Electronics

Modular LED Desk Lamp

Repairable LED lamp with replaceable components and 50,000 hour lifespan

Expected Lifetime: 15 years

Lifetime Value Analysis

Purchase Price

$120.00

Lifetime Uses

5,475

365 uses/year × 15 years

Cost Per Use

2.2¢

$120.00 ÷ 5,475 uses

Cost Per Year

$8.00

$120.00 ÷ 15 years

Cost Breakdown Estimate

Estimated distribution of the $120.00 purchase price across different cost factors:

Raw Materials

25% · $30.00

Manufacturing

18% · $21.60

Labor

12% · $14.40

Transportation

6% · $7.20

Marketing

15% · $18.00

Retail

14% · $16.80

Profit

10% · $12.00

Note: These are estimated percentages based on industry averages and product-specific research. Actual breakdowns may vary by manufacturer and region.

Lifecycle Negatives

Carbon Footprint 15.2 kg CO₂e

Total greenhouse gas emissions from production to disposal

Water Usage 890 liters

Total water consumed throughout product lifecycle

Waste Generated 0.6 kg

Total waste produced during manufacturing and disposal

Land Use 0.4 m²

Land area required for raw materials and production

Pollution Score

Lower is better (inverted) 4/10

Lifecycle Positives

Living Wages Paid Yes

Environmental Improvements

Energy efficient
Replaceable parts
Recyclable aluminum

Recyclability mixed

Nominal Recyclability 70%

Downcycling Penalty -30%

Effective Recyclability 49%

Aluminum frame is fully recyclable. Electronics and plastic components require separation and specialized processing. Mixed materials reduce effective recyclability significantly.

Repairability

Ease of repair 9/10

Health Impacts

Overall Health Safety Score

10 = Safest 8/10

Health Concerns

Blue light exposure

Health Benefits

No mercury
Flicker-free
Adjustable color temperature

Use & Quality

Durability 8/10

Functionality 9/10

User Satisfaction 9/10