What does W mean on LED lights?
Wattage
Wattage is simply the measure of how much energy a lamp needs to light up. Why is it important? The wattage of an LED lamp is usually going to be its most marketed feature. While there are other benefits to LED lighting over traditional lighting, their reduced wattage consumption is still their biggest advantage.
What is a good wattage for LED lights?
Buying LED Lighting: The Short Story
| LED | FLUORESCENT | |
|---|---|---|
| ANNUAL OPERATING COSTS | Low | Medium-Low |
| LIGHT OUTPUT (WATTS/800 LUMENS) | 6-8W | 13-15W |
| COLOR TEMPERATURE | Varies by product; select high-quality LEDs for consistency | Ranges from warm (3,000K) to cool (6,000K) |
| COLOR RENDERING INDEX (CRI) | 80-90+ | Most are 60-70+ |
WHAT LED is equivalent to 100 watt?
LED equivalents to traditional incandescent light bulbs
| Incandescent Light Bulb Wattage | LED Equivalent Wattage |
|---|---|
| 100 Watt | 10 Watt |
| 75 Watt | 7.5 Watt |
| 60 Watt | 6 Watt |
| 50 Watt | 5 Watt |
What is 8.5w LED equivalent?
60W incandescent
The output of this 8.5w LED bulb is equivalent to a 60W incandescent bulb and has a maximum lumen output of 800.
What is the equivalent of a 12W LED bulb?
Convert Lumens to Watts
| LED | Lumens |
|---|---|
| 10W | 900 lm |
| 12W | 1,125 lm |
| 15W | 1,500 lm |
| 20W | 2,250 lm |
What is a 10W LED bulb equivalent to?
80W
Only 10W in power, incandescent equivalent to 80W. These Cool White (6000K) LED bulbs are ideal for use in table and floor lamps, living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and hallways or ceiling fixtures. Radiates a bright light of up to 1000 lumens with good heat dissipation and no flicker.
