Lumark Lighting XTOR1A Crosstour LED Wall Mount Light

The patent pending Lumark Crosstour™ LED Wall Pack Series of luminaries provides an architectural style with super bright, energy efficient LEDs. The low-profile, rugged die-cast aluminum construction, universal back box, stainless steel hardware along with a sealed and gasketed optical compartment make the Crosstour impervious to contaminants. The Crosstour wall luminaire is ideal for wall/surface, inverted mount for façade/canopy illumination, post/bollard and low level pathway illumination including stairs. Typical applications include building entrances, multi use facilities, apartment buildings, institutions, schools, stairways and loading docks.

Lumark Lighting XTOR1A Crosstour LED Wall Mount Light 10W, 5000K Color Temp. Bright White, Carbon Bronze ON SALE! $127.60

Construction: Slim, low profile LED design with rugged one-piece, die-cast aluminum hinged removable door and back box. Matching housing styles incorporate both a small and large design. Patent pending secure lock hinge feature allows for safe and easy tool-less electrical connections with the supplied lever-lock connectors. Back box includes three (3) half-inch, NPT threaded conduit entry points. The universal back box supports both the small and large forms and mounts to standard 3-1/2” to 4” round and octagonal, 4” square, single gang and masonry junction boxes. Key hole gasket allows for adaptation to junction box or wall. External fin design extracts heat from the fixture surface. One-piece silicone gasket seals door and back box. Not recommended for car wash applications.

Optical: Silicone sealed optical LED chamber incorporates a custom engineered mirrored anodized reflector providing high-efficiency illumination. Optical assembly includes impact-resistant tempered glass and meets IESNA requirements for full cutoff compliance. Solid state LED Crosstour luminaries are thermally optimized with five (5) lumen packages in cool 5000K LED color temperature (CCT).

Electrical: LED driver is mounted to the diecast housing for optimal heat sinking. LED thermal management system incorporates both conduction and natural convection to transfer heat rapidly away from the LED source. 10W models operate in -40°C to 40°C [-40°F to 104°F]. Crosstour luminaires maintain greater than 70% of initial light output after 50,000 hours of operation. Three (3) half-inch NPT threaded conduit entry points allow for thru-branch wiring. Back box is an authorized electrical wiring compartment. Integral LED electronic driver incorporate surge protection. 10W, 120V 50/60 Hz.

Finish: Crosstour is protected with a Super TGIC carbon bronze polyester powder coat paint.
Super TGIC powder coat paint finishes withstand extreme climate conditions while providing optimal color and gloss.

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Honeywell TH106 Line Volt 7 Day Programmable Electonic Thermostat

Looking for a 7 day programmable line voltage thermostat for electric heating? Look no further, this Honeywell TH106 is a Line Volt 7 Day Programmable Electronic Thermostat with many features such as; high- capacity electronic thermostat up to 4000 W/240 V, temperature control, on-screen heating power indicator,  early start function that ensures programmed temperature is reached by the programmed time, TRIAC switch, battery-free backup, and 2-wire non-polarized connection.

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Honeywell TH106 Line Volt 7 Day Programmable Electonic Thermostat with TRIAC for Electric Heating, 120/240V, Load 250W-2000W at 120V

Everything you want to know about LED lighting

What does LED stand for?

LED is short for light-emitting diode.

How long do LEDs last?

LEDs are notable for being extremely long-lasting products. Many LEDs have a rated life of up to 50,000 hours. This is approximately 50 times longer than a typical incandescent, 20-25 times longer than a typical halogen, and 8-10 times longer than a typical CFL. Used 12 hours a day, a 50,000 bulb will last more than 11 years. Used 8 hours a day, it will last 17 years!

Where can LEDs be used?

They can be used almost anywhere. LED replacements are already available for bulb types such as A-shape, PAR reflectors, MR reflectors, decorative, undercabinet, and more. When used on dimmers, particularly dimming systems that support many bulbs, we suggest testing a few LEDs first to test compatibility.

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What are the advantages of switching to LED?

The advantages of switching to LED are numerous. Here are just some of the benefits: LEDs use much less electricity than other bulbs, have extremely long rated lives, produce very little heat, do not emit UV or infrared, contain no mercury, are resistant to shock and vibration, and can operate effectively in extremely cold environments. For more information the advantages of LED, see LED: Is It Right For You?.

Why do LEDs cost more than other types of bulbs? Are they worth it?

LED is still a new technology, and the expense of producing quality product is still high. However, pricing has come down dramatically from just a few years ago and prices are expected to continue to drop. In terms of whether LEDs are worth the extra cost, it's helpful to look at the cost to operate a bulb in addition to the up-front cost. The energy savings realized in a switch to LED means that the extra up-front cost is often paid back rather quickly, and you'll wind up saving money over the life of the bulb. If you'd like to see this in action, check out our Energy Savings Calculator. Here is an example: for a residential customer who may have the light on for just 10 hours per week the payback is over 10 years. On the other hand, a retail or restaurant client who is burning lights for 90-100 hours per week will calculate their payback on a $70 LED PAR to be less than 18 months. Taking a look at your payback estimate should definitely be a consideration when deciding if LED is right for you.

Is there really any difference between a $10 LED and a $50 LED?

Yes. LEDs are very similar to consumer electronics and quality really matters. In order for an LED to function properly and provide an acceptable light output, all of the components must be built to last. It's always a good idea to buy from a manufacturer and retailer that you're confident will stand behind the product. If you'd like to learn more about the components and how cheaply-made LEDs stack up against top-quality product, check out A Tale of Two Bulbs.

Is an LED going to produce enough light to replace my current bulb?

For most applications, yes. Off-the-shelf LED products are now reliably replacing incandescent equivalents of up to 100 watts, and specialty products are available to replace even higher wattages. If you'd like to learn more about LED light output, take a look at this article on light output.

What's the quality of LED light?

If you buy quality product, the light quality is excellent. Color Rendering Index (CRI) is generally used to measure light quality on a scale from 1-100. Most LEDs have a CRI rating of at least 80, and many are rated 90 and above.

How green are LEDs?

LEDs are very green. For starters, they use much less electricity than many other lighting products. This means that less electricity has to be produced to operate them, and resulting in lower emissions from power plants, especially in areas where coal-fired plants are common. Unlike CFLs, they contain no mercury. Because of their long life, they also reduce solid waste: If you replace an incandescent bulb with an LED, you will prevent fifty 1,000 hour incandescent bulbs from being thrown away. Additionally, they produce very little heat and can reduce energy usage related to HVAC. The U.S. Department of Energy has estimated that increased adoption of LEDs over the next 15 years would also reduce electricity demands from lighting by 62 percent, prevent 258 million metric tons of carbon emissions, and eliminate the need for 133 new power plants.

Can LEDs be used with dimmers?

Usually, yes. Many LEDs are specifically listed as being dimmable. Some dimming systems work with LEDs better than others, so it's best to test one or two before completely re-lamping a space.

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Should LEDs be used in enclosed fixtures?

Not if they are completely enclosed. In order for an LED to function correctly, they must be in a non-enclosed fixture to allow for heat to dissipate from the heat sink. Otherwise, they can overheat and may fail early.

Are there rebates/incentives/tax credits available for switching to LED?

In many cases, yes. In order to find out if you are eligible for a rebate or other incentive program, you can reference the Department of Energy's DSIRE site, or call a Bulbs.com Lighting Specialist.

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Residential Energy Savings

When it comes to energy efficiency, you have plenty of options. However, many homeowners overlook a key energy-saving opportunity – lighting. It accounts for almost 20% of the average homeowner's monthly electric bill. Lutron light controls can help increase energy savings throughout your home.

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Light control offers many ways to help the environment, while beautifying your home. Lutron dimmers and light control systems let you use just the right amount of light, reducing electricity usage and extending bulb life. With eco-home products from Lutron, you can save energy without sacrificing comfort or style. Our whole home light control systems extend energy saving throughout your entire home and our advanced technology allows you to control the latest energy-efficient light sources, such as LEDs and fluorescent lamps. Shading solutions help optimize daylight in your home by reducing heating and cooling costs while making the space more comfortable. The perfect complement to light and shade control, temperature control gives you the ability to adjust heating and cooling systems any time of day—even while you’re away from home, saving on your energy usage. Lutron also offers a variety of single room solutions to further increase your home’s energy efficiency.

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Installing dimmers is one of the easiest green home improvements you can make. With our full line of eco-home dimmers, sensors and timers, you have a variety of options to help you add energy-saving to a single space or throughout your home. View Lutron's top 10 energy benefits of light control.

Residential Rebates & Incentives

Your efforts in saving energy may qualify for federal and state rebates. Many rebates and other incentives exist for those creating energy efficient settings. For your convenience, Lutron has created a thorough list of stimulus funds, tax incentives and other programs that could provide financial assistance for your project.

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Sprucing Up Your Bathroom

 

Let’s face it – even the oft-forgotten bathroom needs some sprucing up from time to time. We have some great ideas to add a dash of style, a hint of freshness and improve the overall look of the room with the right lighting.

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Starting simple, some nice fresh flowers or a green plant will bring nature’s beauty inside and naturally freshen the bathroom. Cut some pretty flowers from your own garden for an expense-free way to add color every day.

Install a Humidity Sensor and Fan Control for a trouble-free way to reduce excess condensation, keeping the bathroom fresh. This device automatically detects excess humidity and activates the ventilation fan to effectively lessen condensation which helps reduce mold and mildew.  Plus, it helps save energy by automatically operating the fan only when needed to control excess humidity. Yes, no more fan running for hours because someone forgot to turn it off!

Update your style by changing wall hangings, pictures, throw rugs and shower curtains each season. You’ll be amazed how something so simple can add a little lift. And it doesn’t take much time to do.

If you are feeling really adventurous you may want to re-grout the tile. You just don’t realize how dingy that white grout has become until it’s all bright and shiny new! Plus, good grouting helps keep water from seeping behind tiles; another way to help prevent mold and mildew.

Replace you basic ON/OFF switch with a dimmer. You never appreciate how great it is to be able to adjust the light level until you actually can!  Just think about a nice relaxing bath in dimly lit room and then, poof, raise the lights for applying make-up or shaving. And, keeping lights set at mid-level for everyday use helps save energy. 

Last, but certainly not at all least, is a GFCI with guide lights. Safety is always number one on our list so if you don’t have a GFCI outlet in your bathroom upgrade today. Our GFCI Guide Light model has two LEDs, automatically providing a soft glow when the room is dark. Perfect for guests and nighttime visits.

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Juno Hyperbolic LED Trims

With new Juno-brand Hyperbolic LED Trims, architects, specifiers, builders and contractors can now create a “Silent Ceiling™” effect – a step above a “quiet ceiling” – in residential and light commercial applications.

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DES PLAINES, Ill. — May 27, 2014 — Juno Lighting Group®, a leader in high-quality commercial and residential lighting solutions, announced the availability of its exclusive, patent pending Hyperbolic LED Trims for 5- and 6-inch Juno® LED luminaries. Previously only available with Juno Lighting GroupIndy™-brand luminaires for commercial use, with the new Juno-brand Hyperbolic LED Trims, architects, specifiers, builders and contractors can now create a “Silent Ceiling™” effect – a step above a “quiet ceiling” – in residential and light commercial applications.

Juno Hyperbolic LED Trims are ideal for creating low-brightness ceilings with virtually no glare while significantly increasing luminaire efficiency and efficacy by 35 percent when compared to conventional reflectors. To achieve this, Juno Hyperbolic LED Trims use a patent-pending technology to reduce the amount of light incident on the lower portion of the reflector, dramatically cutting aperture brightness.

Prompted by the demand for low glare, high efficiency LED luminaires, Juno Lighting Group engineers conducted extensive research and testing, and discovered that changing the overall shape of the reflector from cone to hyperbolic provides superior light distribution control for LED sources. This is because the hyperbolic shape takes advantage of the directional nature of LED light sources, spreading and directing light down toward the work plane.

The hyperbolic shape takes advantage of the directional nature of LED light sources, spreading and directing light down toward the work plane.

Juno-brand Hyperbolic trims are available for Juno-brand 4-, 5- and 6-inch 600, 900 and 1400 lumen residential/light commercial IC and TC rated downlights in a wide variety of finishes and are as simple to install as a standard trim.

The Juno 5-inch and 6-inch Hyperbolic LED Trims are currently available through Juno Lighting Group channel partners.

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About Juno Lighting Group

Founded in 1976, Juno Lighting Group is an industry leader in offering high-quality, energy-efficient commercial and residential lighting solutions. Under the Juno Lighting Group umbrella, the company comprises six product brands: Juno®, Indy™, AccuLite™, Aculux®, NaviLite® and DanaLite. Juno Lighting Group is a Schneider Electric company, a global specialist in energy management.

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Enhance Comfort & Convenience

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Your home and your workplace should be designed to complement your needs. As your needs change throughout the day, your lighting should adapt as well; bright to read a book, but dim for computer use. Whether you are at home or at work, Lutron solutions provide convenient access to light control, creating a comfortable atmosphere to support your activities throughout the day.

Elements of Comfort

Personalize a light control system to recall favorite settings and effortlessly transform the light that surrounds you. Control your home's lighting from a master keypad or by remote to easily change your visual environment at the touch of a button. Install timers, fan controls, and occupancy/vacancy sensors for added convenience, to automatically control your lights and fans.

For rooms with ample sunlight, you can integrate a shading solution with electric lighting for total light control. Shades can be preset for different room uses or adjusted for changes in time of day or season.

Set the Work Atmosphere

Comfort and convenience don't have to be restricted to the home. Bring the right ambiance to your workplace and watch how light control can create a more productive environment. A conference room can serve multiple purposes throughout the day, from video presentations to brainstorming sessions. Many of Lutron's solutions, including the GRAFIK Eye® QS, allow the users to set the right light for every business need with the convenience of personal control and one-touch settings. Expand your capabilities throughout an entire floor or building with a total light management system, such as GRAFIK 7000™ or Quantum®. Monitor the lights and shades from a centralized location or online. When designed properly, your space will work as hard as you do.

Made for flawless incorporation with any décor, Lutron offers a wide range of colors and styles, so design never suffers for the sake of operations. With Lutron's advanced technology and dedication to peerless quality, luxury is completely in your control.

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