Came across this when i was frantically looking for good quality down lights. $79/ea for Brightgreen D900 Curve Classic LED Downlight or If you buy 12X or more with coupon, total would come up to $69/ea+postage. Therefore, 12x$69=$828.00 + postage.
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Thank you
The website you mention just sells cheap Chinese lights.
If you are after these, then just use eBay.
I can't find anything similar to the D900 lights on that site.
I am after a cheap colour changing light for my daughter.
if we look at the 5W version on the website you mention they state RRP of $53 sell for $24.95 (free postage).
http://www.l-e-d.com.au/product_p/pa-5-watt-mr16-rgb-spot-ec…
The same light sells on eBay for $12.49 with free postage.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/GU10-Remote-Control-LED-Bulb-Ligh…
I would also question their mathematics…..
(From the l-e-d.com.au website)
"DIMMABLE 10 watt PURE WHITE LED globe. This is the newest and brightest COB GU10 LED on the market today and is brighter than a 50 watt halogen bulb but uses only 10% of the electricity."
the SHARP ones are a reputable brand is it not..!!
i could not find any cheaper LED bulbs GU10 10w 700+ lumens in 60 or 90 degrees !!
the closes that came was the one mentioned above.
hmmm, how is this a bargain again?
$828 for 12 lights?! My entire power bill for a year is about $200 more than that, would take me forever to get the payback on that! :-O
@4hrs / day payback is around 4 years compared to 50w halogens (not including opportunity cost and depending on how efficient your transformer is), so to save money by installing these you want them to be in high use areas.
Agree Bort.
Plus you may get better quality or more light. i noticed an improvement over my halogens.
And, you may also resolve a potential fire hazard if your halogens do not have covers.
How'd you get 4 years? Based in 0.26c/kw/h for 12 LED's running 4 hours a day is $291.36.
For the equivalent 50w halogens it's $911.04 for 4 hours a day for 4 years.
So in 4 years you're 'ahead' by $619.68.. Nowhere near the payback time though. I think you seemed to forget that these LED's still actually cost money to run.
It would take you over 5 years to payback the difference.. But that's all up to what power prices do I guess. And doesn't take into accounts transformers or anything like that.
Or people cold you know.. Not install downlights in the first place. That would help a lot overall I'd think.
i calculated it in my head. 4 years / 5 years is pretty close. power prices here are also a bit higher. and yeah the transformer would be a bit more efficient so 4 years is probably closer to correct.
How come this deal received 2 positive votes?
Am I missing something? Are they Gold plated or something?
Ftb
I am no expert but, these prices are way too high. I have got similar led's with better beam angles for 32 dollars.
OK, clearly no one commenting above has any idea about LED lighting.
For anyone who actually works in the lighting industry would know, Brightgreen is an Australian company that has developed LED lights that actually function perfectly. (Though, i believe they are made in Asia like every thing else).
These may be 2-3 times the price as the ebay alternatives, but i can personally vouch for them being at least 5 times better in quality and light output. They also work perfectly on most dimmers.
Generally these sell for around $99 each, so yes this is a bargain.
P.S. i have no affiliation with Brightgreen or the OP. Just the background of owning a lighting company.
Are there cheaper LED lights - absolutely.
But unless you have used these next to the cheaper alternatives you really can not judge the "value" of quality lights.
I knew i would have choked on questions like these. Thank you for explaining on behalf of me =)
These are great LED downlights - like the best ones on the market (won stacks of awards and when you see them running you'd notice the quality difference).
we were planning on getting these in our house - until the boyfriend cut 100mm holes instead of 90mm….
100mm holes. Oops.
I had the same issue as the old halogen lights these replaced were 100mm.
I was going to use the filler/adaptor plates that can be purchased from Bunnings, but decided to patch the holes and cut new 90mm ones.
FYI, the light output beats my 50W Halogens, so would highly recommend in areas you want a lot of light. (like a kitchen)
too much price for 1 led..
My uncle bought some cheapies online, a few blew within 6 mths. He replaced all of his downlights with these BrightGreen LEDS and he couldn't be anymore happy. He paid top dollar for it then I think, but he said it was definitely worth his money. From research they are amazing and the best price I have seen over these 2 months particularly on this brand is $84/ea. TBH I am no expert either, in fact I only hear how good they are from sparky friends. Perhaps someone could go in depth in terms of why it's worth the $$?
It is worth adding (as mentioned I have a background in lighting)……
These are only worth the money if you want a lot of good quality light.
For a Kitchen you want good light over the working areas - I would not choose anything other than Brightgreen.
However, if you just want light and the quality and output doesn't matter then try your luck with the cheapies.
In my TV room i use $3 LED globes and the lightout is poor, but adequate for a TV room. (I actually prefer the low light with TV)
I use the Brightgreens in the bathroom as the wife wanted heaps of light.
in my dining room, I still use halogen as the light is good and the lights only get use a few hours per week.
In the Kitchen I have 6 Brightgreen D900 as they are on everyday and i want heaps of light (plus i have a massive kitchen).
It is all about getting the right light for the job and sometimes it is worth spending the extra money on buying quality rather than the cheapest found on eBay (that usually promise you the world).
I replaced a stackload of halogens with the older brother the DR700. In that case had them supplied and installed for $38.50 each through the Victorian veet scheme. Only bothered replacing the lights in the high traffic areas, and I calculated they would pay for themselves easily within the year. The two key advantages they had over the others I'd tried were they had an output similar and possibly better than the halogens being replaced AND they work with the nasty existing transformers. The DR700 is a great bulb, so can only assume that the DR900 would be even better…. as deal88 says, I expect I'd only consider using it in areas that would benefit from a super bright light like in a kitchen. Hmmmm…. speaking of which, maybe might get some for the kitchen and shift the DR700s there to somewhere else….
Just FYI…
They have just released a D900+ and these new ones are $110.
http://brightgreen.com/au/led-lights/d900+-curve-downlight/s…
I have the D900 - technically they are almost identical so a good deal at this price.
http://brightgreen.com/au/led-lights/d900-curve-downlight/sp…
When building my house we used these all throughout. Highly recommended.
In 15 months I've had to replace one out of 50 odd (7 years warranty so no issues there).
Clearing the stock for the new D900+
I think the D900 stays on as the "classic" model. i don't think it is being discontinued (I could be wrong)
Similar to the iPad Mini and iPad Mini Retina.
The + model adds the ability to have a funky coloured light bezel.
Wow The PRICE DIFFERENCE! =.=
Ive got a question in regards to angle. For 31C ceilings would it be better off with the 55 or 45?
It really depends on the amount of lights and their placement - ceiling height and distance apart.
You need to work out the angles to ensure there is overlap.
At this link you can workout what the spread would be.
http://brightgreen.com/au/led-lights/d900-curve-downlight/sp…
Personally, I like the 55 degrees but I did put the 45s in my kitchen due to the placement.
I would also go the warm white if you want the halogen light colour. (Feels more homely I think) in an office I would go the cool white.
If you are in Vic you can get these installed for less due to an energy efficiency rebate via installation companies. Up to about $50 each installed. I've been thinking about doing those for a year but keep putting it off. Meanwhile my halogens are burning cash!
http://brightgreen.com/au/rebates-and-regulations
https://www.veet.vic.gov.au/Public/Public.aspx?id=Home
I am not sure if the D900 comply. I know the retrofit DR700 did. (But the D900 are better)
Personally, i am not sure if the VEET scheme is worth it, I have not used it.
If you are aware of some better information, please provide a link (I would be interested to see what is actually being offered).
This is one of the old DR700 deals…
https://ecovantage.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/ecovantage-exten…
Some more info (taken from a website) ….
The Brightgreen D900 Curve 16W 240V LED Downlight with Gimble Ceiling Fitting is the world's first halogen-equivalent LED downlight designed in Australia with the same light quality of a 50W halogen. It has a brightness of 955 lumens, a colour temperature of 3000k and a 55° beam width (also available in 45° and the new 90-30º for hallways). The D900 is also trailing and leading edge dimmable, fits into the same 90mm hole cut out as a halogen downlight, and has a comparable light quality with a CRI of 95.
The D900 retains the eco benefits of Brightgreen LED technology, using only 30% of the power of a 50W halogen and lasting over 15 times longer, as well as UV and fire-hazard free.
With a sleek silver or white finish, these lights have a 70,000 hour life expectancy as well as a 7 year warranty. You can now afford to leave the lights on!
The 15 degree adjustable tilt angle ensures that you can reach all those areas that are in need of light.
Fitting/Base: Complete fitting and housing
Gimble Angle: 15°
Hole Cutout: 90mm
Wattage: 16W
Voltage: 240V AC (external LED universally dimmable driver)
Beam Angle: 45° / 55° / 90-30°
Light Colour: Warm White 3000K
Lumen Rating: 955 lm
Light Quality (CRI): 95+
LED Life Span: 70,000 Hours
Dimmable: Yes (suits clipsal CBUS applications)
Warranty: 7 Years Luminaire, 5 Years Driver
Installation
The Brightgreen D900 Curve comes complete with driver and plug meaning you can install it yourself. Hardwiring must be performed by a licensed electrician.
Dimming
Uniquely, the D900 Curve is dimmable straight out of the box using most standard trailing or universal triac dimmers, we recommend using the Luxman T400P dimmer for the best dimming range and performance.
I have 12 of the Brightgreens installed, absolutely awesome lights - very bright, very natural light and dim-able. They're more expensive than other brands, but in return you get a quality product with a quoted lifespan of 30+ years. worth the investment for me.
Just got an email today from similar supplier, similar prices, but free shipping. (im not affiliated)
"Hi Martin,
We are having a SALE on Brightgreen D900 Curve v1.5 LED Downlights.
Today until 13 December you can purchase Brightgreen D900 Curve v1.5 LED Downlights for the special price of $79 each. That
is a discount of $15 on each light.
Further discounts also apply for volume orders of 10 or more lights. As usual, all orders include FREE SHIPPING!
Stock is limited, so if you have been thinking of installing high quality LED downlights in your home or office, now is the time.
To order, simply click here to visit our website and order online. Alternatively, you can call us on 1300 774 267 or reply to this email
and ask for a free quote.
Best regards,
Emotive Earth
1300 774 267
[email protected]
www.emotiveearth.com.au "
how are they as compared to LED bulbs from l-e-d.com.au website ?
they sell them or similar for $30 bux a pop.