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The world of lighting technology is full of jargon — CRI, Kelvin, dimming protocols, PWM, DMX and more. Our explainer articles are designed to make sense of it all, breaking down complex terms into simple, useful guidance.

Each post focuses on a different aspect of lighting performance or control, helping you understand what these specifications mean in practice. Whether you’re comparing colour rendering, exploring smart dimming systems, or learning about safety standards, our guides give you the clarity you need.

Perfect for trade professionals and homeowners alike, this section puts the technical side of lighting into plain English.

Different types of lighting dimming protocols explained.

Different types of lighting dimming protocols explained.

AOM Lighting 07/02/2023 0
Different types of lighting dimming protocols explained.0-10V: This is an analog dimming protocol that uses a 0-10V control signal to adjust...
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Lighting: Kelvin temperatures explained

Lighting: Kelvin temperatures explained

AOM Lighting 03/02/2023 0
Lighting: Kelvin temperatures explained The Kelvin temperature scale is a unit of measurement used to describe the colour temperature of lig...
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CRI COLOUR RENDERING INDEX

CRI COLOUR RENDERING INDEX

AOM Lighting 31/05/2016 0
CRI is a measure used to determine the ability of a light source to reveal the colours of various objects faithfully in comparison with an i...
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