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LED Light Bulbs to Take Over? Tuesday, May 06, 2008 - Sarah Gingichashvili Home >> News >> General Technology   
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The U.S. based “Lighting Science Group (LSG)” has announced the launch of its new line of LED light bulbs. The new product series, which include the industry’s widest line of LED lamps, were specially designed for both commercial and residential lighting applications. Offering what is claimed to be unparalleled light output and requiring no special installation, they match any standard Edison-based socket.
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Light emitting diodes, or LEDs, are widely used today in a variety of devices – they are often integrated in remote controls and toys, and are commonly used for street and traffic lighting. However, so far, LEDs have not become popular in the mainstream consumer market, probably because LED light sources emit strange ‘disturbing’ colors, and because they are significantly more expensive than traditional incandescent light bulbs. LSG says its new LED product line solves both of these issues, delivering a combination of high energy efficiency and light quality in a "cost effective" way.
The company hopes LED lamps’ reduced energy consumption rates will be the key to their future success. According to a recent research, conducted by “productdose.com”, consumers will be looking at $738.40 less in total spending when converting from standard incandescent lamps to LED-based light bulbs. Another research, reported by the Optoelectronics Industry Development Association, concluded that by the year 2025, “rapid adoption of LEDs in the United States alone can eliminate a cumulative 258 million metric tons of carbon emissions, save $115 billion in total electricity costs, and avoid the construction of 133 new power plants.” Such a scenario is not unlikely, especially since there is increasing pressure to establish legislation that would completely outlaw the use of incandescent bulbs.
Some have criticized LSG, saying the current cost of LED bulbs is still too high to attract the majority of the consumer market, since it is necessary to use more than one LED light source to produce enough light for a single room at home or for an office. However, LSG expects that the prices will drop significantly in the upcoming years, and says it is not worried about the starting costs. The announced range of LSG’s LED light sources is currently showcased at the “Light and Building” Exhibition, taking place in Frankfurt, Germany. Be sure to check out our coverage of Sony’s “XEL-1” – the first commercial Organic LED TV to go on sale. For more information on LSG’s products, you can go to the company’s official website. |
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The article states that LED lights consume 80% less eneery that incandescents. That's about the same as compact fluorescent lights. However, compact fluro's only cost about $1 - $2 each. While LEDs may be better for the environment, in these difficult times $1 - $2 versus $40 - $110 for a light bulb is a no-brainer. |
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Only stupid folks would pay $ 50 for a $ 2 product. The market thinks they can overcharge for this technology and not limit acceptance. If they did the opposite they would crush incandescent and fluorescents in an led flash. |
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Very nice article I need it |
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If you need 40 '$2' products to last as long as 1 '$50' product not to mention the reduction in electricy used... hmmmm. I think that is still a good deal, even if they are currently 'overpriced' |
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Organic fruit, hemp clothing and LED light bulbs are great.. But I will not pay ridiculous amounts of money for any of them.. |
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As someone who sells light bulbs for a living, I am really excited about LEDs because of my concerns about the mercury content in compact fluorescent lightbulbs. The development of LED technology presents a viable alternative to compact fluorescents: longer-lasting lightbulbs without dangerous chemical content. |
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This is a very interesting article... the LED bulbs do cost a lot, but they save more with their lifespan and efficency. They also produce brighter and less light, to keep the costs down |
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When, what year in specific, does LSG think that the LED price comes down to the equivalent compact fluro bulb? |
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AS a videographer I need a reliable LED unit atop my camera that will consume as little energy as possible, thus the MR16 is ideal. |
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The price is the price guys. If everyone bought on price, the YUGO would be the best selling car in the world. The Iphone 3g is way over-priced, but people buy it because of what it can do for them. Some people actually want to reduce our dependence on foreign sources of energy. |
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