Halogen lamps are incandescent lamps, but the glass bulb is filled with an inert gas. This heats the filament to a much higher temperature and shines brighter. Halogen lamps are more economical than regular ones. In addition, the application of bromine on the inside of the bulb prevents the glass from darkening over time.
Halogen lighting is closest to sunlight, so it is beneficial for our psyche, especially on gloomy days. The lamps are small and powerful - which is why they are a favorite of designers.
Halogen light is environmentally friendly and stands out for its brightness. It creates rich contrast and illuminates rooms with a clean and bright atmosphere.
WHAT MAKES A HALOGEN BULB SUPERIOR TO A ORDINARY BULB?
Halogen lamps are suitable replacements for ordinary incandescent lamps, surpassing them in terms of energy efficiency, nominal life and brightness. As ordinary incandescent lamps are gradually being phased out, their halogen substitutes are successfully establishing themselves on the market. They are completely identical in terms of parameters to ordinary incandescent lamps, but have many advantages. Due to this identity, there is no need to convert the lighting fixture after replacing an ordinary lamp with its analogous halogen one.
The halogen bulb is also known as quartz halogen and tungsten halogen lamp. It is an advanced form of the well-known incandescent bulb. The halogen bulb has a tungsten filament, similar to a standard incandescent bulb, but the lamp is much smaller for the same wattage and contains halogen gas in the bulb. A common glass bulb is made of fused quartz, high-silica glass or aluminosilicate. The halogen bulb is stronger than standard glass to withstand high pressure. The temperature rises sharply. Halogens boil to a gas at relatively low temperatures. Halogen is a monovalent element that readily forms negative ions. There are five halogen elements: fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine and astatine. The halogen bulb has a compact size and high light output.
TYPES OF BASES FOR HALOGEN BULBS
G4, G9 and G6.35 Capsule type lamps:
They are mainly used for suspended ceilings as freckles for basic or additional lighting. Capsule lamps with a G4 base are most often found at 12 V (there are also other voltages, but they are for special or medical purposes). Lamps with a G9 base are only at 220 V, and lamps with a G6.35 can be at 12 and 220 V. Due to the fact that they are halogen and develop high temperatures during operation, it is mandatory, when installed, not to touch them with your hands, but to place them using nylon or paper so that there is no direct contact with the skin. The contact of the glass bulb of the lamp with the skin would lead to leaving greasy marks on the lamp, which in turn would drastically shorten its life.
GU10 and G5.3 socket lamps, type Luna:
Lamps of this type are mainly used for suspended ceilings in the form of freckles for basic or additional lighting. They can also be placed on the wall to highlight decoration. GU10 base lamps are only 220 V, and G5.3 lamps are 12 V. They emit directed light at about 120° and are suitable for illuminating objects.
WHY CHOOSE A HALOGEN BULB?
Are you looking for instant full brightness after switching on? Then halogen is the bulb for you! Here's why:
- Unmatched light quality with excellent color rendering
- Instant light with no warm-up time
- Stable light at high brightness
- Fully adjustable (0 to 100%) for all brightness levels
- Lack of ultraviolet radiation
- Up to 30% energy savings
- Low replacement costs thanks to longer life
- Compact size, easy to place
- Lifespan longer than conventional incandescent bulbs
