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LAMPS & LIGHTING – A GLOSSARY OF TERMS:
I – Lamps & Lighting Dictionary:
IC to Incandesence and much more
IC Fixture
Insulated Ceiling Fixture. Recessed downlight suitable for direct burial in thermal insulation. Called type IC.
In-Ground Uplights
These outdoor accent lights provide maximum concealment because the source is recessed into the ground. Both line and low voltage sources are available.
Incandescence
Light produced by heating material so it glows. Incandescent filament lamps, candle flames and glowing coals are all examples.
Incandescent Lamp
Produces light with a wire filament, which create light as it is heated by electric current.
Indirect Lighting
Lighting that directs all or most light upward for ambient or general illumination; comfortable illumination with few shadows. Typical fixtures include uplight cans, fluorescent lighting aimed up, track lights aimed up and torchieres.
Inside Frosted Lamp
Incandescent A lamp with a light etching or sprayed on diffusing coating on the inside of the bulb. Designated as IF.
Insulated Ceiling Fixture
Recessed down-lighting suitable for direct burial in ceiling thermal insulation. Called Type IC.
Integrated Dimming Systems
A dimming switch that allows you to create multiple preset lighting scenes within a room. Scenes can be recalled at the touch of a button from a single wall box or with a hand held remote control.
Intelli-Touch
On ceiling fans, a two-wire computerized system with wall control convenience that gives independent control of lights and fan. It has a silent multi-speed operation for the fan and provides variable light intensity.
IR Lamp
Infrared-Reflecting Halogen Lamp. A special interior coating redirects infrared energy onto the filament, which increases output without added power.
Iron
A strong metal, iron imparts a natural quality to a lighting fixture. Wrought Iron is heated and hammered into shape, and can be formed into pleasingly fluid forms.
