Low-Wattage Metal Halide Lighting
Looks like metal halide could be the next big thing in residential lighting.
The darling of designers has been halogen lighting for its sparkling intense light.
A new study shows that energy-efficient small metal halide bulbs can replace halogen, compact fluorescent and incandescent.
"Low-wattage metal halide lighting systems offer high-intensity light output in a small, energy-efficient, package. Recent developments in the technology have broadened their range of applications, replacing higher wattage incandescent lamps, PAR halogen lamps, and compact fluorescent lamps in recessed downlighting, accent lighting, and retail lighting. Low-wattage metal halide lighting systems provide good color rendering properties and good optical control."
This set of images is from Venture Lighting. The center image is a proprietary product they are making for commercial use (the wattage is way to much for residential).
Peggy
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I've been trying to find information about ceramic metal halide (cmh) lighting since it is about 20% more efficient than incandescent lighting. I'm not having much luck finding information on replacement bulbs. I'm looking for a good track solution.
ReplyDeleteTake a look at the study link Ann. At the end of the PDF there are participating manufacturer details.
ReplyDeleteAfter all to hoohaw on LEDs I am reluctant to try to beat the market on using these things....Best to have patience and wait until manufacturing catches up with desire.
Let me know if you find anything currently usable.
Peggy