CASE STUDY

CS109 SlimStyle Bulb Exceeds Expectations Case Study ©2016 Lumileds Holding B.V. All rights reserved.

SlimStyle Bulb Exceeds

Expectations

The 60W equivalent SlimStyle LED bulb is

attractive, delivers exceptional, uniform

light, and costs less than $10.

The Philips SlimStyle LED bulb surpasses the

consumer expectations for an energy-efficient

replacement for incandescent or CFL. The slim

and stylish bulb utilizes bright and efficient mid

power LEDs from Lumileds. Optical elements in

the housing and a novel heat sink design enable a

much lighter, more efficient lamp design than was

possible with previous generation bulbs.

Challenge

Consumers demand — and expect — LED lamps that outperform incandescent bulbs

and CFLs. The 60W is the most common amongst the incandescent bulbs. LED lamp

manufacturers have been developing 60W equivalent lamps for several years and

consumers still demand a 60W-equivalent LED lamp that is affordable.

In addition, it is ideal to have a lightweight LED lamp that also offers dimming

characteristics matching those of incandescent bulbs.

“We wanted a bulb that would herald in the modern era

with an attractive, sleek look. In this way, SlimStyle goes

beyond energy savings, long life and exceptional light

quality.”

— Joseph Fey

Integral Project Manager, Philips

Product Development Director

Challenge

Design an attractive 60W equivalent

bulb that delivers uniform, consistent

requirements, and hits a price point

that motivates consumers to switch to

LED lighting.

Solution

Philips developed an innovative

bulb with minimal components and

especially bright LUXEON 3020 and

LUXEON 3535L mid power LEDs.

Despite its sleek design, the SlimStyle

delivers shadow-free omni-directional

light and is available

in warm white (2700K) and cool white

(5000K) versions.

Benefits

The SlimStyle lamp combines advanced

design, increased energy efficiency

and an affordable price for consumers

making the switch to LED lightbulbs.

Results

An 800 lumen bulb that lasts 25,000

hours, uses 85% less energy than the

incandescent equivalent and costs less

than $10. The novel, slim design will

help motivate consumers to make the

switch to LED bulbs.