about 4 days ago - No comments
Question by Go Navy: How can I keep my macbook from going black to save energy while idle? I want to watch movies on my mac but each ten minutes or so I have to get up and touch the keyboard or something to pull it out of idle mode.. how can i stop this?
about 2 weeks ago - 2 comments
Question by stormshadow_024: Is there a safe way to dispose of those new energy saving light bulbs? I hear that they contain mercury and this presents a problem when it comes to throwing them away. —————————————— Answer by Bam’s ex g/fok sparkling wiggle just throw it in the trash Answer by rhonda cYou can take
about 3 weeks ago - No comments
Question by Mr Average Joe: Can I make money by collecting mercury out of energy saving light bulbs? I was wondering if I bust open one of those compact fluorescent light bulb that has burned out and save the mercury, I could make some money off the mercury? How much is mercury an ounce? ——————————————
about 3 weeks ago - No comments
Question by : energy saving light bulb 10 watts in 60 watt socket? my light takes 60 watt bulbs. i have a 10 watt energy saving bulb and i heard that was equivalent to 60 but i’m afraid to try it. —————————————— Answer by GolferNo need to be afraid. The lamp is rated at 60W
about 1 month ago - No comments
Question by I heart beets: Do all the fluorescent energy saving light bulbs have a yellowish tint to them? all the ones I have installed to replace incandescent seem to be a little yellow. Are there any that are more whiter and brighter? Thanks so much. —————————————— Answer by FatefingerNo. Those are actually outdoor lights
about 1 month ago - 4 comments
Question by RosieRoadkill: What do people think of the new energy saving light bulbs? Do they give off as much light as the old ones? —————————————— Answer by Will FThere fine. Make sure you dispose of them properly though as each light bulb contains a good bit of mercury. In other words, these are worse
about 2 months ago - 10 comments
Question by Buff Me: How do you feel about the new energy saving light bulbs?? do they really save money ?? Why are they so pricey ?? Are the manufactures just trying to take our money because there new, they can jack up the price ?? —————————————— Answer by crazeecatladyI REALLY like them. They definitely
about 2 months ago - 6 comments
Question by Lorna W: What are the views of people on energy saving light bulbs? Do you think they are as bright? —————————————— Answer by mymuttsrockYes Answer by Global WarningNO ! I like tungsten light bulbs ! Answer by bobbo195the take some time to get bright —————————————— Add your own answer in the comments! Related
about 2 months ago - 2 comments
Question by pamdazzle: How much mercury is in the new energy-saving light bulbs, is it bad for our environment to be in our landfills I saw a special on tv that it is a hazard if you to break one. I am talking about the small spiral flourescent lightbulbs they will eventually burn out and
about 2 months ago - No comments
Question by friendofchickens: What is the difference between a fluorescent light and an energy saving light in the way they work? it said this on my study guide so i dont know why they would put the same thing but i mean like electrons and stuff… —————————————— Answer by Jaime RoseIt is more brighter and
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about 1 year ago
Review by Ktowntn Chicago for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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These are not bad for a spot type light. The brightness is comparable to luxeon led flashlight. The light color is bright white, not amber, not soft white. The light is bright enough to cause serious damage to your eyes if you look directly into the lit light. Since it is a spotlight your would have to try to look “dead-on” into the light beam for this to happen. These are designed as under cabinet or over countertop use. So, these should be safe as designed.
Now for some little things. These lights get warm during use. I measured the upper surface (mounting) temperature of several lights while operating on BRIGHT. The room temperature was 75 degrees fahrenheit and humidity at 45%. The surface temperature of the lights peaked at 113 degrees fahrenheit in just under 5 minutes. Temperature decreased thereafter and remained constant at about 100 degrees. I continued to monitor temps for 5 more minutes. Temperature did not increase in that time. I believe these lights are safe as designed. No further temps were taken, i felt reasonably satisfied the lights are NOT a fire hazard.
Lights have 3 states, (OFF, ON-Bright, ON-Dim). Lights are switched between these states by passing your hand within 3 to 4 inches across the red windowed sensor next to the light lens. My lights will not switch at any distance greater than 4 inches. This is a good thing. I do not want the light switching on as I reach for a paper towel. Lights auto shut off after 1 hour if you should forget to switch them off manually.
I have no idea how long batteries last. I am not up to wasting batteries for that test. Each light comes with 3 alkaline batteries already installed. Your have to open each light before first use to remove a small strip of insulator paper blocking the contact on one of the batteries. Then reclose the light for use.
Each light has aproximately a quarter-sized magnetic disc with a gel adhesive applied. You remove the paper backing from the adhesive side and stick it on your intended mounting surface. Press the disc for about 10 seconds to ensure a good stick. Wait about 5 minutes more for the adhesive to fully set before putting the light on the disc. The magnet holds the light really well. The adhesive has held well to the bottom of my wood cabinets. The bottom of my cabinets are not even sanded very smooth, yet they are holding well.
I think these are a good buy at this price. I paid twentynine bucks per pack of 3 lights at Sams.
DISCLAIMER: i am not an engineer. i am not a genius, just a regular person trying to get a decent product. i am not above telling others what i know about a product. I am not paid or compensated in anyway by anyone to endorse any product or bash any product.
about 1 year ago
Review by BeachBunny for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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I bought these locally from a wholesale club, but so far so good. First, they’re BRIGHT! I can’t emphasize this enough. I’ve seen all sorts of tap-lights and even used some of the newer LED lights. They were all toys compared to this light! There’s a warning on the back of the lights not to look directly into them and they’re not kidding.
I agree with the previous reviewer’s complaint that they produce a very small spotlight beam. BUT, this is very easily fixed. When you take the cover off to change batteries, look at the lens holder. There will be a slot on one side. Just insert a screwdriver into the slot and the entire lens/optic pop right out. In doing so you now have a light which puts out a perfect smooth flood of light. In this configuration it puts out a very similar light level and pattern (albeit much cooler white) as the traditional halogen hockey puck lights. I don’t know why Sylvania put the optic in to begin with. This is how they should have shipped.
about 1 year ago
Review by Buffalogal for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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I have one of these on my nightstand, and gave one to my elderly mother for hers. A simple wave of the hand turns the light on, and it casts light directly upward, onto the ceiling. It never wakes my husband, but provides me plenty of light to get in and out of the room safely. Plus, if the power goes out, I could always use it like a flashlight to move around the house, if I had to. This light would work well under a cabinet, inside a cabinet, inside a closet, or even in a car. It wasn’t intended for bedside use, but there’s no reason not to use it that way, and it’s a softer light than turning a lamp on. It also might be good for a child’s room, but if you’re using it that way, the child should be old enough to understand that they must not look directly at the light. Or perhaps it could be placed under a desk or table so that it wouldn’t be an issue.
about 1 year ago
Review by Douglas C. Meeks for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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I have had a set of these lights for about 2 years and can say they are great, no big deals, they work , they turn off and on just like it says. OK, the little stuff:
I had to mount mine under some wood cabinets and since it is a big metal coin like disk they adhere to this would be great on a smooth flat surface but on wood I had to add some Elmer’s Glue to make it stay put. Not a big deal a knife and sandpaper will make it all disappear if I ever care to remove it (without the light its almost invisible anyway)
In a real emergency I wish it had a “stay-on” position but each hour you will have to turn it back on, saves batteries but in a power outage it is a minor pain.
Thats about it, they are BRIGHT (do not look directly into them, not safe) and the batteries last about 1 year give or take a month depending on use. That is with the no0-name batteries that come with it, I put some Ray-O-Vac alkaline batteries in them and sorry it is still running great so you get what you pay for in batteries.
Great for the use, I like the “wave your hand” idea to turn them on -off-dim, it is just a nice little thing if your hands are wet/greasy/dirty you do not have to touch them.
Almost forgot I just ordered 11 more sets for me and a couple for relatives so you can be sure I am pleased.
about 1 year ago
Review by Doc H for Sylvania 72422 LED Undercabinet Light with Motion Sensor Function, 3 Pack, Black
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As noted by others, probably the best of the genre. VERY bright; could use a diffuser and definitely doesn’t need a “dim” setting (hence no “5″ Star), but otherwise well designed and constructed. Has a metal case so is very sturdy, and the magnet attachment is a much better idea than velcro. One of our magnets didn’t stick very well and had to be superglued, but others worked as advertised. Switch requires a little practice, and as stated, should be “wave on, wave off” without the needless intermediate “dim” setting, but overall recommended.