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Re: Topband: A CFL Bulb Issue

To: "Joe Subich, W4TV" <lists@subich.com>, <topband@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: Topband: A CFL Bulb Issue
From: "Bruce" <k1fz@myfairpoint.net>
Date: Wed, 26 Mar 2014 02:34:16 -0400
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Had originally installed 26 watt CFL's to replace 100 watt filament type.
Many noise problems as time passed. Have now replaced all with Halogen 72 watt soft white.
Still have some power saving, but no noise from them, so far.

73
Bruce-K1FZ
www.qsl.net/k1fz/beveragenotes.html





When a CFL fails it is invariably the electronic ballast that goes -
often breaking down (arcing internally) under the high voltage.

   ... Joe, W4TV


On 3/25/2014 1:37 PM, Steve wrote:
these CFL bulbs can generate some strong RF
noise just before going out.

Mack - had a similar issue here several years ago...s9+ buzz throughout
the longwave band for a month.>> Steve / VE7SL

Mayne Island, BC



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