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Default Over-claimed efficiency of CFL energy saving light bulbs

On 26 Feb 2007 07:38:50 -0800, "gmw" wrote:

The CFL is a Philips B22 BC 15000h 1200 lumen 140mA 230-240V order
code 544742xx


Hi

Does it look like a typical CFL with folded tube?

I've had best results with Philips Softone CFLs which look more like a
normal light bulb.

The 'stick' CFLs might be a bit directional too.

I now use a mix of CFL and a few well placed low wattage halogens.

cheers,
Pete.