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Fluorescent don't like the cold, they are slow to come on. I think they have come up with some for outdoor use but a refrigerator bulb is so small I don't think I would bother.
Additionally, the lifetime of a CFL bulb is diminished each time the bulb is turned on, much more so than an incandescent bulb, and this may be a reason to avoid CFLs where the refrigerator door is opened frequently turning on the light each time.
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Information on CFL light bulbs?
A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), also called compact fluorescent light, energy-saving light, and compact fluorescent tube, is a fluorescent lamp designed to replace an incandescent lamp; some types fit into light fixtures formerly used for incandescent lamps. The lamps use a tube which is curved or folded to fit into the space of an incandescent bulb, and a compact electronic ballast in the base of the lamp.
What are compact fluorescent light bulbs?
I am not aware of any inceased fire hazards associated with compact fluorescent lamps. As an electrical contractor I have installed hundreds without any safety issues. "Early failure" is usually the main complaint. They do get warm, but not as hot as regular incandescent lamps. No one seems to ask if the incandescent lamps are a fire hazard, but they can be. Any lamp that gets hot can be the source of ignition in certain rare cirumstances, such as if gasoline spills on the floor and the room fills will flammable vapors. Always use lamps and appliances that have a testing laboratory listing such as "UL" or "ETL" or "CSA" to ensure they have been tested for general safety in household use.
What substances do fire eating performers use?
I use transparent lamp oil. It is tasteless(mostly)
What is the percentage of light output between CFL bulbs and an incandescent bulb?
Incandescent: 10-12 lumens per watt CFL: 50 lumens per watt.
What does par mean when refers to CFL light bulbs?
What does "PAR" mean when associated with light bulbs? Is it the CFL watt equivalent of an incandescant bulb? Thanx, Bob Cushman
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.
Do any car replacement lamps use CFL bulbs?
There are not currently any car replacement lamp that use CFL bulbs. I wouldn't be surprised to see them or something similar in the near future.
What is equal to 60 watt in CFL?
If the question is what wattage compact fluorescent (CFL) lamp has a similar light output to an incandescent lamp of a given wattage, the ratio is usually about 4. A 60W incandescent can be replaced by an 13-15 W CFL lamp. A 60W CFL lamp can replace a 300W incandescent lamp.
What does CFL's in lighting stand for?
The fulform of CFL bulbs is compact fluorecent light
How much power does a 250 watt hps light use an hour?
compare to different lamps mv lamp,hpsv lamps & cfl lamp these are how mush energy comsumed for 225w lamp
What is CFL mhl and hpmv lamps?
The abbreviations are CFL - Compact Fluorescent Lamp, MHL - Metal Halide Lamp, HPMV - High Pressure Mercury Vapor, and one more is HPS - High Pressure Sodium lamp
Why does a CFL consume less energy?
florescent lamp uses electromagnetic ballest but CFL uses electronic ballest,
What is the difference between cCFL and CFL?
A CFL, or compact fluorescent lamp, is a type of fluorescent lamp intended to replace traditional incandescent lamps. Advantages of CFL's include lower power use, a longer rated life, and significantly lower greenhouse gas emission. However, these lights tend to have higher purchase prices than those of incandescent alternatives. A CCFL, or cold cathode fluorescent lamp, is any type of fluorescent lamp in which the cathode is not independently heated. Neon lights are common examples of CCFL's.
What is full form of CFL?
Canadian Football league. Compact Fluorescent Lamp. Since CFL bulbs have been made on the principle of tube lights which works on the performance of cathode rays, so the full form of CFL is Cathode Fluorescent Lamp... Also, Context Free Language
How much energy does a 20w CFL lamp use in 1hr?
energy = power * time = 20w * 1hr = 20 watthours or 0.02 kilowatthours
What is the full form of CFL?
Canadian Football league. Compact Fluorescent Lamp.
Information on CFL light bulbs?
A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), also called compact fluorescent light, energy-saving light, and compact fluorescent tube, is a fluorescent lamp designed to replace an incandescent lamp; some types fit into light fixtures formerly used for incandescent lamps. The lamps use a tube which is curved or folded to fit into the space of an incandescent bulb, and a compact electronic ballast in the base of the lamp.
