Using Portable Cold Cathode Light Systems

By Georgia Diaz


Many people are now actively looking for more energy efficient ways to run their homes and businesses. This extents to vehicles, boats and commercial properties. As they look around for ways to stay competitive whilst still saving money, many people have turned to the latest technology of portable cold cathode light systems.

Many people are surprised to learn that this type of system can easily provide over ninety thousand hours of lighting. This is far more than the traditional bulbs and lamps. The reason for this extremely long life is that the cathode lights do not use filaments. Filaments are the thin strand inside conventional bulbs that has a tendencies to burn out and deteriorate over time. By utilizing filament free technology the life of the bulb has been increased dramatically.

The filament was standard in bulbs for decades. This thin wire was the part that provided the light. In the early days simply having light was a miracle. However, technology has moved so fast that these old fashioned bulbs have become the dinosaur of lighting systems. They are very fragile and the filament has a tendency to burn out quickly. This puts a very definite restriction on their uses and life span.

The portable lighting units have many uses. They have proved very valuable to emergency response teams all over the world. They can be set up quickly and easily at the site of an accident or natural disaster. Having a good, reliable source of lighting can actually be the difference between life and death in many disaster situations. The military have also used them with great success in a number of settings.

Those who work or play on the water are also finding that the cathode lighting units are a huge benefit to them. The ocean is a dangerous and unpredictable place. Having a safe and efficient way to provide lights is a huge factor in the running of a commercial vessel. The crew are often working around the clock and being able to see well not only speeds up productivity but also reduces the instance of accidents.

In addition to emergency vehicles, school buses are also been fitted with portable cathode lights. In the dark winter months many children are riding the buses before it gets light. Both drivers and students are reporting a big difference in their rides. It also adds a huge element of safety should their be a break down or other hold up.

Many people with some basic background knowledge have been able to install their own lights. Others who are not familiar with electrical systems should hire an experienced and certified contractor to do the work. Each new unit comes with a clear set of installation instructions. If the purchaser has any questions they can contact the customer service department and speak with a friendly and knowledgeable member of the staff.

The new portable cold cathode light units are getting excellent reviews from those who use them. Many people are happy to be making a positive contribution to sustainable energy and saving money at the same time.




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