Aperture Lamps

Aperture Fluorescent lamps differ from standard fluorescent lamps in that they are designed to provide internal control over the direction of the light.

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Voltarc lamps are engineered to provide the most useful control of light for the specific requirements of the application. An extensive array of design configurations are possible.

Outside glass diameters from 6 mm to 38 mm

Lamps lengths up to 96"

Cold Cathode or Hot Cathode
(Rapid Start, Preheat or Instant Start) modes of operation

Dimmable for fixed current operation

Standard or custom base configurations

Custom Blending of phosphors including RGB phosphor

Typical Design Configuration

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A = Base face to base face length

B = Arc length

C = Length allowance for sputter and aging

D = Glass tube outside diameter

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Light Direction is controlled by use of a reflective coating in combination with an uncoated "clear" window (aperture).