12.5W AmbientLED Review
General Information
| ID | #15 |
|---|---|
| SKU | BC12A19/AMB/2700-800 120V |
| Series | AmbientLED |
| Manufacturer | Philips (other LEDs from Philips) |
| Fitting Type | E26 (other E26 LEDs) |
| Light Type | Globe |
| Height | 108mm |
| Width | 58mm |
| Weight | 177g |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Test Date | 2013-03-13 |
| Review Notes | Model: 12E26A60-1 Qualified ENERGY STAR model. Appears yellow until powered up. Aside from the slightly strange appearance this is a good all round globe. There are several similar looking globes from Philips including the LPrize globe, an anaemic 8W version and a 240V version. Easy to get them mixed up. |
| Price | $18.05 (USD) from Amazon on 10th of April 2013 |
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LED Specifications
| Claimed | Measured |
Compared To |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Watts | 12.5W | 12.2W @ 122V | 64.7W @ 246V |
| Yearly Running Cost[?] | $2.74 | $2.67 | $14.17 |
| Lumens | 805 lm | 902 lm | 811 lm |
| Efficiency[?] | 64 lm/W | 74 lm/W | 13 lm/W |
| Lumens/Purchase Price | 45 lm/$ | 50 lm/$ | 406 lm/$ |
| Power Factor[?] | N/A | 0.82 | 1 |
| Color [?] | Warm White, 2690K | Warm White, 2618K | Warm White, 2711K |
| Angle[?] | Omni-Directional | Omni-Directional | Omni-Directional |
| Dimmable | Yes, Leading Edge | Excellent | Yes, Trailing Edge |
| CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] | 80 | 81 | |
| Life | 25,000 hours | Not Measured | 1,000 hours |
| Min/Max Voltage | 110V / 130V | 240V / 240V | |
| Min/Max Temperature | N/A / N/A | N/A | |
| Measured Temperature | 79°C @ 25°C ambient 174°F @ 77°F ambient |
158°C @ 25°C ambient 316°F @ 77°F ambient |
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| Flicker Percent[?] | 1% | 11% | |
| Flicker Index[?] | 0.0023 | 0.034 |
Link to manufacturer specifications at time of testing
Dimming measurements
Graph notes: Dimming performance can be highly dependant on the type of dimmer, the number of lights in the circuit and other factors. Results in your house might vary. Mouse over the graph for more details. Position 10 = Not dimmed. Position 1 = Fully dimmed.
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Distribution Graph
Graph notes: Shows the intensity of the light when viewed from different angles. Normal omni-directional globes have a fairly constant output all the way around (excepting directly above). Downlights have a narrow range at the bottom in which the light is emmited, this determines their angle.
Spectrum Graph
Graph notes: Shows the breakdown of the LED light into its component colors. With short wavelength ultraviolet on the left and long wavelength infrared on the right. The green line represents the relative absolute strength of the light at each frequency, while the red line represents what the typical human eye would see. The human eye is most sensitive to green light, but much less sensitive to purples and deep reds.
LEDs in this Series
| Name | Price | Watts | Lumens | Efficiency | Color | Angle | Fitting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11W Dimmable AmbientLED Daylight | $18 (USD) | 11W | 817lm | 75lm/W | White, 4847K | N/A | E26 |
| 11W Dimmable AmbientLED Soft White | $16 (USD) | 11.5W | 812lm | 75lm/W | Warm White, 2660K | N/A | E26 |
| 12.5W AmbientLED | $18 (USD) | 12.2W | 902lm | 64lm/W | Warm White, 2618K | N/A | E26 |
| 7W Focused Beam | $37 (AUD) | 7.9W | 255lm | 44lm/W | Warm White, 2691K | 32° | MR16 |
| 7W PAR20 Flood | $27 (USD) | 6.7W | 264lm | 40lm/W | Warm White, 2679K | 22° | E26 |
| 8W PAR20 Flood | $30 (USD) | 8.3W | 363lm | 59lm/W | Warm White, 2979K | 23° | E26 |
| Clear Sparkle/NOVALLURE candle 3W E14 | $27 (AUD) | 3.2W | 143lm | 45lm/W | Warm White, 2741K | 177° | E14 |
Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these results, each measurement carries an inherent degree of uncertainty and error. Safety and EMC compliance of products to regional or international standards have not been verified unless noted as an ENERGY STAR® LED Lighting Facts, or SSL Quality Scheme certified product. Retailers and importers selling unmarked or unapproved electrical goods can be fined or imprisoned. Mains supplied downlights require installation by a licensed electrician.