Mono Lens 13W LED Downlight Round WW Review

General Information

ID #228
SKU EV-DLK13-SILVER-WW
Series DLK-13
Manufacturer Domus Lighting (other LEDs from Domus Lighting)
Fitting Type Kit (other Kit LEDs)
Light Type Downlight (PAR)
Height 100mm
Diameter PAR35 (110mm)
Weight 397g
Warranty 3 Years
Test Date 2013-11-15
Review Notes Includes 13W Evergreen LED Power supply, EV-13W-D-330mA. Driver carries C-Tick and CE approval labels. Claimed light source: Sharp COB LED. Suits 80mm - 90 mm diameter cutout, comes with adaptor ring to suit 90mm hole. Advertised as dimmable with most dimmers, including C-Bus. Leading edge and universal dimmer circuit were both tested with no visible flicker, however lowest dimming level was still quite bright when using a universal dimmer. Dimming performance using a leading edge dimmer was better (results shown below). Adjustable gimbal ±15°.
Price $71.95 (AUD) from wayfair on 14th of November 2013
Rating

 

LED Specifications

Claimed Measured Compared To
Watts 13W 15.9W @ 247V
LED Driver Transformer
54.7W @ 12V
Yearly Running Cost[?] $2.85 $3.48 $11.98
Lumens 1045 lm 910 lm 765 lm
Efficiency[?] 80 lm/W 57 lm/W 14 lm/W
Lumens/Purchase Price 15 lm/$ 13 lm/$ 170 lm/$
Power Factor[?] N/A 0.97 1
Color [?] Warm White, 3000K Warm White, 3046K Warm White, 3015K
Angle[?] 60° 50° 45°
Dimmable Yes, Leading or Trailing Edge Excellent Yes, Trailing Edge
CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] 83 83
Life 50,000 hours Not Measured 6,000 hours
Min/Max Voltage 200V / 265V N/A
Min/Max Temperature -20°C / 65°C N/A
Measured Temperature 63°C @ 25°C ambient
145°F @ 77°F ambient
256°C @ 25°C ambient
493°F @ 77°F ambient
Flicker Percent[?] 11% 3%
Flicker Index[?] 0.034 0.008

 

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: 50° (±25° 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: 11%, Index: 0.034 (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
Mono Lens 13W LED Downlight Round White $79 (AUD) 15.7W 957lm 84lm/W White, 5294K 52° Kit
Mono Lens 13W LED Downlight Round WW $72 (AUD) 15.9W 910lm 80lm/W Warm White, 3046K 50° Kit

 

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.