4W LED Star Classic A 25 Review

General Information

ID #296
SKU N/A
Series LED Star Classic
Manufacturer OSRAM (other LEDs from OSRAM)
Fitting Type B22 (other B22 LEDs)
Light Type Globe
Height 110mm
Width 60mm
Weight 96g
Warranty 3 Years
Test Date 2014-07-31
Review Notes Classically shaped globe with reasonable efficiency and reasonable price. Would replace a 30W incandescent globe. But like many LED lights the light output is more directional than an incandescent. Most of the light is directed downwards, with very little to the sides and above. Also available in a screw fitting. Carries RCM approval marking. Osram appear to have been very conservative with their Lumens claim, with our measured output exceeding their specs. It is rare, but welcome, change for a manufacturer to over deliver. Would have scored better but Osram only claim a life of 15,000 hours.
Price $8.90 (AUD) from Bunnings Warehouse on 30th of July 2014
Rating

 

LED Specifications

Claimed Measured Compared To
Watts 4W 4.7W @ 243V 64.7W @ 246V
Yearly Running Cost[?] $0.88 $1.03 $14.17
Lumens 250 lm 351 lm 811 lm
Efficiency[?] 63 lm/W 75 lm/W 13 lm/W
Lumens/Purchase Price 28 lm/$ 39 lm/$ 406 lm/$
Power Factor[?] N/A 0.84 1
Color [?] Warm White, 2700K Warm White, 2745K Warm White, 2711K
Angle[?] Omni-Directional 133° Omni-Directional
Dimmable Not Dimmable N/A Yes, Trailing Edge
CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] 80 83
Life 15,000 hours Not Measured 1,000 hours
Min/Max Voltage 220V / 240V 240V / 240V
Min/Max Temperature N/A / N/A N/A
Measured Temperature 55°C @ 25°C ambient
131°F @ 77°F ambient
158°C @ 25°C ambient
316°F @ 77°F ambient
Flicker Percent[?] 24% 11%
Flicker Index[?] 0.071 0.034

 

Link to manufacturer specifications at time of testing

 

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Distribution Graph

Angle: 133° (±66.5° 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: 24%, Index: 0.071 (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
10.5W LED Star Classic A 100 $16 (AUD) 10.8W 882lm 100lm/W Warm White, 2780K 221° B22
10W LED Star Classic A 50 $25 (AUD) 10.2W 651lm 65lm/W Warm White, 2923K 151° B22
4.5W LED Star Classic A 25 $16 (AUD) 4.5W 260lm 56lm/W Warm White, 2968K 133° B22
4W LED Star Classic A 25 $9 (AUD) 4.7W 351lm 62lm/W Warm White, 2745K 133° B22
9W LED Star Classic A 60 $13 (AUD) 9.7W 722lm 72lm/W Warm White, 2796K 142° B22

 

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.