My biggest concern is that LEDs may inject more noise into the AC line than incandescent light bulbs. If that's the case then I'll continue to use incandescent bulbs. Also, I've recently installed Akiko Audio and Perfect Path Technology products in my system that helped clean up noise in my AC. It's important not to counteract their effects.
THD In Light Bulbs
I have replaced a 40w incandescent light bulb with a 12w LED light bulb. The new LED is way brighter. In fact, the box says that it's a 75w equivalent. The box also shows something interesting:
Power Factor >.90
THD: <35%
I've read that LEDs are essentially diodes. How does this affect noise in the mains? Do LEDs inject more, less, or the same amount of THD into the mains as incandescent/fluorescent lights?
Power Factor >.90
THD: <35%
I've read that LEDs are essentially diodes. How does this affect noise in the mains? Do LEDs inject more, less, or the same amount of THD into the mains as incandescent/fluorescent lights?
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Those tests show how much interference is emitted through the air. It's very interesting nonetheless. Here are a couple more videos demonstrating similar tests: https://youtu.be/MvDuKvCUwdg https://youtu.be/dFjZkRPvrXw |