The FTC recently released more information on the new consumer facing label for medium screw based bulbs. DOE developed an overview that explains the FTC label and how it relates to the DOE Lighting Facts label.
In response to the multiple inquires concerning the FTC and DOE Lighting Facts labels, DOE developed quick answers for frequently asked questions.
Learn how to identify an authentic Lighting FactsCM label.
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A Residential Product Performance Scale is now available to help you compare performance values of LEDs and standard residential lighting technologies for the five characteristics identified on the Lighting Facts label. The Residential Product Performance Scale can help you determine whether LEDs are appropriate for specific residential lighting applications.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has made a long-term commitment to provide national leadership to advance research, development, and market introduction of solid-state lighting. DOE’s support of solid-state lighting is essential to ensure the development of energy-efficient, high-performing LED technology—a focus that might otherwise be lost on the path to commercialization.
- IESNA LM-79
Approved Method for the Electrical and Photometric Testing of Solid-State Lighting Devices
Specifies a standard test method for measuring the photometric properties of SSL devices, allowing calculation of luminaire efficacy. Electronic copies may be purchased online through the Illuminating Engineers Society (IES) store.
- ANSI C78-377-2008
Specification for the Chromaticity of Solid-State Lighting Products
Specifies recommended chromaticity (color) ranges for white LEDs with various correlated color temperatures. Available free as an electronic download.
- IESNA LM-80
Approved Method for Measuring Lumen Depreciation of LED Light Sources
Specifies a standard method for measuring the lumen depreciation of LEDs, which allows calculation of LED lifetime. Electronic copies may be purchased online through the IES store.
- DOE's CALiPER Testing Program
Independently tests commercially available SSL products and provides unbiased information on their performance.
- CALiPER Testing Laboratories
DOE created the CALiPER program to provide accurate and comparable data on LEDs by arranging for reliable independent testing and data reporting of commercially available products. The CALiPER program established a process for qualifying laboratories to do this testing.
- CALiPER Round 10 Retail Synopsis
A synopsis developed by DOE specifically for retailers that reviews the most pertinent findings from the Round 10 CALiPER report.