LED technology is not only an investment in the future, it is already worthwhile. The significantly lower energy consumption as well as savings for replacement and maintenance due to the longer service life ensure a fast amortization. The higher efficiency of LEDs results in less waste heat, while in air-conditioned rooms energy consumption is also reduced. Unused ballasts and starters and the considerably longer service life reduce maintenance costs to a large extent.
Plastimat LEDan compared to a fluorescent tube
| Plastimat LEDan | conventional fluorescent tube | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifetime | >40.000 h | ~8.000 h |
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Power consumption | 18 W | 68 W |
| Color rendering index | >80 | >80 |
| Ballast | not required | required |
| Starter | dummy or direct connection | required |
| Environment | RoHS No UV radiation Without pollutants Little CO2 emissions recyclable |
No RoHS UV radiation Containing harmful substances High CO2 emissions Special waste |
| Maintenance | low | high, since short life |
| Heat development | low | high |
| Special features | no flicker | partial flickering |
| Energy saving | up to 75% |
The values given refer to a Plastimat LEDan and a conventional fluorescent tube (KVG) with a length of 150 cm. The stated power consumption is understood as including ballast
Energy cost development
Assuming an annual energy price increase of 10% and 1000 illuminants used in the version 150 cm and continuous lighting.
