Re: [APD] New CFL screwin bulb

[Vaughn Hopkins <hoppycalif at yahoo_com>]

CFL bulbs are also hard to find good reflectors for.  Their shape  
prevents any reflector from capturing most of the light not directed  
straight into the tank.  If one were to try to make an array of them,  
I suggest treating them as if they were conventional flood light  
bulbs, using that type of reflector.  I agree that they are best for  
small tanks only.

Vaughn

On Apr 10, 2007, at 10:58 AM, Jerry Baker wrote:

> Harry Martin wrote:
>> I'm curious...
>> Would it be better to replace my 2 X 48" bulbs and build an array  
>> of CFLs?
>>
>> Anyone try this yet?
>
> CFL has a lot of issues with restrike an efficiency. They are only a
> good option for very small tanks IMHO.
>
> -- 
> "He who throws dirt is sure to lose ground."
>
> Jerry Baker
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