming off of
the surface. Unit candela per square foot, cd/ft
2
.
Lux (FC) The metric unit of illuminance. The amount of lumens falling
on an area measured in square meters. One lumen falling on one square
meter is equal to one lux.
Maximum Beam Candlepower (MBCP) The maximum intensity
of the beam in a given direction. Usually in the center of the beam.
Unit candela, cd.
Mercury Vapor Lamp A high-pressure mercury bulb in which the light is
produced by the mercury vapor and sometimes by a layer of fluorescent
material on the inner surface of the outer bulb excited by the ultraviolet
radiation of the discharge.
Metal Halide Lamp Discharge bulb that produces a white light with
good color rendering and high efficiency.
Maximum Overall Length (MOL) Maximum Overall Length is measured
from the top of the bulb to bottom of the base.
Mortality Rate The number of operating hours elapsed before a certain
percentage of the bulbs fail.
Mounting Height The distance between fixtures and the working plane.
Operating Current Current in amps consumed by a bulb at rated watts.
Operating Voltage Voltage at rated watts after a bulb fully warms.
PAR Lamps Parabolic Aluminized Reflector bulbs which offer excellent
beam control, come in a variety of beam patterns from spot to flood,
and can be used outdoors unprotected because they are made of
hard glass that can withstand adverse weather.
Parabolic A concave mirror, the reflecting surface of which has the shape
of a paraboloid, capable of focusing rays parallel to its axis to a point.
Peak intensity The luminous intensity of a luminaire or bulb in the
direction of the beam axis.
Pendant (Pendant) Luminaire Luminaire provided with a cord, chain, tube,
etc. which enables it to be suspended from a ceiling or other support.
Point Source A source of light in which the dimensions are small,
compared with the distance between the source and the working
surface. Produces sharp shadows.
Glossary 85 84 Glossary
Power Factor Power factor in lighting is primarily applicable to ballasts.
It is the ration of watts over volts multiplied by amperes. Since volts and
watts are fixed, amperes (the current) will go up as the power factor
goes down. This necessitates the use of larger wire sizes to carry the
increased amount of current needed with low power factor ballasts as
compared to high power factor ballasts.
Preheat Fluorescent Lamp A fluorescent bulb designed for operation
on a circuit requiring a manual starting switch or a starter to preheat
the electrodes in order to start the arc.
QL Induction Lamp (System) A super long life bulb (system), based on
the low-pressure mercury discharge principle, but without electrodes,
in which the ionization of the gas within a discharge vessel is brought
about by the induction of a high-frequency electromagnetic field. Philips
QL System file = 100,000 hours.
R lamps Reflectorized bulbs available in spot (clear face) and flood
(frosted face).
Radiation Emission or transfer of energy in the form of electromagnetic
waves or particles.
Rapid Start Fluorescent Lamp A fluorescent bulb designed for operation
with a ballast that provides a low-voltage winding for preheating the
electrodes and initiating the arc without a starter or the application of
high voltage. Takes about one second to start.
Recessed Luminaire Luminaire mounted above the ceiling or behind a
wall or other surface so that any visible projection is insignificant.
Reflectance Ration of the reflected light to the incident light on a surface.
Reflected Glare Glare resulting from reflections of high brightness
sources in polished or glossy surfaces in the field of view.
Reflection Light striking a surface is either absorbed, transmitted, or
reflected. Reflected light is that which bounces off the surface, and it
can be classified as specular or diffuse reflection. Specular reflection
is characterized by light rays which strike and leave a surface at equal
angles. Diffuse reflection leaves a surface in all directions.
Reflector Device in which the phenomenon of reflection is used to alter
the distribution of the light source.
Reflector Lamp Lamp in which part of the bulb is coated with a reflecting
material, either diffuse or specular, so as to control the light. Example: R,
BR, PAR bulbs.
Re-strike Time The time it takes for a bulb to re-strike after a power
interruption. In most HID bulbs, if the bulb is at full brightness and the
power is removed for even a split second, the bulb will extinguish and
will have to cool down before it restrikes, which can take between 115
minutes depending on bulb type, wattage and fixture variables.
Retina Membrane at the back of the eye which is sensitive to light
stimuli and containing photoreceptors (cones and rods) and nerve
cells that transmit the stimulation to the optic nerve.
Rod Photoreceptors in the retina containing light-sensitive pigments.
Rods probably play no part in color discrimination.
Rough Service Lamps Incandescent bulbs designed with extra filament
supports to withstand bumps, shocks, and vibrations.
SAD Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression, a feeling of
lethargy, that may be related to the reduction of sunlight as days grow
shorter. Also known as Winter Time Blues or Cabin Fever. It is
sometimes treated with Full Spectrum lighting.
Shielding An arrangement of light-controlling material to prevent direct
view of the light source.
Spacing The distance between the centers of two successive luminaires
in an installation.
Spacing to Mounting Height Ratio (S/M) The ratio of the distance between
luminaire centers to the height above the work plane. Gives the maximum
spacing of luminaires at which even illumination will be provided.
Speed of Light Approximately 186,000 miles per second.
Spill Light The scattered light of a floodlight falling outside the beam that
is usually considered wasted light.
Spotlight A (small) projector giving concentrated light usually not more
than 20 beam spread.
Stand-by Lighting That part of emergency lighting that enables normal
activities to continue substantially unchanged.
Starter Device for starting a fluorescent bulb that provides for the
necessary preheating of the electrodes and/or causes a voltage surge
in combination with the series ballast.
Task Lighting Lighting designed for a specic visible operation which
requires higher light levels; most often characterized by proximity
to that task.
TCLP Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure. A US Environmental
Protection Agency test for non-hazardous waste, a test designed to
measure substances that might dissolve into the ecosystem. Philips
ALTO bulbs pass this test.
Transformer Device used to raise or lower voltage to a bulb.
Transmission Passage of light through a material.
Troffer A long, recessed luminaire usually installed with the opening
flush with the ceiling.
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Tungsten-Halogen Lamp A gas filled incandescent bulb with a tungsten
filament containing a certain proportion of halogens (usually bromine).
Ultraviolet Radiation Invisible radiation in which the wavelengths are
shorter than those for visible radiation.
Uniformity A measure of the variation of light over a given area
expressed as either: 1. The ratio of the minimum to the maximum
illuminance, 2. The ratio of the minimum to the average illuminance.
Valance Lighting Lighting system comprising light sources shielded by
a panel parallel to the wall at the top of a window.
Visible Radiation Any radiation capable of causing a visual sensation directly.
Visual System The group of structures comprising the eye, the optic
nerve, and certain parts of the brain, which is responsible for seeing.
Warm-up Time The amount of time from turn-on to 90% light output.
Watt Unit used to measure electric power consumed by a bulb or any
electrical device.
Wavelength Distance of a periodic wave between two successive points
at which the phase is the same. Unit meter, m.
Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation Radiant energy in the range of about
100380 nanometers (nm). For practical applications, the UV band
is broken down further as follows:
Ozone-producing: 180220 nm
Bactericidal (germicidal): 220300 nm
Erythermal (skin reddening): 280320 nm
Black Light: 320400 nm
Underwriter Laboratories (UL) A private organization which tests and lists
electrical (and other) equipment for electrical and fire safety according
to recognized UL and other standards. A UL listing is not an indication
of overall performance. Bulbs are not UL listed except for integrated
compact fluorescent bulbs those with screw bases and built-in ballasts.
Volt (V) The unit for measuring electric potential. It defines the force or
pressure of electricity.
WISO With Industry Superior Optics. A segmented parabolic reflector
designed specifically for an axially mounted halogen capsule. Produces
an extremely smooth, round beam with high efficiency.
Work (or working) Plane Reference surface defined as the plane at
which work is usually done. Example: The table top is the working plane.
Zenith The direction directly above the luminaire.
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