The OttLite DifferenceWhen it comes to lighting, brighter isn't always better. Bright light sources reveal vibrant colors but also cause a harsh glare, causing the eye muscles to squint. Other light sources reveal high contrast so that edges of objects appear clear, but the drawback is distorted color. Also, the more intense the light, the more energy is used, generating more heat.
The Solution OttLite 508 Technology OttLite offers a unique solution to this problem. OttLite lighting is expertly engineered with 508 technology to bring the quality of High Definition Natural Lighting indoors, providing the ideal balance of brightness and contrast. The result is reduced glare, less eyestrain, and low heat.
OttLite lighting systems combine this cutting edge technology with features such as articulating shafts, adjustable shades and achromatic coating to supply illumination precisely where you need it.
Compare an OttLite side by side with an ordinary light and the result is extraordinary. See the difference with your eyes
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OttLite FAQ'sWhat makes OttLite Lighting unique? Not all lighting is created equal.
Some light wavelengths let you see vibrant colors. But, they emit a bright, glaring light. The eye muscles react by squinting.
Other wavelengths let you see with high contrast the edges of objects are incredibly clear. Ideal for text and fine details. The downside is you lose the colour fidelity.
OttLite gives you the best of both worlds with its unique 508 Technology a precise balance of contrast and brightness. Now the eye can see and focus without the harsh glare, distortion and fatigue other light sources cause. Reading is easier, seeing is more comfortable. Plus, colors are vibrant and details are incredibly clear.
This technology is based on 40 years of research by photobiologist and pioneer in light research Dr. John Nash Ott. Dr. Ott discovered the effects specific wavelengths of natural light have on all living things. Known as the father of time-lapse photography, Dr. Ott developed the first OttLite product while filming "The Secrets of Life" Series for the Walt Disney Company and helped Disney animators transform an ordinary pumpkin into Cinderella's magical carriage.
How long do the bulbs and tubes last? Eco-friendly and energy efficient OttLite bulbs are rated to last up to 10,000 hours -- more than 10x longer than a standard lightbulb that typically lasts 750 hours.
Can I use an OttLite Lamp on a dimmer? OttLite lighting is not dimmable.
How does the light output of an OttLite bulb compare to an incandescent bulb? A 13 watt OttLite bulb has an approximate light output comparable to a 60 watt incandescent bulb and an 18 watt OttLite bulb has an approximate light output comparable to a 75 watt incandescent bulb. It is important to note, however that wattage only represents the amount of heat and energy being used, not the quality of the light output. In fact, most incandescent lighting wastes about 98% of the power they consume in heat.
Eco-friendly, energy efficient OttLite lighting is specially formulated to be like natural daylight indoors with three distinct lighting formulas to help you do what you do better.
Does my OttLite lamp come with a warranty? All OttLite products come with a two-year limited warranty on fixtures and a one-year limited warranty on tubes and bulbs. You will find a copy of this warranty in the box with your lamp.
Are broken bulbs hazardous? The bulbs contain inert gases and approximately 1.5mg. (10w linear) to 10mg (40w linear) of mercury (about the size of a period at the end of a printed sentence). The powder seen in and around a broken tube is from the phosphors most of which remains stuck to the glass. The mercury mostly remains in a liquid state embedded in the phosphors. Exposure from a single bulb is well below OSHA established exposure levels. Clean up using good safety practices would be to sweep up the glass and powder then wipe the area with a disposable moist cloth. DO NOT VACUUM, vacuuming will vaporize the mercury. Dispose of cleaning materials inside a plastic bag as normal household rubbish.
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