BASIC PRINCIPLES AND APPLICATIONS

The technology behind the light bulb is based on two physical phenomena: field emission and cathodoluminescence. In simple terms, light is created by an electron flow that is generated in a cold cathode at the centre of the bulb. Electrons are emitted (i.e. sent out) from the cathode and hit the inside of the bulb glass that is coated with a luminescent powder and a very thin layer of aluminium, thereby producing light.

As no mercury is used, LightLab's technology provides a lighting product that is both energy-efficient and does not impact the environment with heavy metals. As it also has superior colour rendering, immediate start-up and is impervious to the cold, it can either replace or be a good complement to conventional light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, low-energy bulbs and LED lamps.

Field emission-based technology can be used in structures that replace traditional light bulbs, fluorescent tubes or flat lighting structures. This means that LightLab can satisfy lighting needs for all applications – in public, industrial or agricultural environments.