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    UK Most efficient LED indoor lights?

    I am looking to purchase LED strip, I will need around half a metre. My aim is to setup indoor table lamp (example idea: franklite TL605). I want it to be as efficient as possible, looking at 2835 LEDs due to them being the more modern solution. What are your recommendations and what is their...
  2. anitahooda

    What’s the most efficient way to angle solar panels for DIY projects?

    This question is aimed at DIY enthusiasts working on solar projects who want to optimize the efficiency of their solar panels. The angle at which solar panels are positioned can significantly impact their ability to capture sunlight and convert it into energy. By understanding the most efficient...
  3. Electrical2Go

    Philips Ultra-Energy Saving Light Bulbs

    Discover the perfect energy-saving LED lights at Electrical2Go. Philips' Ultra-Energy Saving lights are now in stock, offering the most energy-efficient LED bulbs developed by the company. With cutting-edge technology, these lights lower energy usage, reduce waste and significantly cut carbon...
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    Most efficient way to upgrade Downlights

    Hi all. Looking for advice on upgrading bathroom lights from MR16 to mains fed suitably IP rated GU10 LED lights. As partly shown on the picture attached, the existing lights are in 4 rows of two lights with each pair of lights fed off one transformer. I'm thinking easiest option is just to...
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    Should houses be better energy efficient before they are mortgaged ??

    Should homes for sale be made to reach a certain energy efficiency grade ...
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    Which is more efficient, 120 or 240? MVolt Exterior LED

    I am installing a new Lithonia LED exterior security light to replace a metal halide light. The existing wiring is 240v. The new light is multi-voltage (120-277v), 42W, .35-.15A . Would you stick with the 240v or convert to 120v? I'm not sure if there are any real efficiencies with either...
  7. haptism

    Are modern storage heaters more efficient than old ones

    Would a brand new storage heater would be any more efficient than an older (circa 1970's) model ? I have not looked at any to compare as yet, but as they both heat up concrete blocks cant really see much difference tbh, anyone know ?
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    Energy efficient busbar design

    Hello, This is my very first thread on the forum. If I posted it in wrong part of the forum, just moved it. Thanks. According to the thread ( FREE Electrical Software from the Copper Development Association -...
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    Which energy efficient lightbulbs [lamps] can i use with digital lightswitch timers ?

    "Hello All", As this might be seen as an insignificant `problem` I tried to post this in the DIY section but there was no `New Thread` button showing and my `Status` was showing as `You may not post` - `You may not edit` etc. on that Forum webpage [I was logged in] however I may get more views...
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    Electric heaters - efficient??

    Hi, I've been asked for advice on what would be an efficient electric heater for a conservatory. I know electric isn't the best way to heat a room but do such products exist that are more efficient, not particularly less watts but just more efficient. obviously storage heaters on economy7 but...
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    Energy efficient flood lights

    So... Currently have a mixture of 400w halide floods and old 1000w halogens (1000w halogens on shorter columns) These are supposed to be lighting up a large car park, all controlled by photocell, on all night every night, customer wants to replace with a lot more energy efficient lighting and...
  12. M

    Efficient storage of solar getting closer

    Battery boost from coated silicon BBC News - Battery boost from coated silicon This looks promising for more ecological and economic storage of solar than the current battery solutions available. Matthew
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    Feed in tariffs for poor energy efficient homes

    Can someone point me to information on feed in tariffs if you dont meet the D standard, is there a sliding scale or what happens? Thanks
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    Are these super efficient panels?

    As someone with a keen interest in solar I am a long term loiterer on this forum, so thought it was time I joined. I also have a puzzle I can't work out. A year or two back I purchased some sunpower spr-90 90w panels for installation on my motor-home, and on my fathers. So far I have only...
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    Dimming energy efficient lamps...

    Hi all Do you need to buy special energy efficient lamps to use with a rotary dimmer switch? Thanks
    • Newbie90
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    • dimming efficient energy lamp lamps lighting lights
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Promoting your business, what's the most efficient way?

    Hi All, Just thought I'd start a thread to discuss the best and most cost effective way of promoting your business. The general consensus is to steer clear of Thomson/Yell, but what other avenues have people tried? I personally have a website and also use local paper advertising supplemented...
    • Dannyspark
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    • business efficient electricians' talk what's
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Business Related
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    Help with designing an efficient LED circuit

    Hey guys, I'm currently designing a small project for a university module. The theory is to have a light on top of a bus stop which signals to a bus driver that a pedestrian wants the bus. I'm having a bit of a problem with designing the circuit as I'm pretty useless once it comes to ACDC...
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    Part L Energy efficient lighting ?

    How do we stand with compliance with Part L regarding downlighters .Can we fit as many gu10/12v downlights as the customer requires or do we have to insist on a more efficient scheme.The building in question is a barn conversion.Would this be classed as a new build
    • BillyH
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    • aus efficient electricians' talk energy lighting part
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Australia
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    Symbol for energy efficient lampholder

    Hi All Is there a specific symbol for an energy efficient lampholder? I'm currently doing the 2391-20 and none of the symbols on the Legend supplied show such a symbol! Many Thanks
    • IP68
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    • aus efficient electricians' talk energy lamp lampholder lighting lights symbol
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Australia
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    Dimmable Energy efficient lamps

    A customer just phoned as he fitted some 9w low energy lamps, but when dimmed they flicker, he's asked me to pick some compatable lamps up for him when i next Order some materials. Do the first few on this page work with a dimmer? Or can someone recommend me some that are dimmable...
    • underdog
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    • aus dimmable efficient electricians' talk energy lamp lamps lighting lights
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Australia
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