Extensive range of halogen light bulbs
We stock an extensive and comprehensive range of halogen light bulbs in a variety of styles, colours, caps and wattages. Also known as tungsten halogen lamps they are a high intensity light source suitable for a multitude of applications.
Colours; Amber, Blue, Black, Clear, Cool White, Daylight, Frosted, Gold, Green, Infra-Red, Light Ruby, Magenta, Purple, Red, Ruby, Silver, Warm White, White and Yellow.
Wattages; 5w, 8w, 10w, 12w, 14w, 15w, 18w, 20w, 25w, 28w, 30w, 35w, 40w, 42w, 45w, 50w, 60w, 65w, 70w, 72w, 75w, 90w, 100w, 105w, 150w, 175w, 200w, 250w, 300w, 375w, 400w, 500w, 700w, 750w, 850w, 1000w, 1200w, 1300w, 1400w, 1500w, 1600w, 2000w and 3000 watt.
Voltages; 6v, 12v, 24v, 28v, 42v, 110-130v, 120v, 147v, 220-240v, 235v and 380-440v
Caps; BC (Bayonet Cap), SBC (Small Bayonet Cap), ES (Edison Screw), SES (Small Edison Screw), MES (Miniature Edison Screw), GES (Giant Edison Screw), E11, FA4, G4, G53, G6.35/GY6.35, G9, GU10, GU4/GZ4, GX5.3/GU5.3, GY4, GZ10, R7s/RX7s, SK15s, Metal Sleeve and Strap/Tab.
Shapes; Capsule, Double Ended, Golfball, Candle, Reflector/Spotlight, Standard GLS and Tubular.
Benefits of using Halogen Light Bulbs
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They produce and extremely bright white constant light without burning out quickly.
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The high precision light produced makes them ideal for task lighting applications such as operating tables, dentist chairs, laboratories and craftwork.
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There are light fixtures with special reflectors made especially for halogen bulbs. These lamps and light fixtures make halogen bulbs even more effective in producing a bright and focused light.
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They use less energy to produce highly bright light compared to incandescent bulbs. Halogen requires a stronger glass because its filament burns much hotter than a regular incandescent but because the interior bulb environment is carefully controlled; the bulb lasts longer than a traditional bulb they make bright, cost efficient porch lights and other outdoor and evening lights that reach further and illuminate more than regular light bulbs.
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The extremely bright light they can produce is useful for photography and film. (Lighting used in spotlights and lighting for motion picture and stills are almost always halogen light bulbs.)
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Unlike most fluorescent energy-saving light bulbs, are dimmable. This allows you the freedom to create various moods and environments not possible with fluorescent lighting.
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Halogens come in a variety of sizes and shapes which make them a great choice for track, recessed, outside and security lighting.
Halogen light bulbs are available in so many shapes and styles that it would be boring reading to list them all. However, here is a summary of the breadth of choice available to you.
GU10; One of the most common light bulbs in the UK, the GU10 is a very adaptable light source in a choice of colours, wattages, voltages and diameters. Ideal for use in kitchens, bathrooms, reception areas, lounges, offices, shop displays, conference rooms, corridors, restaurants and hotels, they are an extremely versatile lighting solution. With an average life of 2000 to 5000 hours this is an affordable replacement for standard incandescent lamps.
Energy-Saving; Our excellent range of energy-saving halogen light bulbs features instant start and energy saving technology to help you do your bit for the environment. These lamps are direct retrofits for incandescent light bulbs in the familiar styles and shapes of those old lamps.
Capsule Lamps; Replacement lamps for standard incandescent capsules, in all caps, that are perfectly suited to professional applications, desk lighting and small decorative luminaires. They produce a bright, sparkling halogen light to create the desired atmosphere.
MR16, MR11, GZ10, MR8, Reflectors; These light bulbs are an excellent light source for accent and decorative general lighting in shops, home, restaurants, galleries, exhibitions and museums, to name but a few possibilities. With clear or frosted glass, in open or enclosed versions the high intensity light beam creates well defined lighting. The colour rendering is also excellent and these lamps have an average life of 2000 to 5000 hours depending on the lamp.
Infra-Red; Normally used for high temperature applications, such as patio heaters, research, testing, welding, brazing as well as domestic and farm heating. They have an average life of between 1000 and 7500 Hours, depending on the lamp.
Coloured, Square and Hexagonal; To add a twist to your décor, these halogen lamps are a great choice! For something different in your kitchen choose an unusual shape lamp. Applications for coloured light bulbs include domestic, retail, commercial, accent, display and effect lighting, atmospheric lighting for parties, Christmas and special occasions, amusement parks, stage lighting, architectural and entertainment, monument illumination, floodlighting and spotlighting.
The average life of halogen light bulbs varies between 1500 hours and 7500 hours, dependant on the product, with the majority of Halogen Light Bulbs featuring a 2000 lamp life. So whatever your halogen lighting requirements look no further than our range here at BLT Direct.
If you have any questions or cannot find the bulb you require please call our sales team on 01473 712868.
