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Light Bulb Comparisons

Advantages & Disadvantages of
Different Bulb Types

 

BULB TYPE ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES
INCANDESCENT low initial cost-numerous sizes-great color-various shapes-easy to wire-easy dimming capability poor efficiency-produces high heat-short life span-costly to operate-can cause glaring

 

FLUORESCENT long useful life-medium to high efficiency-various color range-low temperature & brightness-diffuses light somewhat higher initial cost-minimal decorative fixtures-some are sensitive to low air temperatures

 

METAL HALIDE very efficient-very long life-good to moderate color range-low operating cost high bulb cost-potential for glare-limited fixture selection-primarily an outdoor bulb

 

HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM very efficient-very long life-low operating costs high cost-poor color rendition-strong glare-primarily an outdoor bulb

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