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How does light from cfl bulb compare?
When you compare a CFL (Compact Fluorescent Lamp) bulb to an LED bulb, the CFL bulb has a shorter lifespan. The CFL bulb also uses more electricity for the same brightness Also a CFL lasts longer and uses less electricity (for the same brightness) than an incandescent bulb.
How much amount of current does a 14 watt cfl bulb consumes?
A 240 v 14 w cfl bulb uses about 0.14 amps.
Are cfls good?
Over all, CFL light bulbs are good for the environment and they can save $. 1 CFL light bulb has 10 times the life span of a regular light bulb. 1 CFL light bulb could save enough energy to take a car from NY to San Francisco. 1 CFL light bulb uses between 50% and 80% less energy than a regular light bulb.
What LED bulb same as 13 watt CFL?
A 13 watt CFL bulb is roughly equivalent to an 8 watt LED bulb in terms of light output. Look for an LED bulb with around 8-9 watts and a lumens (brightness) output of approximately 800-900 lm to match the brightness of a 13 watt CFL bulb.
How bright is 400 lumens?
This is a bit less light than a 40W incandescent bulb (much less than a 9-watt CFL bulb, but twice as much as a 5-watt CFL mini-bulb).
Who invented the cfl light bulb and when?
Edward Hammer in 1976.
What is the energy reducing light bulb called?
They are called CFL light bulbs. CFL stands for Compact Fluorescent Light .
What track lighting models use CFL bulbs?
All track lighting models can use CFL bulbs. The important thing is that you get the correct CFL bulb as you must get the CFL bulbs that are designed for base up use like you find in track lights, pendant lights and recessed lighting. If the track lights are dimmable you also want to be sure to get a dimmable CFL bulb.
Can a CFL bulb be used with a pull chain switch?
Yes, it can. CFL's are good- they don't burn as much and they're good for the environment.
Why do you use CFL insted of electric filament bulb?
The power consumption is lower on CFL lamps. Result, you save money operating them.
What does a CFL light use on a incandescent light bulb?
one half
Can you use a 100 watt CFL in a fixture that says the bulb should not exceed 25 incandescent watts?
No, it is not recommended to use a 100 watt CFL in a fixture that specifies a maximum of 25 incandescent watts. CFL bulbs have different wattage equivalencies compared to incandescent bulbs, so you should use a CFL bulb that is equivalent to or lower than the specified incandescent wattage for the fixture. Using a higher wattage CFL bulb can cause overheating and potentially pose a fire hazard.
