Discharge lamps
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Welcome to the Discharge Lamps section of Elettroclick, your trusted online shop for high-quality professional electrical material. Our range of discharge lamps is synonymous with reliability and superior performance, ideal for technical and professional contexts where re-lamping can be complex and expensive.
The discharge lamps we offer are designed to ensure long life and stable , powerful lighting, making them the perfect choice for industrial, commercial and public environments. These lamps are particularly appreciated for their ability to provide intense and constant lighting, minimizing the need for maintenance and replacement.
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Discharge Lamps: What They Are and What They Are Used For
Discharge lamps are a category of lamps that produce light through a discharge of ionized gas. Inside these lamps, the passage of electric current through a gas (such as mercury, sodium or metal halides) generates plasma, which in turn emits light. Discharge lamps are widely used in outdoor and industrial applications due to their high luminous efficiency and long life. They are commonly used to illuminate streets, public areas, stadiums, warehouses and large commercial areas. They offer an intense and powerful light output, making them the ideal choice for environments that require wide coverage and high visibility.
Discharge Lamps: How They Work
The operation of discharge lamps is based on the ionization of a gas or a mixture of gases inside a sealed glass tube. Here is a detailed description of the process:
- Ignition: When electric current is applied to the electrodes inside the lamp, this current begins to ionize the gas present in the tube. This process generally requires a high initial voltage which is supplied by a reactor or ballast.
- Gas Ionization: The current ionizes the gas, creating plasma. This ionization produces a large number of free electrons and positive ions, which collide with the atoms of the gas, exciting them.
- Light Emission: Excited atoms release energy in the form of visible light when they return to their normal energy state. The specific composition of the gas determines the spectrum of light emitted. For example, sodium lamps produce a characteristic orange light, while mercury lamps emit a bluish white light.
- Stabilization: Once the lamp is turned on, the ballast continues to regulate the current to maintain a stable and constant discharge, thus ensuring continuous, quality light.
Discharge lamps are distinguished by their high luminous efficiency, long life and ability to illuminate large areas with intense light. However, warm-up time to reach maximum brightness and the need for auxiliary equipment (such as ballasts) are factors to consider during selection and installation.
With proper maintenance and setup, discharge lamps represent an excellent solution for applications requiring powerful illumination and long life, offering a safe and effective investment for a variety of environments.
The Best Brands of Discharge Lamps
Choosing high-quality discharge lamps can make a big difference in terms of luminous efficiency, durability and reliability. On Elettroclick, we offer products from the best brands in the sector, guaranteeing excellent performance for every application. Here are some of the best brands of discharge lamps available:
- Philips: A world leader in lighting, Philips offers a wide range of discharge lamps, known for their durability and high quality. Philips discharge lamps are appreciated for their energy efficiency and excellent light output.
- Osram: Renowned for innovation and reliability, Osram produces discharge lamps that offer bright, constant light. Ideal for street, industrial and commercial lighting, Osram guarantees long-lasting and high-performance products.
- GE Lighting: GE Lighting is known for its long experience in the industry and the superior quality of its products. GE discharge lamps are synonymous with efficiency and resistance, ideal for a wide range of applications.
- Sylvania: Part of the Feilo Sylvania group, this brand offers discharge lamps with excellent performance and long life. Sylvania lighting solutions are designed to guarantee efficiency and reliability in any context.
- Venture Lighting: Specializing in discharge lamps, Venture Lighting offers products that combine advanced technology and superior quality. Ideal for industrial and commercial applications, Venture lamps are designed to offer high light performance and long life.
These brands represent the best in the discharge lamp sector, guaranteeing high quality products that satisfy the most diverse needs. At Elettroclick, we are committed to providing only the best to our customers, ensuring discharge lamps that offer reliability, energy efficiency and excellent performance for every application.
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