A comprehensive collection of key terms and definitions you need to know
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Dimming
Ability to adjust the brightness of a light source, commonly controlled by dimmer switches or integrated systems.
Electrical and Control Systems
Lighting Supply and Illumination Industry
Driver
Component used to power and control LED lights, converting high-voltage AC current to low-voltage DC power.
Electrical and Control Systems
Lighting Supply and Illumination Industry
Dual In-Line Package (DIP)
LED chip encased in a hard plastic with 2 straight, parallel connecting pins. Epoxy covering focuses produced light. DIP chips were used in some of the earliest general illumination LEDs, though they suffer from inherent heat management problems.
Traditional Lamps and Fixtures
Lighting Supply and Illumination Industry
Easement
Legal right to use land for a specific purpose, such as for access or utilities, despite not being the owner.
Legal and Ownership Terms
Property Valuation
Encumbrance
Any claim, lien, or legal right on a property that may affect its transfer or sale.
Legal and Ownership Terms
Property Valuation
Fair Market Value (FMV)
Price at which an asset would change hands between a willing buyer and a willing seller.
General
Property Valuation
Fixture
Housing portion of the luminaire, connecting a light to the infrastructure (ceiling, wall, pole, etc.)
Luminaire Components
Lighting Supply and Illumination Industry
Flood Light
Wide-beam, high-intensity light used to illuminate outdoor areas or large spaces.
Traditional Lamps and Fixtures
Lighting Supply and Illumination Industry
Fluorescent Tube
Long, tubular lighting commonly used in commercial and industrial applications, known for its efficiency and low cost.
