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Can one replace a tungsten bulb with a compact fluorescent bulb?
Yes, if it fits the socket and the light fitting, or lamp fixture, with its cover or shade. You will not be able to dim the compact fluorescent as you did the incandescent (unless you have a really fancy dimmer).
Which is more efficient the fluorescent bulbs or the incandecent bulbs?
Fluorescent bulb is the more efficient one as compared to incandescent bulbs.
What can one use CFL lamps for?
CFL stands for Compact Fluorescent Lamp, and they are an energy-efficient alternative to incandescent bulbs. CFL lamps can be used to replace these bulbs, and they can be placed both indoors and outdoors.
Turn On New Lightbulbs?
Saving money does not have to involve reducing your quality of life. One of the quickest ways to save money is switching the light bulbs in your house from incandescent bulbs to compact fluorescent bulbs. Studies have shown that switching to compact fluorescent bulbs can save $35 per bulb over the 10 year life of the bulb. Even discounting for the higher expense of the fluorescent bulb, replacing 20 bulbs in a house can save a consumer $500. An additional bonus to using fluourescent bulbs is that they generate less heat than an incandescent bulb, which will also help lower the cost of cooling a home in the summer.
How much is it for lighting?
Lighting is not one of the major electrical costs in a house, especially if CFL (compact fluorescent lamps) or LED bulbs are used. If lighting costs are an issue, get rid of incandescent bulbs and halogen bulbs. CFLs are cheaper and nearly as efficient as LEDs.
Why would a dimmer switch buzz with a compact fluorescent bulb?
Most compact fluorescent lamps won't work with conventional dimmers, or will damage the dimmer.Magnetic dimmers will work, however. AnswerActually, it depends on the design of the lamp. Different companies have different power supplies for the lamps. What works well on one can spell instant death for another. Get a dimmable lamp. The new LED lamps have the same problem. Some work fine with a dimmer, provided one incandescent lamp is left in the fixture. Others go crazy.
Is it safe to put one of the new fluorescent compact light bulbs in the trash?
They supposedly have some mercury in them, which makes them not suitable for landfill. The old bulbs become illegal in Australia next year but nowhere I know do they have arrangements to recycle them (yet).
What is the Weight of 8 foot fluorescent light bulb?
The weight of one 8 foot fluorescent light bulb is 1.2 pounds. Fluorescent light bulbs are available in many colors and color temperatures.
Will it damage a compact fluorescent bulb if one has a dimmer switch but keeps the dimmer set as high as possible?
Fluorescent bulbs can't be dimmed. It takes a certain amount of electricity to get them to come on. Probably about half way on the switch. As long as it has that much it should light. The switch however doesn't like it and will burn out quicker than with regular bulbs. The bulb doesn't care, it is either lit or not. Thanks. I just went ahead and installed a standard light switch. Everything is working fine and energy efficient. ~ CheeseKing
What is the difference between compact fluorescent lamp and fluorescent lamp?
well one is spelled differently than the other
Where can I buy some fluorescent bulbs?
These days it is becoming easier to purchase fluorescent bulbs at a number of outlets as they are becoming increasingly popular. So any place that sells electrical items ranging from a specialist lighting store to one where general household goods are sold, should have these in stock.
What is an advantage of using fluorescent light bulbs over incandescent light bulbs?
One key advantage of fluorescent light bulbs over incandescent light bulbs is their energy efficiency; fluorescent bulbs use significantly less electricity to produce the same amount of light. This not only leads to reduced energy bills but also lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, fluorescent bulbs have a longer lifespan, lasting up to ten times longer than incandescent bulbs, which means less frequent replacements and reduced waste.
