Professional lighting
SmartBright LED
Quality meets versatility for every space and application Long-lasting, maintenance-free and friendly to the environment, LED lighting is here to support businesses of the world. The Philips SmartBright LED range is not only the most comprehensive and versatile range of LED lights in the market, it is also the most affordable, ranking high in terms of cost-performance. Offering you the quality and reliability that you are looking for. The SmartBright LED range comprises 13 quality products – downlights, floodlights, spotlights and batten lights, all boasting high illumination performance and cost efficiency. Designed to serve a comprehensive range of applications – whether for residential or business, hotel or retail spaces, indoor spaces or building façades, the portfolio of SmartBright LED luminaires will be able to meet your diverse needs. With a lifespan of up to 30,000 hours*, the SmartBright LED range allows for longer luminaire lifetimes, which means less maintenance and fewer replacements. The range also brings you significant energy savings compared with traditional lighting fixtures – making this a more sustainable lighting solution for you and your clients. Switching to SmartBright LED is a breeze. Every product in the range is designed to enable hassle-free, ‘hole-for-hole’ retrofit replacement of similar conventional lighting fixtures without expensive rewiring or ceiling configurations. Simply remove the old lighting fixture and fit in a new luminaire from our innovative SmartBright LED range.
* Lifetime above based on L70B50 @Ta 25°C
SmartBright LED
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Philips SmartBright LED
SmartBright Luxline LED Batten
SmartBright LED Batten G2
SmartBright LED Waterproof
SmartBright Highbay
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7
15
16
SmartBright LED Downlight G3
SmartBright MINI LED Dimmable Downlight G2
SmartBright Lowbay
Essential SmartBright LED Downlight
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9
17
18
BasicBright LED Spot
SmartBright LED Modular
Essential SmartBright LED Floodlight
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12
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SmartBright LED Troffer G2
SmartBright Panel
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Philips SmartBright LED
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SmartBright
SmartBright
Benefits
Benefits
• One-to-one retrofit replacement for the existing T8/ T10/T12 general lighting
• Classic, elegant and modern design
Luxline LED Batten
LED Batten G2 • Easy to install
Up to
• Up to 60% energy savings compared to a TMS012 batten
60%
• Variety of length, brightness and color temperature Suggested application General lighting: office, retail, industry, public areas. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000/6500 CRI 80 Power factor 0.9 Connection Standalone, with flying wire Installation Suspension and ceiling mounted Casing color white Lifetime (hours) 25,000 Type BN006C
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Dimension (mm) 1200 x 54 x 36 1200 x 54 x 36 600 x 54 x 36 600 x 54 x 36
Philips SmartBright LED
Power Luminous flux (w) (lm) 32 3200 17 1600 17 1600 8.5 800
Energy savings
Up to
• Up to 50% further savings in power consumption compared to a T5 Essential batten
50%
• Available in 3 color temperatures • Flexible – possible to mix and match with various batten lengths
Energy savings
• Perfect continuous light effect with slim end cap Suggested application
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright Luxline Batten
TMS012 Batten
Wattage
17w
45w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
10,000 hrs
General lighting: office, retail, industry, supermarket, public areas. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000/6500 CRI 80 Power factor 0.9 Installation Trunkable, one-step connect, easy installation Lifetime (hours) 30,000 Type BN066C
Dimension (mm) 1185 x 22 x 36 999.5 x 22 x 36 885 x 22 x 36 585 x 22 x 36 325 x 22 x 36
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright LED Batten G2
T5 Essential Batten
Wattage
14w
28w
Lifetime
30,000 hrs
10,000 hrs
Power Luminous flux (w) (Im) 14 1200 12 1000 10.8 900 7 600 4 300
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SmartBright
SmartBright
LED Downlight G3
Mini LED Dimmable Downlight G2
Benefits • Same cut-out enables easy retrofit switch to LED from CFLi/ CFni downlight
Up to
• Up to 55% additional savings compared to a CFLi downlight
55%
• Integrated advanced cooling solution provides excellent reliability • Long lifetime of up to 7 years (based on 10 hours of usage per day)
Energy savings
• Variety of sizes, brightness and color temperature
Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000/5000 CRI 80+ Power factor 0.85 Lifetime (hours) 25,000
Philips SmartBright LED
80%
• Same cut-out enables easy retrofit switch to LED from MR16 halogen downlight • Up to 80% energy savings compared to a MR16 halogen downlight
Energy savings
• IC Abutted and covered
General lighting: hospitality, office, retail, passageway, public areas.
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Up to
• True fit-and-forget solution
• Plug and play, easy to use
Suggested application
Type Dimension (in) DN030B 4 DN031B 5 DN032B 6 DN033B 7 DN034B 8
Benefits
Cut-out Power Luminous flux (mm) (w) (lm) 105 8 600 125 8 600 150 10.5 800 175 16 1200 200 19.5 1500
Energy savings at a glance
Suggested application
Energy savings at a glance
Type
Essential LED Downlight
CFLi Downlight
Accent lighting: commercial space, lobbies, corridor, passageway, public areas.
Type
SmartBright Mini LED Dimmable Downlight
MT16 Halogen Downlight
Wattage
8w
18w
Wattage
11w
54w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
8,000hrs
Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000 Cutout: 90mm (fixed)/100mm (tilted) CRI 80+ Power factor 0.75 Rim color: White/Aluminium Connection: Terminal block/Flex and plug Dimmability Yes Lifetime (hours) 25,000
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
2,000hrs
Type DN102B DN103B
Dimension Cut-out (in) (mm) 3.5 90 4 100
Power Luminous Tiltable (w) flux (lm) 8.2 600 No 8.2 600 Yes
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BasicBright
LED Spot Benefits • One-to-one retrofit switch to LED from halogen downlight • Up to 84% energy savings compared to a MR16 halogen LED spot
Up to
84%
• Variety of sizes, brightness, beam angles and color temperature • No re-lamping or maintenance needed
Energy savings
Suggested application Accent lighting: hospitality, office, retail, museums. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000 CRI 80+ Power factor 0.85 Dimmability Optional Beam angle 25/40 degree Lifetime (hours) 25,000
Energy savings at a glance Type
BasicBright LED Spot
MR16 Halogen LED Spot
Wattage
8.5w
54w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
2,000hrs
Type Dimension Cut-out Power Luminous flux (in) (mm) (w) (lm) RS010B/ 2.5 64 2.5 200 RS011B* 2.5 64 6 500 3 75 8.5 800 * RS010: fixed, RS011 tiltable
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SmartBright
SmartBright
Benefits
Benefits
• Flexible and connectable module set, available in three sizes and up to three units in conjunction
• Delivers comfortable light with good color rendering and color consistency
LED Modular
LED Troffer 2.0 Up to
• Variety of sizes, brightness, beam angles, color temperature and wattage
75%
• Up to 75% energy savings compared to a halogen modular Suggested application
Energy savings
Accent lighting: retail, office, museums. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000 CRI 80 Power factor 0.9 Connection Terminal block on the external driver Installation Recessed Casing color white Beam angle 15/36/60 degree Lifetime (hours) 25,000 Type RS080B RS081B RS082B RS083B RS084B
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Philips SmartBright LED
Dimension (mm) 148 x 128 x 92 148 x 128 x 92 174 x 147 x 99 231 x 200 x 124 231 x 200 x 124
Power Luminous flux (w) (lm) 8 400 12 600 23 1200 39 2000 59 3000
Up to
• Up to 58% energy savings compare to the existing T8 general lighting
58%
• Multiple mounting options to cater to various applications - Recessed, plaster ceiling • Ideal replacement solution for conventional fluorescent lighting.
Energy savings
Suggested application General lighting: factory, hospital, office, school, public areas.
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright LED Modular
Halogen Modular
Wattage
12w
12w
Lifetime
2,000 hrs
25,000hrs
Technical specifications Color temp (k) 4000/6500 CRI/SDCM 80/4 Power factor 0.85+ Mounting Recessed, plaster ceiling Lifetime (hours) 25,000 Type RC098V LED22S RC098V LED22S RC098V LED44S
Dimension (mm) 597 x 597 297 x 1197 597 x 1197
Power (w) 26 26 52
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright LED Troffer
TBS318 3x18w
Wattage
26w
62w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
10,000hrs
Luminous flux (lm) 2200 2200 4400
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SmartBright
SmartBright
Benefits
Benefits
• Efficacy of up to 90lm/w and 50-60% energy savings compared to TL troffer
• High quality assurance and reliable with genuine IP65, IK06
Panel
LED Waterproof • Easy installation
Up to
• Full window design delivers extremely uniform and comfortable light
60%
• Optional mountings available - recessed, suspended and plaster-ceiling
Energy savings
Suggested application General lighting: meeting room, office, hospital, school, public areas. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 4000/6500 CRI 80 Power factor 0.9 Lifetime (hours) 25,000hrs (L70) Driver Integrated Installation 3 mounting options recessed, suspended, PVC Type RC099V LED26S RC099V LED36S RC099V LED26S SUS RC099V LED36S SUS
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Philips SmartBright LED
Dimension (mm) 597 x 597 x 75mm; 297 x 1197 x 75 597 x 597 x 75mm; 297 x 1197 x 75 603 x 603 x 75mm; 303 x 1203 x 75 603 x 603 x 75mm; 303 x 1203 x 75
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright Panel
TL troffer
Wattage
34w
85w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
10,000 hrs
Power (w) 29 34 29 34
Luminous flux (lm) 2600 3800 2600 3800
Installation Recessed, PCV Recessed, PCV Suspended Suspended
Up to
• High efficiency with 50% lower energy consumption
50%
Suggested application General lighting: indoor car park, factory, warehouse, semi-indoor corridor. Technical specifications Color temp (k) CW (6500) / NW (4000) CRI/SDCM >80/<5 Power factor 0.9 Lifetime (hours) 25,000hrs (L70) @Ta25˚C Wattage (w) 11/20/21/36/46 IP/IK rating IP65/IK06 Installation Surface; suspension with stainless brackets Casing Polycarbonate (Beige RAL7044) Type WT099T
Dimension (mm) 159.1 x 7.5 x 5.5 130.6 x 7.5 x 5.5 130.6 x 7.5 x 5.5 74.1 x 7.5 x 5.5 74.1 x 7.5 x 5.5
Power (w) 46 36 20 21 11
Energy savings
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright LED Waterproof
TL-D waterproof
Wattage
36w
72w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
10,000 hrs
Luminous flux (lm) 4800 3800 1800 2000 1000
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SmartBright
SmartBright
Benefits
Benefits
• Efficacy up to 90lm/w and 64% energy savings comparing with conventional HID
• Efficacy up to 85lm/w and 55% energy savings comparing with conventional CFL system
Highbay
Lowbay Up to
• Innovation of ‘micro prism’ optical plate brings low glare and good uniformity
64%
• Reliable quality: Philips Lumileds LED with high efficiency driver and end to end manufacturing • Classic and stylish design, blends in with the environment
Energy savings
Up to
• Low glare, CRI 80, SDCM<5, provides a comfortable lighting experience
55%
• Reliable quality: Philips Lumileds LED with high efficiency driver and end to end manufacturing • Two classic and stylish designs, fit application in both industry and retail
Energy savings
Suggested application General lighting: Industry: factories, warehouses, workshops, assembly lines. High ceiling indoor supermarkets. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 4000/6500 CRI >75 SDCM <5 Power factor >0.9 Lifetime (hours) 25,000hrs (L70) Installation Pole/Hook Type BY218P LED180 BY218P LED90 BY218P LED50
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Philips SmartBright LED
Dimension (mm) ø369 x 147 ø277 x 139 ø231 x 124
Power (w) 200 100 60
Luminous flux (lm) 18000 9000 5200
Suggested application General lighting: factory, small warehouse, indoor sports hall, food market, restaurant, retail.
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright Highbay
HPI-P 400W Retrofit
Wattage
200w
440W
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
20,000 hrs
Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000/6500 CRI >80 SDCM <5 Power factor >0.9 Lifetime (hours) 25,000hrs (L70) Installation Pole/Hook Type BY118P LED33 BY118P LED21 BY118P LED16 BY158P LED33 BY158P LED21 BY158P LED16
Dimension (mm) ø254 x 155 ø226 x 137 ø226 x 137 ø254 x 180 ø226 x 155 ø226 x 155
Power (w) 40 29 20 40 29 20
Energy savings at a glance Type
SmartBright Lowbay
CFL45W
Wattage
20w
45w
Lifetime
25,000 hrs
6,000 hrs
Luminous flux (lm) 3400 2300 1700 3400 2300 1700
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Essential SmartBright
Essential SmartBright
Benefits
Benefits
• Easy installation and replacement with low height structure
• A smart and affordable choice with low energy consumption
LED Downlight
LED Floodlight
• Flexible choice of sizes, color temperature and brightness
• Long-lasting performance in tough environment
Up to
• Quality and safety assurance meets international standards
40%
Suggested application General lighting: home, retail, office, hospitality. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000/6500 CRI 70+ Power factor 0.75~0.8 Connection Flying wire with easy terminal offered Driver Integrated Lifetime (hours, L70) 15,000 Type (inch) DN024 5inch DN024 6inch DN024 7inch Type (inch) DN024
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Dimension Cut out Power Luminous flux (mm) (mm) (w) (lm) ø147 x 33 133~138 11/15 600/900 ø173 x 33 158~163 11/15/20 600/900/1200 ø198 x 33 183~188 11/15/20 600/900/1200
Dimension (mm) ø147 x 33 ø173 x 33 ø198 x 33
Philips SmartBright LED
Energy savings
Energy savings at a glance Type
Essential SmartBright LED Downlight
CFLi Downlight
Wattage
11w
18w
Lifetime
15,000 hrs
8,000 hrs
Cut out Power Luminous flux Colour temp CRI Power factor (mm) (w) (lm) (k) 133~138 11/15 600/900 3000/4000/6500 70+ 0.75/0.8 158~163 11/15/20 600/900/1200 3000/4000/6500 70+ 0.75/0.75/0.8 183~188 11/15/20 600/900/1200 3000/4000/6500 70+ 0.75/0.75/0.8
Up to
• Up to 90% in energy saving
90%
• Versatile and meets multiple requirements Suggested application Outdoor and indoor sports hall, carparks, warehouses, factories, public spaces. Technical specifications Color temp (k) 3000/4000/5700 CRI/SDCM 70/5 Power factor 0.9 Lifetime (hours) 30,000hrs (L70) Wattage (w) 30/50/70 IP/IK rating IP65/IK07 Surge protection 4KV Casing Color Grey /Champaine Type BVP161
Dimension (mm) 193.2 x 142.2 x 40.9 269.4 x 201.2 x 40.4 315.4 x 232.9 x 40.9
Power (w) 30 50 70
Energy savings
Energy savings at a glance Type
Essential SmartBright LED Floodlight BVP161
Philips QVF Halolite
Wattage
50w
500w
Lifetime
30,000 hrs
2,000 hrs
Luminous flux (lm) 2300 (WW)/2600 (NW, CW) 3900 (WW)/4300 (NW, CW) 5500 (WW)/6000 (NW, CW)
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Product Overview Lifetime based on L70B50 @Ta 25°C Type
BN006C
SmartBright Luxline LED Batten
Width x height (mm)
Power (w)
54 x 36
32
Luminous flux (lm)
Color temp CRI Power factor (k)
Lifetime (hours)
Type Dimension Power (mm) (w)
Luminous flux (lm)
Color temp Power factor Installation (k) (d)
Lifetime (hours)
3000
3000/4000/6500
25,000
RC099V LED26S
2600
400/6500
25,000
80
0.9
Recessed, PCV
1200
54 x 36
17
1500
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
RC099V LED36S
597 x 597 x 75mm; 297 x 1197 x 75
34
3800
400/6500
0.9
Recessed, PCV
25,000
54 x 36
17
1500
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
RC099V LED26S SUS
603 x 603 x 75mm; 303 x 1203 x 75
29
2600
400/6500
0.9
Suspended
25,000
600
54 x 36
8.5
800
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
RC099V LED36S SUS
603 x 603 x 75mm; 303 x 1203 x 75
34
3800
400/6500
0.9
Suspended
25,000
Type: BN006C Casing color: White Connection: Standalone, with flying wire Installation: Suspension and ceiling mounted
SmartBright Panel
Type
Dimension Power (mm) (w)
Luminous flux Color temp CRI Power factor (lm) (k)
Lifetime (hours)
BN066C
1185 x 22 x 36
14
1200
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
30,000
999.5 x 22 x 36
12
1000
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
30,000
885 x 22 x 36
10.8
900
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
30,000
585 x 22 x 36
7
600
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
30,000
325 × 22 × 36
4
300
3000/4000/6500
80
0.9
30,000
Dimension (in)
Cutout (mm)
Power (w)
Luminous flux (lm)
Color temp CRI Power factor (k)
Lifetime (hours)
DN030B 4
105
8
600
3000/4000/5000 80+ 0.85
25,000
DN031B 5 DN032B 6
125
8
600
3000/4000/5000 80+ 0.85
25,000
150
10.5
800
3000/4000/5000 80+ 0.85
25,000
DN033B 7
175
16
1200
3000/4000/5000 80+ 0.85
25,000
DN034B 8
200
19.5
1500
3000/4000/5000 80+ 0.85
25,000
Type
SmartBright LED Waterproof
Dimension (in)
Cutout Power Luminous flux (mm) (w) (Im)
Color temp CRI Power factor Dimmibility (k)
Lifetime (hours)
DN102B (fixed) 3.5
90
8.2
600
3000/4000
80+
0.75
Yes
25,000
DN103B (tilted) 4
100
8.2
600
3000/4000
80+
0.75
Yes
25,000
Dimension (in)
Power (w)
Luminous flux (lm)
Color temp CRI Power factor (k)
Lifetime (hours)
WT099T
159.1 x 7.5 x 5.5
130.6 x 7.5 x 5.5
46
4800
4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
36
3800
4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
130.6 x 7.5 x 5.5
20
1800
4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
74.1 x 7.5 x 5.5
21
2000
4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
74.1 x 7.5 x 5.5
11
1000
4000/6500
80
0.9
25,000
Type
Dimension (in)
Cutout (mm)
Power Luminous flux Color temp CRI Power factor Dimmable Beam angle (w) (Im) (k)
Lifetime (hours)
2.5
64
2.5
25,000
200
3000/4000
80+
0.85
Optional
25/40 degree
RS011B*
2.5
64
6
500
3000/4000
80+
0.85
Optional
25/40 degree
25,000
3
75
8.5
800
3000/4000
80+
0.85
Optional
25/40 degree
25,000
Dimension (in)
Power Luminous flux (w) (Im)
Color temp CRI Power factor (k)
Lifetime (hours)
ø369 x 147
200
18000
4000K/6500K
>75
>0.9
25,000
BY218P LED90
ø277 x 139
100
9000
4000K/6500K
>75
>0.9
25,000
BY218P LED50
ø231 x 124
60
5200
4000K/6500K
>75
>0.9
25,000
SmartBright Highbay Type
SmartBright LED Waterproof
Dimension (in)
Power Luminous flux (w) (Im)
Color temp CRI (k)
Power Lifetime factor (hours)
BY118P LED33
ø254 x 155
40
3400
3000K/4000K/6500K
>80
>0.9
25,000
BY118P LED21
ø226 x 137
29
2300
3000K/4000K/6500K
>80
>0.9
25,000
BY118P LED16
ø226 x 137
20
1700
3000K/4000K/6500K
>80
>0.9
25,000
BY158P LED33
ø254 x 180
40
3400
3000K/4000K/6500K
>80
>0.9
25,000
BY158P LED21
ø226 x 155
29
2300
3000K/4000K/6500K
>80
>0.9
25,000
BY158P LED16
ø226 x 155
20
1700
3000K/4000K/6500K
>80
>0.9
25,000
Essential SmartBright LED Downlight
* RS010: fixed, RS011 tiltable
RS080B
148 x 128 x 92
8
400
3000/4000
80
15/36/60
0.9
white
Recessed
25,000
RS081B
148 x 128 x 92
12
600
3000/4000
80
15/36/60
0.9
white
Recessed
25,000
RS082B
174 x 147 x 99
23
1200
3000/4000
80
15/36/60
0.9
white
Recessed
25,000
RS083B
231 x 200 x 124
39
2000
3000/4000
80
15/36/60
0.9
white
Recessed
25,000
RS084B
231 x 200 x 124
58
3000
3000/4000
80
15/36/60
0.9
white
Recessed
25,000
Type
Dimension (mm)
Power (w)
Luminous flux (Im)
Color temp (k)
CRI/ Power factor Installation SDCM
Lifetime (hours)
RC098V LED22S
597 x 597
26
2200
4000/6500
80/4
0.85+
Recessed, plaster ceiling
25,000
RC098V LED22S
297 x 1197
26
2200
4000/6500
80/4
0.85+
Recessed, plaster ceiling
25,000
RC098V LED44S
597 x 1197
52
4400
4000/6500
80/4
0.85+
Recessed, plaster ceiling
25,000
Dimension (in)
Cutout (mm)
DN024
ø147 x 33
ø173 x 33
ø198 x 33
Power (w)
Luminous flux (lm)
Color temp CRI Power factor (k)
Lifetime (hours)
133~138 11/15
600/900
3000/4000/6500 70+ 0.75/0.8
15,000
158~163
11/15/20
600/900/1200 3000/4000/6500
70+
0.75/0.75/0.8 15,000
183~188
11/15/20
600/900/1200 3000/4000/6500
70+
0.75/0.75/0.8 15,000
Driver: Integrated Connection: Flying wire with easy terminal
Type
Type Dimension Power Luminous flux Color temp CRI Beam angle Power factor Casing color Installation Lifetime (mm) (w) (lm) (k) (d) (hours)
BY218P LED180
Type
RS010B/
Type
SmartBright MINI LED Dimmable Downlight G2
SmartBright LED Modular
0.9
600
Type
SmartBright LED Spot
29
Installation: Trunkable, one-step connect, easy installation
SmartBright LED Downlight G3
597 x 597 x 75mm; 297 x 1197 x 75
Type
SmartBright LED Batten
Length (mm) 1200
Dimension (in)
Power (w)
Luminous flux (Im)
Color temp CRI (k)
Power Lifetime factor (hours)
BVP161
193.2 x 142.2 x 40.9
30
2300 (WW)/2600 (NW, CW)
3000/4000/5700
70
0.9
30,000
269.4 x 201.2 x 40.4
50
3900 (WW)/4300 (NW, CW)
3000/4000/5700
70
0.9
30,000
315.4 x 232.9 x 40.9
70
5500 (WW)/6000 (NW, CW)
3000/4000/5700
70
0.9
30,000
Essential SmartBright LED Floodlight
SmartBright LED Troffer 2.0
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Common LED myths
Myth 7
There are many benefits to using LED lighting, but there are also numerous misconceptions about it. We help to separate the facts from fiction by busting some of the common myths here.
The initial investment of LED systems is higher than that of conventional systems, but due to the long life of the LED and energy savings ranging between 50%-70% compared to conventional light sources, the economic payback can typically be seen in less than two years. Additionally, the upfront cost of LED systems is also dropping rapidly. Philips provides cost-effective solutions that have a proven and compelling return on investment (ROI).
Myth 8
LEDs are not bright enough LED traffic lights are already common and are certainly a sign that LEDs are bright enough to be seen even in daylight. Outdoor roads, tunnels and entire building façades are being lit entirely with LEDs today. By any measure, LEDs have enough light output for use even in very large outdoor daylight-visible installations.
Myth 1
Myth 4
LEDs last forever
LED light quality is poor
LEDs have a long source life but they do still slowly fade over time. Ambient temperatures, electrical drive currents, and the effectiveness of cooling systems are all factors that contribute to this phenomenon called lumen depreciation. While LEDs typically do not catastrophically fail, lumen depreciation is a critical factor in determining useful lifetimes. Philips designs our white light LED products to sustain 70% of initial lumen output (L70) at more than 25,000 hours of life. This equates to eleven years of lifetime based on 6 hours/day of use.
The Color Rendering Index (CRI) is the prevalent method used to judge light quality, though there are known deficiencies and limitations associated with it, especially for LED-based light sources. Research in at least one study found participants preferring LED sources over halogen and incandescent because of overall color appearance, not a CRI value. The International Commission on Illumination (CIE) has proposed a new metric called Color Quality Scale (CQS), which will incorporate color rendering, chromatic discrimination and observer preferences into the measure of Color Quality. Philips works to design high quality and consistent light output. We measure our color consistency in SDCM (Standard Deviation of Color Matching).
Myth 2
White LEDs produce over 180 lumens per watt These results are often obtained in labs where LED chips are tested at room temperature conditions with short “pulse” tests that produce a high lumen output. While the results are not necessarily “wrong,” they do not reflect the typical expected output of LEDs in practical use. When used in lighting fixtures, LED output often decrease by 30-40%. Philips does not use raw LED specifications or “instant on” output testing. Instead, we use independent testing labs to validate the output of our fixtures at constant, realistic thermally-stable operating temperatures in rated, ambient environments.
The wattage of a LED is not directly comparable to the wattage of a traditional light source or even from one LED to another. Two different LEDs can consume the same power but differ noticeably in light output. Thus, when selecting LEDs or LED fixtures, it is more about a quality and consistent light output rather than absolute power. Philips develops solutions based on the light output, distribution and quality needed for the application and not based on the particular wattage of LEDs.
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Myth 9
LED lights are dangerous to our eyes? There is a small amount of blue light generated by LED bulbs, but it is a tiny fraction of the emissions from natural daylight, and similar to emissions from other artificial light sources like incandescent, halogen and energy savers or fluorescent lamps. Typical daily exposure to natural blue light is at least 1000 times stronger compared to artificial light indoors Philips LED products comply with all the relevant regulations and legislation, ensuring products are safe to use. This means that being exposed to a LED bulb’s light is as safe as being exposed to any other artificial light source, and safer than being exposed to natural lighting conditions – such as walking in the open air.
Myth 5
LEDs generate no heat When used in lighting applications, LEDs do not radiate infrared heat, only visible light. However, waste heat is produced during the conversion of electricity into light. If not properly removed from the lighting system, this may potentially damage the LEDs. Heat removal can be accomplished through heat sinks that draws heat away from the LED and dissipate it into the surrounding air. Philips designs, simulates and tests our products for high thermal efficiency to ensure optimal performance and maximize the lifetime of our LEDs.
Myth 3
3 Watt LEDs are brighter than 1 Watt LEDs
Philips products have been used in more than 20,000 installations worldwide, including large exterior projects such as the Stamford Bridge Stadium (Chelsea Football Club), Al Saad Stadium (Doha, Qatar) and Federal Highway (Malaysia).
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Myth 6
LEDs are not resistant to vibration There are no moving parts, filaments or fragile glass enclosures with LED lighting. LEDs are therefore very suitable for use in road & bridge applications. Philips designs products that must pass vibration tests according to IEC standards. In some cases, we use military standards for higher grade of assurance.
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