Which LED lights can have their circuit boards or light sources replaced?

Welcome to the world of modern LED lighting! Perhaps you have already asked yourself why LED bulbs cannot always be replaced, what you should look for when buying them, or how you can extend the service life of your LED lights . In this article, we will get to the bottom of these and many other questions and shed some light on the topic of LED lights.

LEDs have revolutionized the world of lighting. They are extremely efficient, durable, compact, and flexible in their application. Compared to conventional light sources such as halogen or energy-saving lamps, they consume significantly less electricity and offer a longer service life.

Advantages of LED lights:

• Energy efficient: Up to 90% less power consumption
• Extremely durable: Service life of up to 50,000 hours
• Immediate full light output
• Wide range of designs possible
• Environmentally friendly (mercury-free)

In many modern LED lights, the light source is permanently installed. This is because LEDs are very compact and are often fused with the housing or cooling unit of the light to form a single unit.

Reasons for permanently installed LEDs:

• Better thermal management
• More compact and elegant design
• Lower production costs

However, this often means that replacement is not possible in the event of a defect or at the end of the service life. But that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice sustainability – more on that below.

The LED circuit board is the "heart" of the LED light. It contains:

• The light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
• Conductive tracks for power supply
• Heat sinks for heat dissipation
• In some cases, electronic components for control

Depending on the design, this board can be integrated as a replaceable module or permanently connected to the light.

For a better overview, we have created a small table for you:

This depends largely on the intended use and budget:

Luminaires with replaceable LED light sources:

• Higher purchase costs
• More sustainable in the long term
• Ideal for high-quality interior design
• Lower disposal costs, as the entire light fixture does not need to be replaced

Luminaires with permanently installed LEDs:

• Cheaper to purchase
• More compact designs
• More suitable for budget or short-term solutions
• Still often economical in combination with regular replacement

For bargain hunters: If you have a limited budget, simple LED lights with permanently installed modules offer an attractive entry point. Especially with promotional offers or in sales , you can find many modern designs at low prices – ideal for rental apartments or temporary solutions.

Tip: Pay attention to the information on service life and manufacturer's warranties (e.g.,5 years for s.luce) to ensure high quality despite the low price.

When purchasing, you should pay attention to the following information:

• Product description: Does it say "light bulb replaceable"?
• Socket type: Classic sockets (e.g., E27, GU10) are always replaceable
• Manufacturer's instructions: It is often explicitly stated whether the LED module is replaceable
• Accessibility: Can the light bulb or module be accessed?

Our tip: In our Online shop You can find information about replaceability in the technical data sheet for each light.

• Lights with the following sockets:
  GU10
  E27
  G9
  E14
  
  Here you can decide for yourself which light bulb to use.