Christian McArdle wrote:

but the newer ones with electronic ballasts run much cooler.


I should mention that it is quite possible to touch many types of low energy
lamp whilst still on. They are usually quite hot, but within the tolerance
of most people.

same is true for a 40w incandescent I find...

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Cheers,

John.

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