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How much money do you save by using a 20 Watt Compact Fluorescent over an incandescent bulb?
An Energy Star qualified compact fluorescent light bulb can save you around $30 over it's lifetime, paying for its self in about 6 months.
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.
Should the government make a law that requires all people to use compact fluorescent light bulb for the common good?
no
What is the name of those swirly light bulbs?
They are known as CFL bulbs. It stands for Compact Fluorescent Lamps.
Will Compact Fluorescent light bulbs interfere with garage door opener receivers?
AnswerThey shouldn't; that kind of thing is checked and regulated by the FCC. However, a CFL has a high frequency switching power supply in it, so it is possible. My garage door opener would not open or close until the the compact fluorescent light bulb timed out. There is a warning on the CFB that says that it can interfere with electronic circuits and it does.
What is the average lifespan of a compact fluorescent bulb?
The average lifespan of a compact fluorescent bulb is typically around 8,000 to 10,000 hours.
Which bulb last longer an incandescent light bulb or Compact fluorescent lights?
compact floresent
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).
How efficient is a compact fluorescent bulb?
about 5 times as efficient.
How are you supposed to dispose of Compact fluorescent bulbs?
Compact fluorescent bulb contain mercury.You're supposed to take them to your local hazardous waste facility.
What is the brightest candelabra base compact fluorescent bulb?
As of 4-12-14 there is a 23 Watt screw in bulb supposedly equal to 100 Watt. It is likely there are higher watt bulbs in the flourescent screw in type available today.
Why do compact fluorescent bulbs flicker?
Compact fluorescent bulbs may flicker due to issues with the ballast, which regulates the flow of electricity to the bulb. When the ballast is faulty or incompatible with the bulb, it can cause flickering.
What is the swirly light bulb called?
The swirly light bulb is called a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL). It is a type of energy-efficient light bulb that produces light by using electricity to excite the gas inside the bulb to create illumination.
What does CFL's in lighting stand for?
The fulform of CFL bulbs is compact fluorecent light
How many mercury atoms are in one fluorescent light bulb?
in a compact flourescent about 8mg.
What energy transformations occur in a compact fluorescent light bulb?
In a compact fluorescent light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into light energy through the excitation of mercury vapor atoms inside the bulb. Some electrical energy is also transformed into heat energy due to resistance in the bulb's circuitry and the phosphor coating on the bulb.
How much money do you save by using a 20 Watt Compact Fluorescent over an incandescent bulb?
An Energy Star qualified compact fluorescent light bulb can save you around $30 over it's lifetime, paying for its self in about 6 months.
