Lessons Learned about - CFL bulbs

[riottaba]

 I had a philips 9 watt cfl last 6 years in a porch globe light, mind you it wasn't made in china but europe

[jrmrofin]

Hey Stupid, your 1st problem is that your not suppose to put CFL bulbs over 23 watts in enclosed fixtures, read the package

[40172]

Cheapy built Chinese crap, but high profit for the Chinese with the help of our GOVERNMENT that makes laws where we have to use thes bulbs that are a fire and health hazard!

[1988tq]

I switched back to Incandescent light bulbs for the winter (compaired to last winter when I used CFL's. I have electric heat in my apartment, and so by using higher wattage incandescent vs CFL,s last winter (and this year was colder) My electric bill was on average $20 LESS than when I used the CFL's last year. I will not buy another CFL.

Also, buy the 130 volt Incandescents, they will last longer in most household sockets. They just produce a little less light.

[1988tq]

I switched back to Incandescent light bulbs for the winter (compaired to last winter when I used CFL's. I have electric heat in my apartment, and so by using higher wattage incandescent vs CFL,s last winter (and this year was colder) My electric bill was on average $20 LESS than when I used the CFL's last year. I will not buy another CFL.

[den2003]

Yeah, CFLs aren't really good for bathrooms...

But if you're intent on electric savings, etc, then i suggest you get LED lightbulbs.They're a bit dear still, but do not heat up much, the electronics are minimal and can be cycled on/off forever so should last longer in your bathroom.

[clairesreelymovin]

the days of the CFL are pretty numbered- LEDtube 15w 4foot fixtures and tubes are already in mainstream use and they have VERY high stability. LED tubes are strips of 100-150 white or blue leds contained within a glass or polycarbonate tube, they are installed in flourescent fittings as a straight replacement for the flu tube, the only thing you have to do beforehand is remove ballast and starter from the fitting.

they can last upto 50,000 hours as well!

[THEREIZNOGOD]

thanks for this video. what you say here, i've confirmed myself.

[THEREIZNOGOD]

me too!! CFLs give your house, a cold, lonely, empty, dark, gas station feel. i hate them and use them only in utility rooms in areas where they won't easily break since they contain mercury and pose major health risks if broken! i like my regular bulbs!!! and they go out like any light bulb. regular switching on & off decreases CFL bulb life

[notausertoday]

Why in the last decade are we trying to demonize generations of good technology. Incandescent light bulbs are great, they work just fine. CFL's have a high failure rate, especially the cheaper ones. I'll stick with plain light bulbs, and even though I always buy the cheapo 78¢ Walmart store brand bulbs, they last a long time and put out good light. Light fixtures aren't the biggest electricity user in a home, inefficient older appliances often are.

[photoshopmama]

We really need to consider as USA citizens the long term implications of CFL use! Number 1-they contain Toxic Mercury, which has toxic mercury vapor. Number 2-The EPA has a 3 page typwritten instructions on proper handling, disposal, and clean up should one break--1st step is to evacuate the area...hmm!Number 3-CFL use in NO WAY leads us to energy independence as they are ALL manufactured in CHINA. Last I heardChina wasnot partofthe USA.We need to rethink this & make LED or better incandescents.

[jrmcferren]

Halogen Bulbs are not going to be phased out, these should allow significant life in the bathroom. Newer halogen bulbs are also more efficient the older type. You will see more of these high efficiency bulbs close to the date of phase-out.

[TouchstoneSC]

Two things. First, make sure you are buying/using Energy Star bulbs. They're made to higher standards and last longer. Second, read the packaging and look for CFLs that are okay to use in enclosed fixtures, bathroom or not. A lot of the problems people have with CFLs are due to improper use & placement. They are pickier than incandescents, but the savings are worth it.

[Madness832]

I would think a bathroom would, indeed, be a place where constant cycling of the light would be common. Say you had an average family? How many quick bathroom trips would be made in an average day? Also, your bulb was placed in what looked to be a rather confined, enclosed fixture. Lots a CFLs do not like that -- heat buildup kills the ballast. Finally, moist-air environment: Notice most CFLs aren't sealed tightly around the base (venting). This probably contributed to ballast failure, as well.

[mitchello413]

Your not suppost to use them in your bathroom because they get wet UUhH deerrrr

[gbh1935]

So, not only do I need to replace my incandescent bulbs with CFL due new laws, but I got to replace all the lighting fixtures that don't breath, install a voltage stabilizer, don't use them outside where they could get wet, hot, or cold, or use them in any room where you may turn the lights on and off alot, or have high humidity and drive several miles to dispose of them at a special facility because they contain mercury. (and keep a special cleanup kit onhand incase one accidently breaks.

[raursf]

Apparently, yes! And that sucks! I hope they never pass any law like that in my country!

[stickedU]

@gbh1935 Wrong Wrong and Wrong. I have used all of my cfls in those locations and conditions you listed and they are ALL still running strong after six years. Bring facts to the table next time . Fool

[skyman2002]

They Last Longer When They Are Left On Longer. So, If You Have a Table Lamp, And You Use The Bulb For 3 Hours, The Light Will Last 5 Years Based On 3 Hours Of Use Daily.

[skyman2002]

They Last Longer When They Are Left On Longer. So, If You Have a Table Lamp, And You Use The Bulb For 3 Hours, The Light Will Last 5 Years Based On 3 Hours Of Use Daily.

[raursf]

CFL lamps last longer if they are not switched on/off very often, if there's not too much voltage fluctuation and CFL lamps should be allowed to "breath" I mean, they should never be used inside enclosed light fittings!! The electronics inside of it wear out quicker if the temperature inside the lamp is too high.

I invite everyone to read this article on CFL:

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[ccoraxfan]

Never use a CFL in a bathroom. They get turned on and off far too often. So make sure you use a trusty, cheap and useful incandescent. That is, until the commies take them away from us! Better stock up while you can...

[SlayerSyrena]

Hi, thanks for this video. Congress just voted to ban incandescent bulbs. What a bright idea...

[resr1286]

Yeah really bright idea (sarcasm). You see, everyone sees, they are going to take that ban of sooner or later to. Because those inc. light bulbs have some privileges, that CFL dosen´t. CFL´s can´t stand the cold, in here Estonia, winters are normally with -20C and you can see those CFLs crying at outside fittings with dark-violet light while usual inc. light bulbs glow as that cold is nothing. CFLs can´t stand high switching, like in bathrooms, even moisture can damage them, but not light bulbs