The Blimp Lights Sky Lite 2.0 - RGB LED Laser Star Projector is the latest in the ever-expanding line of SkyLights Sky Lite products and this year is no different. Like all the other SkyLights products, it also comes in a three-piece set which includes the projector itself, an outdoor base, and a carrying case to protect both the light and your hands. But, what exactly makes this product so special?
The main difference between the Sky Lite series and the Sky Lite 2.0 - RGB LED laser light bulbs is in how they work. In the case of the former, two of the three main light bulbs are filled with mercury vapors while the third sits in a chamber that is filled with liquid mercury. When triggered by movement, the vapor reacts and creates an electrical current that causes the light bulb to shine. While the technology hasn't changed all that much, the way the current is produced has been changed. It now uses a more efficient quartz tube.
What does this mean to you? Well, in order to save energy and prevent the light bulb from consuming excessive energy, this newer version needs to be plugged into an outlet with a standard wall outlet. That's just the nature of how these newer technology devices work. And in between technological advancements, the benefits they provide - particularly for the environment are becoming clear.
For one thing, it is now possible to use the same SkyLights product in places where a traditional light is required, but not necessarily in direct sunlight. Now you can have the same bright light as you would get from a laser light or a halogen light and use that at night. The laser is still necessary to create the effect though, so the new model uses a smaller one. This way you don't need to leave the light on constantly. The SkyLighter can be used during the daytime and then switched on automatically at night when you wish to enjoy a gentle glow.
For another thing, the new type of BlissLighter creates its light using energy which is renewable. Solar energy will do just fine for this. Wind power will also work, as will geothermal and even landfill gas. That's right - there is bio-fuels used in place of traditional fuel sources. The LED's used to produce the light are not affected by any of these so they are perfectly safe to use.
If you wish to use them in your own home, there are a few considerations you should think about. The first is the size of your home. You may only be able to get enough light from one unit to light an area of one square foot. If you use more than that in your home, you will run into problems, specially if you do not know where to place your units. Also, it should go without saying that if you are going to use the same device for both domestic and commercial applications you should purchase one which has the same wattage for both. For example, if you use a 10W LED for home use and a 6W LED for office use, then obviously the latter unit cannot be used for your outdoor lighting requirements.
This is one point in favor of SkyLighters because you have more flexibility when it comes to placing your units. In fact, the most ideal situation is to place your BlissLighter next to a window, preferably in a central location such as on top of a high shelf. As long as the light bulb gets plenty of daylight, it will work perfectly fine. And since the LED used to create the light is quite energy efficient, you will not be wasting any power.
And last but not least, it is important to note that unlike other LED light bulbs, a SkyLighter does not emit harmful ultraviolet rays. This means that your home and office will be well protected from any harmful consequences which come from improperly placed or damaged light bulbs. A word of caution though, if you intend to use your BlissLighter outdoors, make sure that it is in an area which receives a lot of sunlight.