Dismantling Incandescent

Light Bulb
Product Design Development
BSIE – Section II
Mr. Rvin De Roxas
Mrs. Marie Joe Vanie D. Alzona
Agenda
Incandescent Light BulbvDismantling Video

Component of Incandescent
v Light Bulb

Function of each Component

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Material used in Incandescent Light bulb

Why it was selected ? v

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Possible alternative product

Possible Failure Mechanism

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Incandescent Light Bulb
v Dismantling Video
We choose to disassembled this product primarily out of curiosity
and a genuine interest in understanding how this product function.
Disassembling the light bulb required careful analysis and attention to detail to
dismantle it without causing damage.
It’s a great practice on our part to analyze its inefficiencies, environmental impact which aligns our
interest in sustainability. and enhance our knowledge.

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Incandescent Light Bulb
v Dismantling Video
Component of Incandescent
v Light Bulb
 Function of eachv component

 Glass Bulb – To protect inner components.

 Filament - conducts electricity and at high temperature emits light

 Contact Wires– they carry current from the Base to the filament .

 Support Wires– they support the Lead-in wires (C)

conduct. no current
 Stem (Glass)- for manufacturing purposes .
 It exhausts air of the bulb and
inserts inert gases such as argon and nitrogen.
 Gas - reduce evaporation of the filament and prevent its oxidation
 Function of eachv component

 Based Contact wire - provide electrical connection to filament

 Insulation (vitrite)- provide electrical connection to filament

 Metal or Cap (sleeve) - electrical contact to conduct electricity to

the light bulb but it also helps to secure the light bulb into its fitting.

 Electrical foot contact - where electrical current is received and

one lead wire is soldered to the center, the other to top of the base
Materials used in each
v component

 Glass Bulb – made of soda-lime glass (hard glass to withstand higher temperatures).
 Filament – made of tungsten
 Contact Wires– made of copper from the Base Contact to the Stem Press (E) .
 Support Wires– made of molybdenum.
 Stem – made of glass.
 Based Contact Wires– made of molybdenum.
 Insulation (vitrite)- an enamel which contains a high proportion of lead (II) oxide
 Gas - low pressure inert gas such as argon, nitrogen , krypton and xenon
 Electrical foot contact - made of aluminum or brass.
Why did the choose the
v parts for the product ?

The groundwork for the incandescent light bulb was laid down by numerous scientists and inventors who
made crucial discoveries related to electricity and light.

The choice of filament material is critical because it must have sufficient resistance to allow for the
generation of heat and light when electricity flows through it. Materials with high melting points and
suitable electrical resistivity are preferred for filament construction.

The choice of a glass bulb for incandescent light bulbs is primarily due to its suitability for creating a sealed
environment that protects the filament and facilitates light transmission

Lead wires are commonly used in incandescent light bulbs for several reasons. Using lead wires ensures
efficient transmission of electrical current from the bulb's base to the filament, enabling the filament to heat
up and produce light effectively.

Scientists and inventors chose to use various parts in the design of the incandescent light bulb to
create a functional and practical lighting device. Each part serves a specific purpose, contributing to
the overall performance, safety, and longevity of the bulb.
 Possible Alternative
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When it comes to replacing parts on an incandescent light bulb, it's important to note that these bulbs are relatively
simple in design compared to newer lighting technologies like LEDs.

Filament: The filament is the wire inside the bulb that heats up and produces light when electricity passes through it. If
the filament burns out, the bulb typically needs to be replaced. You could try replacing the filament with a new one of
the same material and gauge. This might require some soldering skills.

Glass Bulb Material: While traditional incandescent bulbs use soda-lime glass for their bulbs, alternative materials
such as borosilicate glass could offer improved thermal shock resistance or UV resistance for specific applications.

Base or Socket Design: While the screw base (Edison screw) is the standard for incandescent bulbs, alternative base
designs could be explored for specialized applications. For example, bayonet mount bases or twist-lock bases might
offer advantages in certain situations.
Possible Failure Mechanism
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• When the filament experiences sudden temperature changes such as when it turns on and
off.
• When the b ulb is rapidly exposed to changes in temperature that can affect the filament to
expand and contract leading to cracks or breaks.
• When the wires used to support the filament are damage or crack that once the bulb is
lighten up might cause spark.
• When the tungsten filament becomes too thin that can physically breaks
• If the tungsten filament is not fully intact it will fail the bulb when experiencing repeated
actuations.
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