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How Does an Energy-Saving Light Bulb Works

How Does an Energy-Saving Light Bulb Works

There are many different light bulbs available on the market, but energy-saving CFLs and LED bulbs have some serious advantages. They use less electricity than traditional incandescent lights, last much longer (a 10-year lifespan for CFLs) and won't break if you drop them. The downside is that they're a little more expensive to buy upfront - an average wattage CFL costs around $3-$5 while LEDs cost about $25-$30 per bulb - but throughout their lifetime, these savings can add up.

 

How does Energy Efficient Light Bulbs Save Money?

These bulbs cost more to buy, but they will save you money in the long run. CFLs and LEDs can each hold an average household around $40-$50 on electricity bills and last for years longer than regular incandescent light bulbs within their first year of use.

A bonus is that these bulbs don't generate as much heat, so they can be used in place of incandescent lights without worrying about increased cooling costs during the summer. Also, if you use your regular light bulbs 24 hours a day (for example, to keep your house lit while you're away on vacation), then energy-efficient light bulbs can save you even more money.

 

How do Energy Saving Light Bulbs work?

Energy-efficient bulbs use about 25 percent of the electricity that incandescent lights consume, resulting in much lower energy bills and a longer lifespan for your light bulb. They also contain an electronic ballast, just like fluorescent bulbs, which last longer than incandescent.

As a result, some energy-efficient bulbs can last more than 25 times longer than traditional incandescent lights, which means less time and money spent on replacing them.

 

Energy Saving Light Bulb Reviews

If you search online for Energy Saver light bulb reviews, you will quickly find that many of the best-selling Energy Saving Light Bulbs are made by Philips. You can find Energy Saver light bulbs in the following product categories:

Incandescent Energy Saving Light Bulbs LED (Light Emitting Diode) Energy Saving Light Bulbs Compact Fluorescent lights or CFLs for short, are usually sold in 4-packs so you can replace all of your old bulbs at once. These bulbs give off a bright white light, and many people like them because they appear more brilliant than the more expensive halogen lights.

We can find energy-saving light bulbs in decorative shapes, such as stars and hearts. They're great for kids' rooms and other areas where you want your lighting to be fun or fanciful! Unlike traditional incandescent bulbs, energy-efficient bulbs need to warm up for a minute or two before they reach full brightness. But once they are warmed up, these lumens lighting don't need to be replaced for ten years or more.

 

How Long Do Energy Saving Light Bulbs work?

The average life of an Energy Saving Light Bulb (ESLB) is 10,000 hours. That's equal to more than 25 years if you use the bulb for 2 hours per day.

Energy-Saving Light Bulbs usually contain mercury, so they must be adequately recycled instead of thrown away in your trash can or recycling bin. Call your local solid waste department or visit Earth911.com to find an eco-friendly recycling center in your area that accepts CFLs.

 

Energy Saving Light Bulb Safety

All Energy Saving Light Bulbs have a built-in glass cover, which protects you against glass shards if the light bulb breaks and reduces fire risk since only the outer coating can burn off. In addition, since mercury-free, you don't have to worry about toxic chemicals seeping into the air if they break in your house or car. Finally, energy Saving Light Bulbs give off a small amount of heat, but this is normal and poses no danger.

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