Types of Light Bulb
Globe LED Bulb
Shaped like incandescent bulbs using LED (light emitting diode) technology instead
of filaments, these bulbs are a great replacement for older ones in your home. They
use a lot less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs and will greatly lower the
cost of lighting for your home or business.
Twisted Fluorescent Lamp
These fluorescent light bulbs use a lot less energy than incandescent bulbs and will
last for a very long time, resulting in large savings during the lifespan of these
bulbs. They work well in both homes and businesses and have brighter or dimmer
variations.
Incandescent Lamp
A filament is heated until it glows and produces the light in these bulbs. These are
being phased out so that more energy-efficient bulbs will be produced instead, but
they last about a year and don’t contain mercury. They also include the added
benefit of having the capacity to be used with a dimmer switch.
Compact Fluorescent Lamp
These compact fluorescent light bulbs will last for thousands of hours and put off
very little heat. Because of the way they are constructed and how they work, they
do tend to cost more than incandescent lamp bulbs. However, they will use less
energy over the period of their life.
Mercury Lamp
These bulbs are very energy efficient, last for an incredibly long period of time, and
produce high quality and bright light. They’re great for overhead lighting, outdoor
lighting, and for use as spotlights in sports complexes or other places.
Tube Fluorescent Lamp
These bulbs are generally more expensive to buy than those that use a traditional
incandescent bulb. However, since they have such a long lifespan, they tend to pay
for themselves over time. They do provide a strong source of light. Unfortunately,
as they age, they may begin to flicker and will need to be replaced.
Flame Shaped Bulb
These bulbs are great for use in chandeliers or lamps that have the appearance of
candlesticks. This bulb type creates a cozy light source and does well as accent
lighting, due to the way they mimic actual flames due to their shape. Some can be
dimmed, but others can’t, so it’s important to consider if you’ll need to dim the
lights. The interesting shape and design adds a lot of complexity to your lighting.
LED Bulb
LED lighting is energy-efficient and however this light bulb type is expensive to buy,
but inexpensive to use. They put out very little heat, are rugged and difficult to
break, and have a lower risk of starting a fire. You can’t always dim them, and
sometimes they do not produce the same amount or quality of bright white light
that incandescent bulbs do but if you’re looking for solid light output then an LED
light bulb might be the best way to go.
Dimmer Switch
Dimmer switches are a great way to have more control over the brightness in your
home or office. They usually replace the light switch that you already have and can
be quickly wired into the wall to give you instant control over the output of light in
your home.
Fluorescent Lamp
Fluorescent lighting might not be the most ambient, but it is surely one of the more
effective. These bent light bulbs offer the same benefits as fluorescent bulbs or a
fluorescent tube in your favorite lamp. They’re a very strong and reliable source of
light and will keep your workspace nice and bright so that you can see clearly. Due
to their unique shape, they can’t be used in every application but will work perfectly
in the right lamps.
Spotlight Bulbs
These strong bulbs are generally used in a spotlight by both homeowners and
business owners. It provides accent lighting for rooms and outdoor fixtures.
LED Panel
These lights are ideal. While they can be used in kitchens, they are most often used
in offices, retail stores, and schools.
Halogen Lamp
These bulbs use less energy than incandescent bulbs, but they are similar because
they have a filament in them that is heated until it glows. They don’t contain any
mercury and generally last about a year.
Corn Lamp
These bulbs are best for when you need very bright light but want to save money
over traditional high wattage bulbs. They are ideal for outdoor lighting as well as for
a shop or barn.
Diode
These bulbs work really for desk lamps, lighting under cabinets, and task lighting.
They vary in lumens and how long they will last.
Adapter
Adapters are the best way to help maximize how much lighting you can have in
your home without having to install more lights. They are very safe to use and easy
to wire and install. Both polarized and non-polarized versions are available for
purchase.
Circular Fluorescent Lamp
These bulbs give off the brightness of fluorescent light in an even circular shape.
Sodium Lamp
These bulbs come in high and low-pressure options. The high-pressure sodium
bulbs produce light that is reddish-yellow in color, while low-pressure ones produce
a more balanced white light. Sodium in an excited state creates the light in this
bulb.
Reflector
The silver surface on these bulbs works to direct light to a specific area. These are
the best bulbs to use if you want to have spotlights installed in your home because
they are designed to project light in one direction.
LED Strip Light
Not only will you save money by using LED technology, but you will also be able to
enjoy plenty of direct light for the tasks that you are working on. They provide even
light distribution thanks to the acrylic lens and can be used in a number of
applications, such as parking garages, garden centers, and even loading docks.
