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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).
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 does a 2d 2 pin compact fluorescent light bulb come out?
To remove a 2D 2-pin compact fluorescent light bulb, first turn off the power source. Then, gently twist the bulb counterclockwise to release it from the socket. Carefully pull the bulb straight out and dispose of it properly.
What size fluorescent bulb replaces a 60 watt incandescent bulb?
A 13-15 watt compact fluorescent bulb (CFL) or a 9-11 watt LED bulb is roughly equivalent to a 60 watt incandescent bulb in terms of light output.
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.
What is the brightest Compact Fluorescent bulb?
The brightest compact fluorescent bulb is of over 100 lumens or higher outputs at higher drive currents.
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.
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.
