Your Guide to Christmas Lights
Your Guide to Christmas Lights
The cave effect is a phenomenon that occurs when artificial light from overhead fixtures are directed straight down, creating an unnatural and unappealing lighting environment. This type of lighting creates harsh shadows and deep contrast, as well as a feeling…
Photocell sensors, also known as photodetectors or photoconductive cells, are devices that detect light and generate an electrical current in response to the intensity of the light that falls on them. They are made of semiconductor materials such as silicon…
A candelabra is a decorative piece of furniture that holds multiple candles. Typically, it consists of a vertical pole, usually made of metal, with several arms which can hold candles or other lights. Candelabras are traditionally seen in Christmas decorators,…
Candela is the unit of measurement used to measure the intensity of light radiation. It is defined as the amount of light energy per unit area, which is equivalent to one lumen per square meter. Candela is commonly used in…
A bulb is a device that generates visible light when electricity passes through it. It consists of a glass bulb filled with a gas, typically an inert gas such as argon or krypton, and an electric filament. The filament is…
Black light, also known as ultraviolet (UV) light, is a type of electromagnetic energy which produces visible radiation in the UV spectrum. It is most often used in specialized applications such as halloween lighting displays, scientific research and photography.
Backlighting is a technique used in Christmas lighting to create a glow around an object. It is accomplished by placing a light behind the object and point the light at the object, but the source of light obscured to a…
Capturing Christmas light displays at night can be a daunting task, especially when all you have is your camera phone. But with the right lighting techniques, camera settings, and editing know-how, it’s possible to achieve stunning photography in low light…
C series describes the shape of a light bulb that is also known as candle, candelabra or cone. It is considered a vintage, retro upside down conical shape popularly used in Christmas lighting.
A photocell sensor is an electronic device which detects changes in light intensity and converts the light energy into electrical signals. It works by using semiconductors that react when exposed to changes in light, such as day turning to night.…
LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. It is a type of electronic semiconductor device which, when connected to an electrical circuit, produces visible light that can be used in lighting and display applications. LEDs are energy-efficient, long-lasting and do not…
SPT stands for Stranded, Parallel, Thermoplastic and refers to the amount of insulation on most flat wire. A number that follows this abbreviation indicates the thickness of the insulation. For example, STP-1 is of thinner insulation than SPT-2.