First some information on just what a Halogen bulb is and what they are made of.
A halogen lamp, also known as a tungsten halogen, quartz-halogen or quartz iodine lamp, is an incandescent lamp that has a small amount of a halogen such as iodine or bromine added. The combination of the halogen gas and the tungsten filament produces a halogen cycle chemical reaction which redeposits evaporated tungsten back onto the filament, increasing its life and maintaining the clarity of the envelope. Because of this, a halogen lamp can be operated at a higher temperature than a standard gas-filled lamp of similar power and operating life, producing light of a higher luminous efficacy and colour temperature. The small size of halogen lamps permits their use in compact optical systems for projectors and illumination.
Handling precautions:
Any surface contamination, notably the oil from human fingertips, can damage the quartz envelope when it is heated. Contaminants will create a hot spot on the bulb surface when the lamp is turned on. This extreme, localized heat causes the quartz to change from its vitreous form into a weaker, crystalline form that leaks gas. This weakening may also cause the bulb to form a bubble, weakening it and leading to its explosion. Consequently, manufacturers recommend that quartz lamps should be handled without touching the clear quartz, either by using a clean paper towel or carefully holding the porcelain base. If the quartz is contaminated in any way, it must be thoroughly cleaned with denatured alcohol and dried before use.
For all of your Halogen bulb requirements whether it be G4 right through to G9 or GU10, MR11/16, Shadow Lighting has the bulb for you. Also the following chart will help you to decode the Edison bulb base types:
Here are the most common Edison base codes.
Remember to give us a call if you have any questions at 604-372-2400.
A halogen lamp, also known as a tungsten halogen, quartz-halogen or quartz iodine lamp, is an incandescent lamp that has a small amount of a halogen such as iodine or bromine added. The combination of the halogen gas and the tungsten filament produces a halogen cycle chemical reaction which redeposits evaporated tungsten back onto the filament, increasing its life and maintaining the clarity of the envelope. Because of this, a halogen lamp can be operated at a higher temperature than a standard gas-filled lamp of similar power and operating life, producing light of a higher luminous efficacy and colour temperature. The small size of halogen lamps permits their use in compact optical systems for projectors and illumination.
Handling precautions:
Any surface contamination, notably the oil from human fingertips, can damage the quartz envelope when it is heated. Contaminants will create a hot spot on the bulb surface when the lamp is turned on. This extreme, localized heat causes the quartz to change from its vitreous form into a weaker, crystalline form that leaks gas. This weakening may also cause the bulb to form a bubble, weakening it and leading to its explosion. Consequently, manufacturers recommend that quartz lamps should be handled without touching the clear quartz, either by using a clean paper towel or carefully holding the porcelain base. If the quartz is contaminated in any way, it must be thoroughly cleaned with denatured alcohol and dried before use.
For all of your Halogen bulb requirements whether it be G4 right through to G9 or GU10, MR11/16, Shadow Lighting has the bulb for you. Also the following chart will help you to decode the Edison bulb base types:
Here are the most common Edison base codes.
- Medium (think household 60W bulbs) = E26
- Intermediate = E17
- Candelabra = E12
- Mini Candelabra = E11
- Miniature = E10
- Midget = E5
Remember to give us a call if you have any questions at 604-372-2400.
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