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When the fairy lights go on strike: practical replacement bulbs for Christmas lights
You have just brought in the tree. It acclimatises to your living room with a fragrant scent. The anticipation of finally decorating it and letting it shine in the most beautiful light is at its peak. For the whole family, especially the little ones, of course. But then comes the disillusionment. The fairy lights that worked so well last year are on strike! If only you had done a light check earlier. Read on to find out how to prevent this from happening to you again.
How do I find the right replacement bulb for my Christmas lights?
Your Christmas lights no longer want what you want? Then the time has come to retrofit. When selecting the correct replacement lamp, the socket and wattage must be taken into account. So-called push-in lamps are also frequently used. With these lamps, it is extremely important that the voltage (in volts) and the wattage (in watts) match exactly: A lamp with 0.84W and 7V, for example, cannot be replaced by a lamp with 0.8W and 7V.
Tip: If a conventional light source is to be replaced with an LED lamp, it is worth replacing all focal points**. Our specialist advisors will be happy to give you further advice. Simply click on the link to the contact form below.
Can light sources be replaced in all fairy lights?
As you know, with modern LED technology you no longer have to replace the light sources every so often. They are also available fixed in place - in which case they cannot even be changed. Don't worry, LEDs have such a long service life** that they will be in service for many years or even decades. With modern fairy lights, the light source is increasingly being permanently installed. This also makes very small, stylish designs possible. For you, this means less stress and more intricate Christmas lights.
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How are replacement bulbs replaced in light chains?
Do you still have a model at home where the bulb needs replacing - and darn it - the fairy lights are actually on strike? Then there are two options for replacing the bulbs:
- They simply unscrew the broken bulbs and put the new ones back in. This is the case, for example, with fairy lights with E10 thread. It's very simple.
- You simply pull out the defective lights and plug in the new ones. If you own a fairy lights chain with push-in socket.
The following applies to both variants: Always remember to pull the plug before changing.
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How do I replace bulbs in a candle arch?
It is no different with candle arches than with fairy lights: Here, too, there is now maintenance-free, permanently installed LED technology. You don't need to replace anything at all. If a bulb is due to be replaced and has given up the ghost, you need to check it. Is it a lamp for unscrewing (e.g. with E10 thread) or a lamp for pulling out and inserting (push-in socket). Here, too, it is essential to unplug the appliance before replacing it.
What are the advantages of LED?
The fact that modern LED technology is almost maintenance-free will convince you. You have become curious about what else speaks in favour of LED. Quite simply:
- 90 % energy saving compared to incandescent lamps
- 60 % energy saving compared to halogen lamps
- 50 times longer life than the incandescent lamp
- Running time of up to 50,000 hours
- Directly when switched on 100% bright
- Environmentally friendly, contains no mercury
- Space-saving, compact designs possible
Can LED light sources also be replaced?
You don't quite trust it yet and would like to know: Can I also replace LED bulbs in Christmas tree lights and candle arches? It's like this: With new fairy lights with maintenance-free LED technology, it is no longer necessary to replace the LED light source due to its long service life. And that's a good thing. Replacing the conventional lamps of the chains, some of which are permanently installed in the candle arch, was not easy anyway. It's a good thing you won't have to face that again.
How should defective light sources be disposed of?
According to European law, LEDs and energy-saving lamps are classified as hazardous waste or electronic waste. They are collected separately and taken back, for example, at the local recycling centre. Incandescent lamps, halogen lamps and low-voltage halogen lamps are still disposed of with normal household waste. The only exceptions are halogen lamps with built-in ballast. Further information on the proper disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment can be found here.
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