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Title: New Reflector CFLs that Can Take the Heat

Journal Article · · Home Energy, (March/April):9
OSTI ID:967240

Reflector compact fluorescent bulbs (R-CFLs) are a wise choice for the energy savvy because they offer energy savings of up to 66 percent compared to incandescent reflectors. But some R-CFLs have suffered performance problems (including premature failure) when used in high-temperature environments, such as recessed downlight fixtures located in insulated ceilings with airtight housings. To help address this issue, the U.S. Dept. of Energy (DOE) is working with lamp manufacturers to improve the quality and performance of screw-based reflector CFLs in high-heat applications.

Research Organization:
Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-76RL01830
OSTI ID:
967240
Report Number(s):
PNNL-SA-50461; HOENE2; BT0303000; TRN: US200923%%192
Journal Information:
Home Energy, (March/April):9, Journal Name: Home Energy, (March/April):9; ISSN 0896-9442
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English