John Rumm wrote:
Bill Wright wrote:
"Paul Martin" wrote in message
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In article ,
Of course, it does nothing to relieve the world of 500W halogen yard
search lights.

What's the alternative?

High pressure sodium or mercury vapour discharge lights are not bad for
lots of light of moderate quality. Used in combination the pinkish and
blueish tinges can work well together. Not much good for short period
lighting on a PIT though.

But a 150W halogen lamp would actually suffice for many. Our back garden
is amply lit by one - stays on for maybe a couple of minutes as needed.
Others in the area light similarly sized gardens with 500W left on for
hours/all night.

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Rod