How come LED Light Bulbs only last for about 2-3 Years?

I’ve bought and replaced a lot of light bulbs, and I noticed that all of them said “up to 20,000 hours” which would be about 5 years given 12 hours of daily use (which we definitely don’t).

  • BearOfaTime@lemm.ee
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    3 months ago

    I have a dozen that run 12+ hours a day. I’ve had 1 fail in 5 years.

    Don’t buy cheap LEDs, and don’t put them in enclosures that trap heat.

    • rtxn@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      3 months ago

      Speaking from experience: LED drivers hate dirty power. If they burn out frequently, check the wiring for damage. I probably avoided a house fire.

      • Albbi@lemmy.ca
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        3 months ago

        Dirty power? Aww geez it’s been a few years since I last washed and waxed my power lines. Guess I gotta open up the walls again.