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We have all heard the expression ‘light bulbs going pop’, this refers to the vacuum in traditional filament light bulbs being released suddenly.  The gas inside fluorescents can be hazardous so should be disposed of carefully.  What about the safety of LED light bulbs?

LED stands for ‘Light Emitting Diode’, a diode designed to make light at certain wavelengths.  LEDs have been used extensively in instrument panels but have only recently made the move in to more mainstream lighting. They do not need to be placed in a vacuum or in any gas.  LEDs produce as much light as an incandescent light bulb while using less than 20% of the electricity.

LEDs achieve their light output while producing far less heat than an incandescent light bulb. Incandescent and halogen light bulbs produce much more heat than LEDs and it is this heat that can be dangerous in the wrong situation.  The dangers of incandescent and more so Halogen are;

Regardless of the type of bulb, it is essential to install lights and LED bulbs correctly being careful to follow manufacturer’s instructions.  However, given that LED light bulbs are safer than incandescent and halogen because they run at lower temperatures.  Given that LED light bulbs are safer than fluorescent because they do not have dangerous gases.  Given this, LED light bulbs are a safer option than their counterparts with older technology.

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