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Fluorescent lighting has been around for over 100 years.<\/span><\/p>\n When compared to incandescent lighting, florescent lights have long been touted as energy-efficient<\/span><\/p>\n , longer-lasting, and a great way to illuminate large spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n However, as the Light-Emitting Diode (LED) continues to evolve, <\/span><\/p>\n many experts and business owners have found sound reasoning in switching to this modern lighting. <\/span><\/p>\n Below, our experts here at Action Services Group help explain why it may <\/span><\/p>\n be time for you to invest in LED technology in our latest blog LED vs. Fluorescent Tubes.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As such, they produce light through the use of a type of gas-discharge. <\/span><\/p>\n Fluorescent lights typically consist of a glass outer tube that encases a thinner arc<\/span><\/p>\n tube that is internally treated with a fluorescent coating. Within this arc tube, an inert mercury gas is contained.<\/span><\/p>\n When an electrical charge is supplied to the arc tube, it excites the mercury gas and releases ultraviolet (UV) radiation.<\/span><\/p>\n When the UV radiation interacts with the fluorescent coating, it creates light. <\/span><\/p>\n Standard linear fluorescent lights are typically available in tubes that measure 48- to 84 inches in length.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n While modern technology has created subsets of fluorescent lighting,<\/span><\/p>\n it is not uncommon for users to mistake CFLs for linear fluorescent lights.<\/span><\/p>\n CFL, which stands for Compact Fluorescent Light, are smaller versions of the standard fluorescent lighting we are talking about.<\/span><\/p>\n While CFLs are available in linear shapes, they are more commonly coiled in appearance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When it comes to retrofitting an older system or installing a new one, cost savings is often one of the biggest factors. <\/span><\/p>\n When talking about lighting installations, the overall cost impacts<\/span><\/p>\n need to take into account the overall energy consumption costs as well as those related to maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n Let\u2019s take a closer look at how LED vs. fluorescent tubes stack up when it comes to cost savings.<\/span><\/p>\n We have noted that florescent lights are considered more efficient than incandescent bulbs. <\/span><\/p>\n However, nothing beats the energy savings when it comes to an LED. Fluorescent lights are omnidirectional. <\/span><\/p>\n This means they emit light a full 360 degrees around the bulb itself.<\/span><\/p>\n LED lights are one-directional, meaning they emit light in a focused 110-degree area. <\/span><\/p>\n But what does this mean to you? Fluorescent lights will rely on the use of a reflecting plate.<\/span><\/p>\n This causes an immediate reduction in lighting quality by 15%.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to this, a fluorescent bulb relies on heat to produce the UV radiation from mercury gases. <\/span><\/p>\n When light is emitted in an omnidirectional manner, it means that heat escapes from all sides as well.<\/span><\/p>\n This results in more power being needed to maintain the same level of lighting.<\/span><\/p>\n LEDs, on the other hand, do not require any heat to produce light and emit very little of it while in use.<\/span><\/p>\n (Want an additional cost savings? By reducing the heat emitted by your lighting sources, <\/span><\/p>\n you can also expect to decrease your air-conditioning use!) Additionally, fluorescent lights need time to warm up. <\/span><\/p>\n While today\u2019s technology has led to the development of florescent bulbs that warm up rapidly,<\/span><\/p>\n they still suffer from a delay in reaching maximum illumination.<\/span><\/p>\n LEDs reach full illumination immediately, <\/span><\/p>\n meaning energy is not wasted on bringing the lamp up to the required temperature <\/span><\/p>\n to produce mercury gas-based UV radiation. <\/span><\/p>\n Because lighting accounts for almost 40% of your entire power bill, <\/span><\/p>\n every second you can cut down on powering light fixtures means money you save. <\/span><\/p>\n Based on the direction, loss of heat, and reflection reductions \u2013 <\/span><\/p>\n LED lights provide almost 70% more light when supplied with the same amount of energy as a fluorescent tube.<\/span><\/p>\n When it comes to linear LED vs linear fluorescent lamp maintenance, LEDs again take the lead. <\/span><\/p>\n Fluorescent tubes typically last between 3 and 5 years. <\/span><\/p>\n However, because the internal ballast is rather fragile,<\/span><\/p>\n should that component be damaged in any way, the lamp will no longer work. Should the ballast not be damaged,<\/span><\/p>\n a fluorescent tube shows signs of light degradation as it nears the end of its lifespan.<\/span><\/p>\n As the tube begins to die, the ends will blacken and the light will flicker,<\/span><\/p>\n which can cause <\/span>health issues<\/span> for those exposed to it. <\/span><\/p>\n (Headaches, migraines, eye issues, and epileptic seizures are just some of the potential concerns.<\/span>)<\/span><\/p>\n LEDs, however, last between 50,000 and 100,000 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n Made of more robust materials and a simple solid-state diode assembly,<\/span><\/p>\n LEDs are extremely durable and can withstand much more abuse and vibration than fluorescent lamps can.<\/span><\/p>\n In fact, some linear LED manufacturers are so confident in their durability,<\/span><\/p>\n they even offer a 10-year warranty on their lamps.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n At the end of the day, whether you damage the ballast of a fluorescent tube or not,<\/span><\/p>\n you will need to replace it 3.5 times more often than you will need to replace an LED.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Why?<\/span><\/p>\n We have already discussed how robust an LED light is when compared to a fluorescent lamp.<\/span><\/p>\n However, the spectrum of light that is available from LEDs far exceeds what is available through its fluorescent counterpart. <\/span><\/p>\n Because of its inherent design, the entire color wheel is represented through the diodes used in an LED.<\/span><\/p>\n This allows it to produce all shades of color, including even the slightest variations between bright white and natural light. <\/span><\/p>\n Fluorescent lighting, however, utilizes the blue, green and red color wheel. <\/span><\/p>\n This gives the lighting an extremely artificial feel and has been known<\/span><\/p>\n to increase the likelihood of headaches and eye problems. Furthermore, <\/span><\/p>\n it can skew the colors of objects under them. <\/span><\/p>\n Depending on what your business does, this can be an issue.<\/span><\/p>\n Fluorescent lights produce between 50 and 100 lumens per watt. <\/span><\/p>\n By comparison, LEDs can produce roughly 130 lumens per watt.<\/span><\/p>\n For example, a T5HO Commercial LED tube light uses only 25 watts to produce an output of 3334 lumens. <\/span><\/p>\n In other words, LEDs require fewer watts to produce a brighter light.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0Facebook<\/strong> page here<\/a>.<\/p>\nWhat Is A Linear or Tube Fluorescent Light?<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Fluorescent lights are part of the High-Intensity Discharge (HID) family. <\/span><\/p>\nCFL: A Compact Variant<\/span><\/h4>\n
LED vs. Fluorescent Tubes Cost Savings<\/span><\/h3>\n
Energy Savings<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Maintenance Savings<\/span><\/h4>\nLED vs. Fluorescent Tubes Quality of Light<\/span><\/h3>\n
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When it comes to the expected quality of LED vs fluorescent tubes, experts again recommend LEDs for all our lighting needs.<\/span><\/p>\nPerformance<\/span><\/h4>\n
Lumens<\/span><\/h4>\n
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