Electronic Compact Reflector has screw-base socket.
Press Release Summary:
Diamond Precise(TM) Electronic Compact Reflector combines advantages of low voltage MR16 lighting and convenience of screw-base by using built-in electronics to convert from line voltage to 12 volts. It delivers 13.8 lumens per watt (LPW), and can be used to replace various lamps, including 50 Watt PAR20 and 50 Watt R20. Product delivers 5,000 hours of life, and operates at 21 watts.Original Press Release:
GE Lighting Launches Diamond Precise(TM) Electronic Compact Reflector
Revolutionary, New Product Combines Low Voltage Performance with the Convenience of a Screw-Base Socket
CLEVELAND, OHIO- January, 2002 - When retailers and lighting, designers look for a new solution for display lighting, the goal is to provide excellent color and quality of light...with the added benefit of energy efficiency and long life. Thanks to the engineers at GE Lighting. The new Diamond Precise(TM) Electronic Compact Reflector meets each of these industry needs, along with the convenience of a screw base socket.
"Diamond Precise was developed to offer tile ideal solution for compact reflectors used in retail, commercial, museum and restaurant applications, said Mark Wells, GE Lighting's Product Manager-Halogen. "It saves up to 58% in energy costs compared to standard Halogen PAR20s, provides twice the life and fits existing accent fixtures.
The Diamond Precise(TM) Electronic Compact Reflector combines the advantages of low voltage MR16 lighting and the convenience of a screw--base by using built-in electronics to convert from line voltage to 12 volts. The result is a product that provides better - and more accurate - beam control. Additionally, Diamond Precise delivers 13.8 lumens per watt (LPW) versus the incandescent 50-Watt R20 at 7.6 LPW and the 50-Watt PAR20 halogen at 11.4 LPW, representing a 55% increase in efficiency.
GE Lighting's Diamond Precise is an ideal replacement for a number of existing lamps, including a 50-Watt PAR20 and 50-Watt R20. The new product provides at least double the life of its counterparts delivering 5,000 hours of life compared to 2,500 hours previously. In addition, the Diamond Precise operates at only 21 watts - providing significant energy savings over comparable halogen or incandescent reflectors.
GE's Diamond Precise Electronic Compact Reflector will be available through GE Lighting, distributors.
