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ADVANTAGES OF CFL OVER FLUORESCENT LIGHTS (FTL). |
ADVANTAGES
OF CFL WITH ELECTRONIC BALLAST. |
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13 % more efficient due to electronic ballast.
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Low heat generation: virtually no fire risk.
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More
compact. No extra starter needed.
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Low voltage operation, lighting up even at 70% of the rated supply voltage.
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Easier
to replace. Less frequent replacement.
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Can withstand over-voltage up to 130% of the rated supply voltage.
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No
flicker. Reaches full luminous flux within just 45-120
seconds.
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No separate starter needed.
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Less maintenance cost.
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Long life: more than 10,000 hrs.
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Lower weight and size, having more attractive shape.
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Consumption of ballast less than 3 W per 36W/40W lamp.
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