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Fluorescent lamp unit with magnetic field generating means

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OSTI ID:7269246

A fluorescent lamp unit having a magnetic field generating means for improving the performance of the fluorescent lamp is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment the fluorescent lamp comprises four longitudinally extending leg portions disposed in substantially quadrangular columnar array and joined by three generally U-shaped portions disposed in different planes. In another embodiment of the invention the magnetic field generating means comprises a plurality of permanent magnets secured together to form a single columnar structure disposed within a centrally located region defined by the shape of lamp envelope. 4 figs.

DOE Contract Number:
AC03-76SF00098
Assignee:
GTE Products Corp., Danvers, MA (United States)
Patent Number(s):
A; US 4855635
Application Number:
PPN: US 7-172940
OSTI ID:
7269246
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English