How Do Xenon Bulbs Work?
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Advantages of Using Xenon Bulbs
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Xenon bulbs feature a whitish blue color that resembles daylight. Unlike halogen bulbs, xenon bulbs do not get hot to the touch, nor do they emit many UV rays. In addition, they are not affected by unstable voltages or high pressure; halogen bulbs, by contrast, sometimes fail in these situations.
These factors make xenon bulbs safe and attractive for home or automotive lighting. While they may be $2 to $3 per bulb, they last for a long time---anywhere from 8,000 to 20,000 hours, according to Pegasus Associates Lighting.
To switch to xenon bulbs in your home, purchase the same wattage and style bulb as your old halogen version.
How Xenon Bulbs Work
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While most conventional lights rely on a filament to ignite, xenon relies on a chamber filled with gas and particles of metal halides. When the bulb gets power, electrons in the xenon gas collide with the metal halides to produce light. A high initial charge is required to light the xenon bulb, but after this initial burst, it runs on a low level of energy, saving resources and money. Xenon bulbs emit a constant light, so there is no flickering, and the bulbs remain cool to the touch.
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A Better Choice for Cars
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Xenon bulbs are a better choice for cars because they have a longer life, the light they emit is brighter and more like a natural daylight, and they are less prone to failure or poor performance than halogen bulbs. Xenon headlights actually emit twice the light of halogen headlights.
If you're unsure how to make the switch to xenon, talk to your mechanic. Most cars can make the switch with a simple converter kit.
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