Since the time of Edison, our understanding of light and lighting fixtures has evolved. Thanks to persistent technological advancements, lighting is now more versatile, functional, and affordable. Today, we have a plethora of lighting options and bulbs to choose from - incandescent, halogen, fluorescent, CFL, LED bulb, and now Integrated LED lighting.
LED lighting is touted as the most energy-efficient and long-lasting option LED produces the same amount of light as an incandescent bulb for less money and energy. LED diodes produce streamlined and uni-directional light, consuming less energy while emitting better quality light output. As a result, the EU banned the import of halogen bulbs in 2018 and they are becoming less popular and harder to locate here in the US. The benefits of LED lighting are carried forward with the use of integrated LED lighting.
Integrated LED lighting is fast becoming a standard with fan and lighting manufacturers bringing all the great benefits to home and business owners.
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Integrated LED vs LED lighting
So, what is the difference between integrated LED light and singular LED light?
The answer lies in ‘what does integrated LED mean?
Integrated LED lighting has an array of LED light diodes integrated or fixed on it that cannot be easily removed but work together to give a fuller, purer light output. Unlike the traditional light coming from a singular source (bulb) in the fixture, the light source is combined in a single component; fixture and light source (LED). So, the only difference between the two lies between having a bulb or a diode array.
The integrated LED light fixture is directly connected to the low or line-volt electrical systems that send an electrical current to the LED microchips. This, in turn, combines to create white light. They are pre-designed to provide a specific color and lumen output.
Read the related blogs on Color Temperature (Kelvin) to understand the relation between Kelvin, Lumens, watts, and the concept of Correlated Color Temperature (CCT).
The versatility of LED lighting design allows fixtures to push design quality improving the aesthetic of household lighting, ceiling fans, and recessed luminaires. LED lighting can be as simple as a strip applied under or inside cabinets or as elaborate and extensive as a decorative chandelier. Irrespective of the scale, the integrated LED combines the performance of LED lights with a uniqueness in design that makes them outshine other standard fixtures.
These LED lights showcase modern and minimalist styles embodying pure simplicity in design, giving character to the architectural form without any ornate embellishments. With a cleaner, clearer, and more open area, the space wears a more relaxed yet sophisticated ambiance. The integrated LEDs have been able to transform minimalist style in an artistic way.
Advantages of Design with Integrated LED
1. Lesser Energy wastage:
LED lights use diodes to produce streamlined and uni-directional light, which cuts down energy and light wastage. Integrated LED lighting has LED lights directly fixed to the low or line-volt electrical systems (fixture) which makes them even more energy-efficient, more energy saving than traditional bulbs and emit less heat.
Comparatively, traditional incandescent bulbs use heat to produce light that spreads in all directions and thus are heavily dependent on reflectors and diffusers to reflect the light in the desired direction. In the process, more than 50 percent of the light may never leave the fixture.
To mention, incandescent bulbs release 90% of their energy as heat, and CFLs release about 80% of their energy as heat, as compared to LED which gives out approximately 30% of energy as heat.
2. More Creative Space:
Integrated LED bulbs are much smaller in size which has pushed the creative horizons to design and manufacture lighting fixtures like never before. They can be installed in low-profile as flush mount ceiling lights or recessed lights. In kitchens, its functionality as cabinet lighting is perfect as task lighting for sensitive tasks there. The versatility has infused innovation and quirkiness in lighting schemes. The chandeliers, pendant lights, wall sconces, flush mount, and semi-flush mount ceiling lights with integrated LED lights are no less than artwork.
On a more practical side, LED has also allowed smaller, tighter ‘wasted’ spaces, especially those which are otherwise normally left in the dark or dimly lit to be illuminated quite easily
3. Longer Lifespan
‘How long do integrated led lights last’ concerns consumers when they are considering switching to them.
The duo - low volt line and LED lighting, coming together in integrated LED lighting have created a power-packed combination, increasing the longevity even more. The average LEDs last over 30,000 hours which is 3 to 5 times longer than a CFL and 30 times longer than an incandescent bulb.
4. Longevity
Increased lifespan means lesser frequent replacement requirements. Given the lifespan, if you use LED for 5 hours daily, it will last up to 16 years! This makes LEDs a good investment over the years.
5. Smart Controls
The LEDs can easily be incorporated into a smart home as it allows maximum control over light output. They are often compatible with dimmer switches or remote control to adjust the room’s ambiance to your mood. Ceiling fan manufacturers have started incorporating integrated LED lights in ceiling fans with LED lights which have dimming and more control capabilities.
6. Eco-friendly
One LED can prevent about half of a ton of greenhouse gas emissions in its lifetime as it produces no toxic waste (like other bulbs have mercury and we need to follow proper protocol to dispose of them) and UV emissions making its disposal comparatively easier.
Integrated LED lighting has unveiled the artistic ways the lighting and fan industry can groove in. With an incredibly long lifespan of over 40,000 hours and energy efficiency, the sooner the smarter we make the switch to integrated LED lighting!
