In 1955, engineers at Philips developed a bulb that used the halogen bromine. This bulb was more efficient than iodine at that time and became a standard. Almost 60 years later, Philips improved the technology which led to the energy efficient halogen light bulbs we know today.
Halogen bulbs are an advanced form of the well-known incandescent bulb. They have a tungsten filament similar to the standard incandescent bulb, however the lamp is much smaller for the same wattage and contains a halogen gas in the bulb. The halogen bulb uses stronger glass than standard incandescent bulbs in order to contain the high pressure. These bulbs have a compact size and high lumen output.
Are you looking for a bulb that comes to full brightness instantly when switched on? Would you like to adjust the amount of light to your needs? Do you want the familiar shape and look of incandescent? If yes, then halogen is the bulb for you:
• Superior quality of light with excellent color rendering
• Fully dimmable (0 to 100 %) for all brightness levels
• Instant light, no warm up time
• Low replacement costs thanks to longer lifetime
• Compact size, easy to fit
• Longer lifetime than conventional incandescent bulbs
Available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, you will be sure to find the right bulb to fit your needs.
Why choose halogen bulbs?
They give clear, warm light that sparkles and are fully dimmable. The huge variety of bulb shapes, sizes and bases means you’ll always be able to find the right bulb to fit your needs and existing light fixtures.
From the familiar bulb design, to reflector lamps and special fittings, halogen light bulbs offer you the broadest range of lighting options. And, they are up to 30% more efficient than standard incandescent bulbs.
If you’re looking for the quickest and easiest way to replace standard incandescent bulbs throughout your home while enjoying the quality of clear, sparkling, warm light you‘re used to – Halogen lights are the perfect choice.
Learn more about halogen bulbs? Find out via the five most FAQ’s.
Halogen is a type of incandescent bulb. It has a tungsten filament just like a regular incandescent that you may use in your home, however the bulb is filled with halogen gas, usually bromine or iodine. A halogen light source provides a crisp white light with an outstanding color rendering which makes this bulb ideal for many applications.
Halogen light bulbs have many advantages:
-High quality of light with excellent color rendering (Ra=100)
-Fully dimmable
-Halogen light is environmentally friendly and stands out for its sparkling light effect
-Philips Halogen lamps are available in a large variety of shapes and sizes and are designed to suit a wide range of luminaires and applications
-Longer life time than a conventional incandescent
-No warm up time, Philips halogen bulbs deliver instant light
Halogen lamps are designed to operate at very high temperatures to ensure optimal performance. Dimming at above 60% of the rated volts can be done. It is recommended to revert to full brightness for one minute prior to switching the lamps off.
Halogen light bulbs last two to five times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs. This is due to the halogen regenerative cycle process. The halogen gas helps the evaporated tungsten particles to deposit back on the filament instead of the lamp wall. This postpones the breakage of the filament and allows the lamp to extend its life.
Halogen lamps are able to maintain constant light output over the life of the lamp since the tungsten particles get redeposited on the filament of sticking to the lamp wall, therefore significally reducing bulb blackening and maintaining light output.
Change from soft white, daylight to a cozy warm glow with the flip of your existing light switch.
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