8W NW Dimmable Tube Light Review

General Information

ID #142
SKU T18-E27-8W150-NW-DIM
Series LED Tube Lights
Manufacturer EagleLight (other LEDs from EagleLight)
Fitting Type E26 (other E26 LEDs)
Light Type Globe
Height 165mm
Width 63mm
Weight 161g
Warranty N/A
Test Date 2013-05-31
Review Notes Claimed light source: 150 LEDs in "corn cob" configuration. Claimed replacement for 60W Incandescent (which is pretty much true). Emits high levels of radio frequency interference but is fairly efficient. Globe is larger than a traditional light so will not fit into all fixtures.
Price $45.99 (USD) from EagleLight on 30th of May 2013
Rating

 

LED Specifications

Claimed Measured Compared To
Watts 8W 8.5W @ 123V 64.7W @ 246V
Yearly Running Cost[?] $1.75 $1.86 $14.17
Lumens 500 lm 728 lm 811 lm
Efficiency[?] 63 lm/W 86 lm/W 13 lm/W
Lumens/Purchase Price 11 lm/$ 16 lm/$ 406 lm/$
Power Factor[?] N/A 0.91 1
Color [?] White White, 4349K Warm White, 2711K
Angle[?] 180° 275° Omni-Directional
Dimmable Yes, Leading Edge Below average Yes, Trailing Edge
CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] 81 73
Life 40,000 hours Not Measured 1,000 hours
Min/Max Voltage N/A / 120V 240V / 240V
Min/Max Temperature -20°C / 45°C N/A
Measured Temperature 46°C @ 25°C ambient
115°F @ 77°F ambient
158°C @ 25°C ambient
316°F @ 77°F ambient
Flicker Percent[?] 2% 11%
Flicker Index[?] 0.004 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

Angle: 275° (±137.5° from bottom), 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: 2%, Index: 0.004 (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]

 

LEDs in this Series

Name Price Watts Lumens Efficiency Color Angle Fitting
5W NW Dimmable Tube Light $21 (USD) 6.2W 382lm 72lm/W White, 4498K 256° E26
5W WW Dimmable Tube Light $21 (USD) 5.8W 328lm 66lm/W Warm White, 3243K 264° E26
8W NW Dimmable Tube Light $46 (USD) 8.5W 728lm 62lm/W White, 4349K 275° E26
8W WW Dimmable Tube Light $46 (USD) 8W 668lm 52lm/W Warm White, 3192K 265° E26

 

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.