Specific
Products for
Low Vision

1)  What is the difference between Daylight / Total Spectrum bulbs and the bulbs I see in a store or the bulbs I received from my electric company?

The color of light produced by the bulb is the difference between the bulbs.

Daylight / Total spectrum bulbs have white light providing better "see-ability" of print, color, detail, etc. There are warrantees on the bulb.

Other bulbs produce yellow light which matches incandescent light.  This results in significant glare.

All of the bulbs are types of energy – saving, low heat compact fluorescent bulbs. The shape of the bulb varies from manufacturer. 

2)  Can I use the Total Spectrum bulb in any of my lamps?

YES, the bulb can be used in almost any lamp if the lamp uses a regular incandescent bulb with a medium screw in base except  a dimmer lamp.  Do not use our Daylight / Total Spectrum bulbs in a dimmer lamp or with a dimmer switch.

3)  Can I use the Total Spectrum bulb in my halogen lamp?

No, most halogen lamps require a special halogen bulb.

[ Back to the top of the page ]

4)  Can I use the Total Spectrum bulb in my dimmer lamp?

Do not use our Daylight / Total Spectrum bulbs in a dimmer lamp.  If a regular on / off Total Spectrum compact fluorescent bulb is used with a dimmer switch, it will burn out immediately and all warrantees will be voided. NOTE: A touch lamp is considered a dimmer lamp. The clapper lamp (clap hands to turn lamp on and off) is considered a dimmer lamp.

5)  Can I use the Total Spectrum bulb in my lamp if it says "Do not use over a 60 watt bulb"?

YES! YES! YES!  Our bulbs are low wattage using between 9- 58 watts maximum.  You use them to replace higher watt incandescent bulbs because they save electricity and produce less heat.

6)  What is the difference between Ott lights and Daylight / Total Spectrum light?

Ott light is a brand name for products using total spectrum light.  We offer an expanded and diversified range of products with Total Spectrum/Daylight light.

[ Back to the top of the page ]

7)  Can I use the Total Spectrum bulb in my 3-way lamp?

Yes!  Most people use the highest setting on a 3-way lamp because they want the most light.

We have a 3-way bulb that replaces a 40-70-150 watt incandescent bulb.  Our bulb only uses 32 watts at the maximum level.

If you use a Total Spectrum bulb that is not a 3-way bulb, it will work on the second setting of the lamp and will stay the same brightness on the third setting.  There is no variation in the brightness in our bulb.

8)  What is the difference between Total Spectrum bulbs and halogen bulbs?

Total spectrum bulbs produce less heat and is virtually glare free.  The bulbs are rated 10,000 hours and produce a white light.  Halogen lights are very hot and produce glare and yellow light.  Halogen lights are generally rated 2000-2500 hours.

9)  Why do fluorescent style lights (i.e. tubes and compact flourescent bulbs produce different colors of light?

Fluorescence is a way to create light.  Phosphors are used in a tube and produce light.  Different recipes of phosphors are used to create different colors of light.  The most common color of fluorescent light is "cool white".  It is used in most public buildings, home and offices. Cool white light emits glare and often makes a room look dingy or yellowish.  Another frequent color of fluorescent light is warm or soft white.  This appears as pinkish orange.  This has glare and often fatigues the eyes and body.

Total Spectrum light appears white and gives the feeling of being outdoors or under skylights.  The room looks clean and colors appear vivid and natural.  The atmosphere generally feels calmer and more relaxed.

[ Back to the top of the page ]

See Better!
See Easier!
Feel Younger!™