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Every Buy LEDs product is certified, guaranteeing the highest quality product available.
Here at Buy LEDs, we’re proud of the certifications our products have earned, guaranteeing that they are not only the highest quality possible, but will also noticeably make a difference in the world we live in. Ranging from energy saving, to sustainability and safety, here’s a rundown of what the above symbols actually mean, why you should care, and how they impact Buy LEds products. These symbols are more than just an accent mark to add to our products – they are proof of our continued commitment to innovation, excellence, and making the world a better and more sustainable place.
UL Mark (UL Listed & cUL Listed)
The Underwriters Laboratories’ UL symbol means the product, after a series of testing, meets UL’s nationally recognized Standards of Safety. UL is a non-profit organization dedicated to public safety and Bulb Daddy is proud almost all of our products meet their stringent testing and safety standards.
ETL Listed
Intertek’s ETL Listed symbol is proof the product has been independently tested and meets the applicable published standard. The ETL mark shows the product’s compliance to North American safety standards. Intertek is one of the world's largest Testing, Inspection and Certification companies and Bulb Daddy proudly displays the ETL mark on our products that meet their demanding testing standards.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
The FCC mark is a certification mark used on electronic products manufactured or sold in the United States which certifies that the electromagnetic interference from the device is under the limits approved by the Federal Communications Commission. All Bulb Daddy products carry the FCC mark.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliant
RoHS Compliant means the product is lead-free and restricts the use of six hazardous materials often found in electrical products (Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium, Polybrominated Biphenyls, and Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers). We’re excited to feature many products that are RoHS Compliant, helping build a more sustainable future.
ENERGY STAR
If you see the ENERGY STAR mark on the packaging of any product, you can have peace of mind that what you’re purchasing has been proven to save energy and help the environment. Energy Star is a trusted government-backed symbol and was created to reduce greenhouse emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy, all while ensuring product quality and energy savings at no compromise on quality.
Design Lights Consortium (DLC) Listed
The Design Lights Consortium promotes quality, performance and energy-efficient commercial sector lighting solutions through collaboration among its federal, regional, state, utility, and energy efficiency program members, luminaire manufacturers, lighting designers, and other industry stakeholders throughout the US and Canada. The DLC listing grants consumers access to rebates through their local energy supplier. Almost all Bulb Daddy products are DLC listed and approved.
LED Lighting Facts Program Partner
The LED Lighting Facts label further cements Bulb Daddy’s commitment to supporting improvement in the quality of LED products. The label was created to promote the accurate and consistent reporting of LED product performance claims and requires important information to be presented in an easy-to-read format, much like Nutrition Labels on food products. All ENERGY STAR marked products also carry the LED Lighting Facts label, clearly outlining the product’s specifications.
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Linear Strip Lighting
Linear Lighting Is Also Engineered For Flexibility
In addition to its application versatility, a linear LED strip offers excellent installation flexibility. What does that mean?
- LED strip lighting can be cut to any length – LED linear strips can be field cut to custom lengths, so installers can create a perfect fit without having to premeasure the installation spot. No special tools are needed, either. A pair of scissors will do the job without damaging the strip.
- LED linear lighting can be formed to any shape – Linear strips are physically flexible, so they can be formed around curves to wrap around any shape. If you’ve got some interesting architectural features, help them stand out with fixtures designed to fit them perfectly.
- Linear LED Strip Lights Can Be Mounted In One Of Several Ways – LED strip fixtures are flexible both physically and in application. They also come with impressive mounting flexibility. LED strips can be installed with a surface mount or suspended like a pendant fixture. They can be installed under tables, cabinets, counters and bar tops. With their compact build, LED strips can fit just about anywhere.
Three Things To Consider When Selecting Linear LED Strips
When searching for the best LED lighting strip for your application, there are a few things to check before committing to any linear lighting products. Consider the following, for example:
- LED lamp density – A linear strip’s LED density refers to how many LEDs per linear foot are placed on the strip. Low density strips (nine LEDs per foot) are more likely to leave gaps in light coverage, while high density strips (36 LEDs per foot) provide optimal coverage and better illumination as a result.
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Color temperature (CCT) and color rendering (CRI) – CCT refers to how warm or cool a light looks, while CRI refers to that fixture’s ability to accurately represent colors in the environment. LED strips are available in a range of CCTs, and the best choice will depend on what you want the light to do. For general commercial lighting, sticking close to neutral white (4000K) is recommended, but warmer and cooler strips are available for alternative looks.
LED linear strip lighting is available with high-CRI ratings, and investing in one of these is a good idea if your lighting will be used in retail or warehouse applications. - Quality of linear strip build – Not all linear strips are engineered equal. The amount of copper in the strip, by weight, has an impact on its electrical performance. The more copper, the better, so look for strips with at least two ounces of copper in each strip. Again, more is better. Also, quality strips are painted white for additional reflectivity, and therefore performance. Low quality strip manufacturers skip this step.
Four Reasons Why LED Linear Strip Lighting Is The First Choice For Businesses
Fluorescent tubes were the standard in linear lighting for a long time, but that time is coming to an end. LED linear lighting strips are now the frontline option for most applications, for several reasons. Four of these reasons include:
- Lighting quality – LEDs emit extremely high-quality illumination, comparable to halogen and better than fluorescent. LED light fixtures are directional by nature, so they can be aimed at high priority areas to fill that area with even, brilliant illumination.
- Operating efficiency – No other lighting technology is as efficient as LEDs, especially when you factor in their overall system efficiency. Sure, they’re source efficiency is impressive enough, but because more of that light reaches its intended target, LED’s system efficiency far outshines metal halides and other commercial options.
- Rated lifespan – LED fixtures also last longer than all other lighting choices. On average, an LED strip will provide about 50,000 hours of quality illumination before replacement should be considered. No other light comes close, including fluorescent tubes (which don’t last half as long as LEDs).
- Controllability – LED fixtures run on the kind of circuitry you’d find in any computing device, and this advanced engineering means they can be easily controlled. Attach dimmers, timers, or occupancy controls to your linear lighting system, and you’ll save even more energy and ensure the strips are only on when you need them.
We Have A Deep Selection Of LED Linear Strip Lights
There are a lot of LED linear lighting strips on the market to choose from, and for the untrained, it can be impossible to compare them all. That’s why many turn to a lighting expert like Bulb Daddy to secure the LED strips they need. Our team has decades of experience in LED strips, bulbs, fixtures, drivers, and other lighting accessories. Put our knowledge to work for your lighting application, and we’ll help you choose the best lighting products available for your project.