How to choose LED light bulbs?

Discussion in 'Electricians' Talk' started by LeoLeo, Mar 16, 2016.

  1. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    :eek::oops:
     
  2. JP.

    JP. Screwfix Select

    I want to plant a Victorian style lighting column in a niche at the bottom of my garden Mr K. My original plan was to use caged bottled gas and the associated gas mantle fittings etc ..however if I can emulate gas with a Led mantle this would be far superior - what I have to find out now is if any companies in England supply that type of thing.

    The thing is that it must slightly flicker, and also color rendition is of paramount importance.
     
  3. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Just contact American Gas Lamp Works for stockists
     
  4. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Last edited: Mar 29, 2016
  5. LeoLeo

    LeoLeo New Member

    Would LED candles work for you?
     
  6. JP.

    JP. Screwfix Select

  7. JP.

    JP. Screwfix Select

    I will check up - never thought of Led candles although I do have some in my front room - interestingly enough I keep them on static as the flicker effect is not to good - I note that Mr K has also seen these, (or something in the same ilk) and he didn't think they were very good either in flicker mode. Thanks Leo Leo.
     
  8. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    The only one I found I like are the Simflame version, link posted earlier, again difficult to source here in the UK.
    Had some other make & the flicker effect gave me a headache, outside, might not be an issue.

    But, I still think the Gas Glow LED's would be perfect for your lamp.
     
    Last edited: Apr 1, 2016
  9. LeoLeo

    LeoLeo New Member

    What's the difference between Simflame and Gas Glow?
     
  10. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Simflame is like a flickering candle, Gas Glow is like an old gas mantle.


    Simflame:

    Gas Glow:
     
  11. LeoLeo

    LeoLeo New Member

    Thanks very much KIAB.
     
  12. LeoLeo

    LeoLeo New Member

  13. LeoLeo

    LeoLeo New Member

  14. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

  15. LeoLeo

    LeoLeo New Member

    For what applications? Outdoor?
     
  16. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Yes.

    But, I also use Cool White GU10 in track fitting over my workbench, as does sister over her craft work area.
     
  17. The Happy Builder

    The Happy Builder Screwfix Select

    @Andy sparky

    Any idea where I can get some LED lamps from?
     

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