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A neon bulb typically requires a voltage of about 60 to 90 volts to ignite and glow. Once lit, the operating voltage drops to around 50 to 60 volts, consuming very little power, usually in the range of a few milliwatts to a few watts, depending on the specific design and application. The current flowing through the bulb is usually quite low, often around 1 to 10 milliamps.

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