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
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| 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
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| 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
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| 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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