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Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)

SELV, which stands for Safety Extra Low Voltage , refers to a safety standard for electrical systems operating at low voltage. The idea behind SELV is to minimize the risk...

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Daylight control

Daylight control is a lighting strategy that automatically adjusts the lighting in a room based on the amount of daylight available. The goal of daylight control is to save energy...

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Quality determination of LED panels

The quality of an LED panel is determined by several factors that together influence the performance, durability, and comfort of the lighting. Here are the most important aspects that determine...

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Harmonic distortion

Harmonic distortion (also called current harmonic distortion or voltage distortion ) refers to the distortion of an electrical signal, where the original sine wave is distorted by additional frequencies that...

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GS mark

The GS mark (Geprüfte Sicherheit) is a quality mark that indicates that a product meets the safety standards established in Germany for products marketed. The GS mark is awarded to...

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EEFL (Externally Excited Fluorescent Lamp)

An EEFL (Externally Excited Fluorescent Lamp) is a type of fluorescent lamp powered by an external excitation system, rather than the usual starting mechanisms such as the traditional filament or...

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LED chips

There are several types of LED chips that vary in design, size, light output, and application. The main types of LED chips include SMD LED , COB LED , and...

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KNX

KNX is a globally recognized standard protocol for home automation (smart home technology) used to automate and control various systems within a building, such as lighting, shading, heating, ventilation, air...

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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

The abbreviation CFC stands for chlorofluorocarbons . This is a group of chemicals containing carbon, chlorine, fluorine, and sometimes hydrogen. CFCs were once widely used as refrigerants in air conditioning...

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Housing

The lighting housing plays a crucial role in the functionality, safety, and aesthetics of light fixtures. It is the external shell of a lighting product, such as a lamp, LED...

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Ballast

A ballast is an electrical component used to regulate the current in a lighting application. It is primarily used in gas-discharge lamps such as fluorescent lamps and gas-discharge lamps (such...

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Driver on Board (DoB)

Driver on Board (DoB) refers to a type of light source where the driver (the electronic circuit that controls the power to the light source) is integrated directly into the...

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