Lowes to Carry Electron-Stimulated Luminescence Light Bulbs

November 28th, 2011 by Elizabeth Smyth

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Vu1 Corporation, a manufacturer of mercury-free, energy-efficient lighting technology recently announced that Lowes would carry the R30 Electron Stimulated Luminescence light bulb. The bulb is a direct replacement for the 65-watt incandescent flood bulb found in many recessed lighting fixtures.

Unlike compact florescent lights, the ESL is mercury-free, allowing for easy disposal and clean-up if damaged. According to the company: “ESL technology creates the same light quality as an incandescent but is up to 70% more energy efficient and lasts up to 11,000 hours.”

The ESL light bulbs will be available on lowes.com starting December 1st and in retail stores in February 2012. It will retail for approximately $14.98.

Photo: Vu1 Corporation

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Tags: Electron Stimulated Luminescence, esl, incandescent bulb, light fixtures, recessed lighting

About the Author

Elizabeth Smyth is a writer for Precision Paragon, an energy efficient commercial lighting manufacturer and a leading source for lighting retrofit solutions.

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But the quality of the LED light pales in comparison to these, and LED acts more as a spotlight than a in home light.
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11,000 hours for $15. Or $25 for 50,000 hours with LED