Efficiency Illuminated: How LED Tube Lights Slash Energy Costs

Joe/ May 23, 2023/ Energy Saving

Discover the Money-Saving Potential of LED Tube Lights

Switching to energy-efficient LED tube lights is one of the best ways to reduce your energy bill. In addition to saving you money, LED tube lights require less maintenance, are better for the environment, and have a longer lifespan than traditional fluorescent bulbs.

Electrical consumption accounts for an average of 17% of a company’s budget, and switching to LED lights can significantly impact your electric bill. If you’re looking for the best ways to save money on electricity, read on for a breakdown of why switching your lighting system to LED tube lights is the perfect solution.

Comparison of LED Tube Lights to Traditional Fluorescent Lights

To understand the benefits of LED tube lights, let’s first look at how they compare to traditional fluorescent lamps. Most people can’t tell there is a difference between them, but several key differences distinguish LED tube lights from their fluorescent predecessors.

Color

Color is one of the most significant differences between LED and fluorescent lights. The chips in LED light include all colors of the spectrum, resulting in light that resembles natural sunlight. Fluorescent lights, on the other hand, produce a harsh, unflattering color.

Efficiency

Another difference between LED and fluorescent lights is the efficiency of the bulbs. LED tubes produce much more light per watt than fluorescent bulbs, about 130 lumens per watt (lm/watt). Fluorescent lights produce 50-100 (lm/w); much of that energy is wasted as heat, whereas LED bulbs stay cool.

Longevity and Maintenance

LED bulbs last a lot longer than fluorescent bulbs. The lifespan of fluorescent bulbs is around 1,200-1,600 hours, while LED lights have a 50,000+ lifespan. This means far less maintenance is required for LED lighting and many bulb changes when you use fluorescent lights.

Materials

LED tube lights are manufactured with high-quality materials free from lead, mercury, and other toxins. Fluorescent bulbs, however, are often made from glass or plastic and contain mercury, an extremely hazardous material. When a fluorescent bulb breaks, it can expose everyone in the facility to this toxic substance. Given their durability, it’s highly unlikely an LED bulb will break, but in case one does, there’s no risk of exposure to toxic chemicals.

Recyclability

One great feature of LED tube lights is they are recyclable. The aluminum and plastic elements can be recycled through local facilities, though you may need to research to find a place near you that accepts the electrical components. Unfortunately, fluorescent bulbs are not recyclable and must be disposed of through hazardous waste facilities.

Advantages of LED Tube Lights 

Here are some of the main advantages of using LED tube lights over fluorescent tubes:

Reduced Energy and Maintenance Costs

When it comes to efficiency in lighting, you can’t beat LED tube lights. Replacing your fluorescent bulbs with LED tube lights significantly reduces your energy use since LED bulbs are 90% more efficient. In addition, you will see savings over the course of the lifetime of the bulb.

In addition, LED bulbs stay cool to the touch during use. Since non-LED lights produce heat, even more energy must be used to offset the heat they produce.

Finally, since LED bulbs require less maintenance, you will also save costs associated with the time and labor of maintaining and replacing fluorescent or incandescent bulbs.

Environmental Impact

Being the more energy-efficient choice makes LED bulbs better for the environment. But it’s not just their energy conservation that makes them environmentally friendly. Their materials are non-toxic and safe, and the bulbs are fully recyclable.

Safety

Safety is another advantage LED tube lights have over fluorescent bulbs. Since they do not contain mercury, there is no potential for people in your facility to be exposed to a hazardous material should they break. However, they will unlikely break because LED tube lights are so durable.

Because LED tube lights do not emit heat, there’s also a lower risk of burns and fires using them over fluorescent and incandescent lights.

Switch to LED Tube Lights with HyLite LED Lighting

Given their many benefits and advantages, now is the perfect time to switch to LED tube lights and upgrade your lighting system.

At HyLite LED Lighting, we provide energy-efficient LED lighting solutions to suit any need. Our team of experts can help you create a more sustainable and cost-effective lighting system, from retrofitting existing fixtures to designing new lighting schemes.

Contact us today to get started. 803.336.2230