Electrical and lighting glossary

Discover what a double-pole switch is, how it works, its uses and advantages for safer electrical installations.

When we talk about RGB ( Red, Green, Blue) we are referring to a color composition system based on the addition of the primary colors of light. Primary colors Primary colors are those that cannot be achieved by combining other colors. They are the basis of an ideal model to define colors based on the … Read More

Although we may think that lumen and lux are modern concepts, they are not. They were first defined in the 13th century by Bartholomew of Bologna, an Italian theologian, in the “Tractatus de luce”. There he defined lux as the rays that are generated by a light source, and lumen as the diffusion of that … Read More

Like other technologies applicable to people’s daily lives, LED technology has been evolving and being optimized. The arrival of LED downlight panels was a revolution when it came to installing light points in the home, as they offered superior light performance compared to previous lighting solutions, such as fluorescent tubes or halogen lights. Savings, efficiency … Read More

The lifetime of a light bulb is one of its main parameters. But what is it and how is it calculated? We will get to know some bulbs that are famous for their long life.

What does kWh mean and what does it measure? Find out all about this important unit of measurement, which we find on our electricity bill.

Glare is that intense light that prevents us from seeing clearly. Find out how to measure it through the Unified Glare Index.

What is the beam opening angle and how does it influence the illumination? Find out all about this important LED parameter

Diodes are electronic elements found in many devices. Find out how they work and some of their main applications.

Cool, neutral or warm light. It all depends on the colour temperature of the light source. Find out what it is and what it is used for.

What is the formula for calculating electrical power? Find out this and much more in this new post on our lighting blog.

Find out everything you need to know about IP Protection factors☔ and the essential data to determine the resistance of our products to external agents.

Blue, green or brown wires? The colour of the wire identifies whether the cable is live, neutral or earth in your installation. Find out which is which!