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Default CFL blew out, literally

On Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:13:57 -0500, "Tomsic" wrote:

Flick a drop of water on a
standard 100 watt incandescent bulb that's been burning a while and be
prepared for fireworks and flying glass. On second thought, don't do that;
it's dangerous. And standard light bulbs are not UL listed for safety.


Son's shop went to CFL's for all work lights exposed to splash.
Water or oil.
Even triggering an air tool can blow a nearby incandescent.

--Vic