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INCANDESCENT LAMPS
Incandescent lamps are the most commonly used light
sources. They are unique in that they are offered in more
configurations than any of the other types, and are the least
expensive.
Incandescent
Lamp Caps
The second most important characteristic is the cap. The
lamp cap must match the socket in which the lamp will be used.
Most incandescent lamps have a bayonet or screw cap. Both types of
cap come in a range of sizes.
igure 2.1. Typical incandescent lamp caps.
Two other types of cap used for incandescent lamps are
end prong caps for various sizes of PAR (Parabolic Aluminised
Reflector) lamps and single contact on Striplights.
Figure 2.2. Other incandescent caps. |
