The Advantages of Magnetic Induction Lamps:
• Long lifespan due to the lack of electrodes - between 65,000 and 100,000 hours depending on the lamp model;
• Very high energy conversion efficiency of between 62 and 87 Lumens/watt [higher wattage lamps are more energy efficient];
• High power factor due to the low loss in high frequency electronic ballasts which are 98% efficient;
• Minimal Lumen depreciation (declining light output with age) compared to other lamp types as filament evaporation and depletion is absent;
• “Instant-on” and hot re-strike, unlike most conventional lamps used in commercial/industrial lighting applications (Sodium vapors and Metal Halides);
• Environmentally friendly as induction lamps use less energy, and generally use less mercury per hour of operation that conventional lighting due to their long lifespan. The mercury is in a solid form and can be easily recovered if the lamp is broken, or for recycling at end-of-life;
These benefits offer a considerable cost savings of around 50% in energy and maintenance costs for induction lamps compared to other types of lamps that they replace.
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