12W Dimmable myAmbiance Review

General Information

ID #86
SKU 872790091840300
Series N/A
Manufacturer Philips (other LEDs from Philips)
Fitting Type B22 (other B22 LEDs)
Light Type Globe
Height 108mm
Width 58mm
Weight 178g
Warranty 2 Years
Test Date 2013-04-11
Review Notes 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 110V version. Easy to get them mixed up. This isn't quite as good as the 100V US version despite being double the price. Philips have no written warranty for Australian customers. Statutory warranty will apply however. In Europe this same globe appears to be called, the "MASTER LEDbulb D 12-60W B22 2700K A60".
Price $49.99 (AUD) from Masters Hardware on 20th of June 2013
Rating

 

LED Specifications

Claimed Measured Compared To
Watts 12W 12.3W @ 246V 64.7W @ 246V
Yearly Running Cost[?] $2.63 $2.69 $14.17
Lumens 806 lm 839 lm 811 lm
Efficiency[?] 67 lm/W 68 lm/W 13 lm/W
Lumens/Purchase Price 16 lm/$ 17 lm/$ 406 lm/$
Power Factor[?] N/A 0.88 1
Color [?] Warm White, 2700K Warm White, 2624K Warm White, 2711K
Angle[?] Omni-Directional Omni-Directional Omni-Directional
Dimmable Yes, Leading Edge Fair Yes, Trailing Edge
CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] 80 81
Life 25,000 hours Not Measured 1,000 hours
Min/Max Voltage 220V / 240V 240V / 240V
Min/Max Temperature N/A / N/A N/A
Measured Temperature 69°C @ 25°C ambient
156°F @ 77°F ambient
158°C @ 25°C ambient
316°F @ 77°F ambient
Flicker Percent[?] 1% 11%
Flicker Index[?] 0.002 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

Maximum lux:

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

Representation of color spectrum

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.

 

Flicker Graph

Graph of measured flicker

Percent: 1%, Index: 0.002 (lower is better in both cases)

Graph notes: Shows variation in light output over 1/10th of a second, with relative light output on the Y axis and time on the X Axis. Measured with a photodiode connected to an Oscilloscope. Ideally the yellow line should be flat. Low frequency high amplitude waveforms mean there is a possibility of noticeable flicker, but sensitivity to flicker varies between people. [More details about LED flicker]

 

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.