Why does my light bulb blink?

You do not have to be an electrician to know that something is wrong when a light bulb is flashing. But what exactly?
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My bulb is flashing, is this normal?
Flashing light bulbs are a problem that many of us know or have known. In itself, the problem can be quickly resolved and is often not dramatic but it is an unprecedented hindrance to quality lighting. Blinking lights often remind us of horror movies, but this is a daily problem for many homes. The basic principle of electricity is to make our homes safer and more enjoyable. The blinking lamps are synonymous with the opposite.
What can I do?
When we face this problem, the first thing to do is to check the current bulb. One of the solutions may be to change its old lamp, for an LED lamp for example. The LED bulbs are available in all shapes and sizes, you will not have trouble finding one that suits you best. Before changing your bulb, make sure the power is off and the bulb is cool. If your lamp is still flashing after that, the problem has another origin.
What are the other possibilities?
In most cases, the blinking is due to a simple fluctuation of the voltage that powers the bulb, but there are other explanations for this phenomenon:
The type of bulb. We know that fluorescent lights are more likely to flash than other types of lamps. Indeed, the temperature, the age of the bulb or the sequences of ignitions of this bulb will increase the probability that your lamp flashes.
If your fluorescent tube blinks a bit when you turn it on, that's normal. This is the normal ignition procedure for a fluorescent fixture. However, there are alternatives for almost all fluorescent products. To learn more, check out our offer of CFL LED bulbs, LED tubes and LED panels.
The variations. Varying (or dimming) the intensity of a lamp may cause blinking. Indeed, most drives are built for heavy electrical loads. If they are combined with low voltage LED bulbs, this may cause flashes or flashing of your lamp. The best is to check the compatibility of your equipment before buying new fixtures.
Bad connections. Blinking may be due to a bad connection in your fixture or installation.

If you are not sure where the problem is coming from, we recommend that you seek the advice of a professional in order to fix it properly.
also read about Which LEDlighting for the home?

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