Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Induction Lighting and how does it work?
A:The induction lighting system uses a revolutionary technology of light generation that combines the basic principals of induction and gas discharge. Void of electrodes this new technology delivers an unprecedented 100,000 hours of high quality white light.

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Q: Why Induction Lighting?
A: Induction lighting offers an amazing 100,000 hours life making it virtually maintenance free. It offers crisp white light with 80+ CRI and a choice of 3K, 4K, and 5K color temperatures. Induction lighting offers high reliability and instant on and off.

Q: What are the components of the induction system?
A: The system is comprised of three components: the HF generator, the power coupler, and the lamp.

Q: Does the induction system need a dedicated fixture?
A: Yes. Due to operating and thermal requirements the system needs to be properly installed in a suitable fixture.

Q: Can running a lamp interfere with computers or any other electronic device?
A: No. The induction system complies with FCC rules with noninterference under normal circumstances.

Q: Will the induction lighting system interfere with telecommunication equipment?
A: No. the FCC standards are in place to protect navigation and radio communications. The system will not interfere with portable or cellular/ mobile phones.

Q: Is the light output of an induction lamp affected by low temperature? High temperatures?
Amalgam fill technology and the heat conduction rod or coil create stable light output over a wide range of ambient temperatures, maintaining at least 85% of normal lumens from -30F to 130F (for an enclosed fixture with heat sink). Induction Systems can start at temperatures as low as -40F.

Q: Does operating temperature affect output?
A: No. The universal operating position does not affect the performance of the induction system.

Q: What is the color shift of the induction system?
A: The color shift is very small over life. In new installations the color may appear "pink" until the system stabilizes and the mercury has vaporized. The light will change to a normal white color within a few minutes.

Q: Is induction lighting vibration-resistant?
A: Yes. The fact that induction lighting has no electrodes makes it more reliable in high-vibration and gusty applications. Induction lighting has proven its durability in bridges, tunnels, and signage applications.

Q: What if any, is the effect of voltage supply fluctuations on the performance of the induction lighting system?
A: Due to the built-in pre-conditioner in the HF generator, which provides a well stabilized internal supply voltage (a wide operating voltage of +/- 20V) to the HF generator, the light output, consumed power and system efficiency, (efficiency) of lamp system vary by less than 2% as a result of mains voltage fluctuations. There is no noticeable effect (visual or measurable) on the color performance (color temperature, color rendering, etc.) due to supply voltage fluctuation.

Q: Will induction lighting fade or damage materials?
A: The amount of ultraviolet light generated by an 85W induction lamp is roughly equivalent to that of a regular fluorescent lamp per 100 lux. The permissible exposure time (PET) is >40 hours per 1000 lux, generously above the norm (24 hours per 1000 lux). The damage factor for materials is rated at a low 0.3 so Induction Lighting can generally be used in open luminaires without any front glass.

Q: At the end of life, must all components be replaced?
A: All three components are separately replaceable, however, induction is almost always supplied as a three-component system, even for re-lamping. End of life usually means the generator must be replaced and at that time it is recommended to replace the bulb, as phosphor degeneration at 100,000 hours lowers lumen output 35% to 40%. 

Q: Why is induction lighting worth more?
A: Induction lighting offers five to ten times the life of HID systems for only two to three times the cost of the HID lamp and ballast. All of our products have a warrantee of five years. In most cases the payback in maintenance savings will more than offset the additional cost of the initial system.